research Sequence, expression, and evolutionary conservation of a gene encoding a glycine/tyrosine-rich keratin-associated protein of hair. 76 citations , February 1993 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” KAP6 genes are conserved across species and active in hair follicles.
research Characterisation of an Ovine Keratin Associated Protein (KAP) Gene, Which Would Produce a Protein Rich in Glycine and Tyrosine, but Lacking in Cysteine 24 citations , October 2019 in “Genes” A new sheep gene, KRTAP36-1, may help breed sheep with better wool by reducing prickle factor.
research Human Hair Keratin‐Associated Proteins (KAPs) 226 citations , January 2006 in “International review of cytology” Keratin-associated proteins are crucial for hair strength and structure.
research The sheep KAP8-2 gene, a new KAP8 family member that is absent in humans 25 citations , September 2014 in “SpringerPlus” Sheep have a unique gene, KAP8-2, that humans don't have, which may affect wool properties.
research Molecular modeling and structural characterization of a high glycine–tyrosine hair keratin associated protein 16 citations , January 2017 in “Physical chemistry chemical physics/PCCP. Physical chemistry chemical physics” The 3D structure of a key hair protein was modeled, revealing specific helical structures and stabilization features.