16 citations
,
January 2021 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” Pigs in farrowing crates and loose-housing systems showed no difference in chronic stress levels as measured by hair cortisol.
16 citations
,
January 2021 in “BMC Genomics” Higher hair follicle density leads to more wool in rabbits, influenced by specific genes and lncRNAs.
16 citations
,
September 2019 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Mice without certain skin enzymes have faster hair growth and bigger eye glands.
13 citations
,
June 2024 in “BMC Genomics” The research helps understand hair development in sheep, aiding in better wool breeding.
13 citations
,
September 2022 in “Journal of Animal Behaviour and Biometeorology” Elephants use their skin, ears, and behavior to cool down, but climate change makes it harder for them.
13 citations
,
October 2020 in “BMC Genomics” Long non-coding RNAs play a key role in yak hair growth cycles.
13 citations
,
April 2019 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Acyzol could help treat conditions caused by zinc deficiency.
12 citations
,
October 2014 in “Journal of Applied Animal Research” Bakerwali goat skin thickens with age, especially on the neck, and shows strong lipid reactions in the keratin layer.
12 citations
,
June 2023 in “Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology” Eating too much selenium can cause bad breath, hair loss, and nail changes, with harmful effects starting at low daily doses.
11 citations
,
July 2021 in “Genetics selection evolution” Researchers found genes and genetic variants linked to sheep wool and skin wrinkles.
11 citations
,
April 2020 in “Animals” Moving horses to new places can increase their stress levels, as shown by higher stress hormone in their hair.
10 citations
,
November 2024 in “Animals” More research is needed to improve wool and cashmere quality through genetics.
10 citations
,
September 2023 in “Metabolites” Iron is crucial for skin health, with specific proteins recycling it to support skin functions and prevent its release.
10 citations
,
August 2023 in “Animals” SLC45A2 and GPNMB genes help control chicken feather color by promoting melanin.
10 citations
,
September 2022 in “Journal of Composites Science” Cricket nanochitin is denser and stronger than crab nanochitin.
10 citations
,
May 2017 in “Symmetry” Higher androgen levels are linked to less asymmetry in !Kung San males.
9 citations
,
August 2024 in “Pharmacological Reviews” The intestinal lymphatic system is active and promising for targeted drug delivery and therapies.
9 citations
,
April 2024 in “Metabolites” Cannabis has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, but more research is needed on its effects on plant and aquatic animal pathogens.
9 citations
,
December 2022 in “Antibiotics” Coconut seed extract may effectively treat scabies in rabbits by killing mites and reducing inflammation.
9 citations
,
December 2022 in “Genes” CNVs influence hair length in Tianzhu white yaks.
9 citations
,
April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” Unconventional lymphocytes are important for quick immune responses and healing of skin and mucosal barriers.
9 citations
,
June 2020 in “Korean Journal of Parasitology” A pet rabbit in Korea was successfully treated for sarcoptic mange with Ivermectin.
9 citations
,
April 2018 in “Biology of reproduction” Diet changes hormone levels in pregnant ewes by affecting metabolism, not placental synthesis.
7 citations
,
August 2025 in “Plants” Selenium from plants is beneficial and safer for health.
7 citations
,
July 2019 in “Animals” The KRTAP21-1 gene affects wool yield and can help improve wool production.
7 citations
,
November 2006 in “Journal of immunological methods” The method can help diagnose and monitor diabetes by analyzing hair.
6 citations
,
May 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Collagen-enhanced mesenchymal stem cells significantly improve skin wound healing.
6 citations
,
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Quercetin may help improve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome.
6 citations
,
February 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Eating too much or too little vitamin A can cause hair loss.
6 citations
,
September 2020 in “African Journal of Urology” Prostate size varies by ethnic group, age, residence, and blood glucose, but not by body measurements or fat.