June 2026 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Dermal papilla cells are key to fine wool growth in sheep.
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May 2018 in “The Indian Journal of Animal Sciences” The KAP 7 gene affects wool traits in Rambouillet sheep, with the BB genotype showing the best wool characteristics.
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January 1967 in “Journal of Small Animal Practice” Old dogs' skin thins, loses hair, and may darken, but doesn't show some human aging signs.
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October 2019 in “Genes” A new sheep gene, KRTAP36-1, may help breed sheep with better wool by reducing prickle factor.
December 2025 in “International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research” Muridae species have unique hair patterns specific to each genus and species.
14 citations
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May 2016 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” PP2Acα is essential for proper hair and skin development.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Trichology” Matted hair should not be judged as a sign of mental instability; proper diagnosis and gentle care are key.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research” Three Persian cats with mange were successfully treated with Ivermectin injections.
May 2020 in “Research Square (Research Square)” The study identified key genes that align with the cashmere growth cycle in goats, which could help improve cashmere production timing.
April 2012 in “Development” Rac1 is crucial for normal hair structure and pigmentation.
30 citations
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February 2010 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Plet-1 protein helps hair follicle cells move and stick to tissues.
19 citations
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November 1993 in “Mammalian Genome” A gene mutation in mice causes permanent hair loss and skin issues.
January 2016 in “Xumu Shouyi Xuebao” October 2025 in “Molecular Genetics and Genomics” Pangolin scales evolved for protection, hardening with age, due to keratin gene diversification.
May 2026 in “Journal of Proteomics” 26 citations
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March 1995 in “Differentiation” A rabbit gene important for hair development was identified and detailed.
December 2014 in “Bangladesh Journal of Veterinary Medicine” Ectoparasites cause skin issues in Egyptian lesser blind mole rats, affecting their population.
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August 1981 in “PubMed” Trichilemmal keratinization is a unique process in hair follicles where the outer root sheath turns into keratin without a specific layer.
November 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” The study provides insights into hair growth mechanisms in yaks.
20 citations
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January 1995 in “Cells tissues organs” Changing light periods synchronized wool growth cycles in sheep.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research found that a specific skin cell type not only triggers hair growth but also controls hair color, and that aging can lead to hair loss and color changes.
December 2004 in “Reproduction Fertility and Development” Porcine hair follicles are useful for studying keratinocyte function, with galectin-1 as a potential stem cell marker.
75 citations
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September 2007 in “Journal of Heredity” FGF5 gene mutations cause long hair in domestic cats.
Key genes for mink fur have been identified, aiding conservation efforts.
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January 2019 in “Animal Biotechnology” A newly found RNA in Cashmere goats may play a role in hair growth and development.
53 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” The project created a standardized system for classifying skin lesions in lab rats and mice.
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January 2005 in “The Japanese Journal of Veterinary Dermatology” Abnormal adrenal function is not the cause of alopecia in Pomeranians; it may be due to breed-specific hormones.
50 citations
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March 2018 in “BMC Genomics” Non-coding RNAs help control hair growth cycles in cashmere goats, suggesting ways to improve cashmere production.
8 citations
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November 2015 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology” Punctate follicular porokeratosis is a skin condition with specific features seen in hair follicles.