research Editorial: Animal fibers
Animal fibers are valued for being natural and eco-friendly, but face challenges like price volatility and a focus on meat over fiber.
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450-480 / 1000+ resultsresearch Transcriptome Profile at Different Physiological Stages Reveals Potential Mode for Curly Fleece in Chinese Tan Sheep
Genetic differences between young and old Tan sheep explain why their fleece changes from curly to straight as they age.
research PSAT1 regulates hair follicle growth and stem cell behavior in cashmere goats
PSAT1 is key for hair growth and stem cell function in cashmere goats.
research CRABP2 Promotes the Proliferation of Dermal Papilla Cells via the Wnt/β-Catenin Pathway
CRABP2 helps increase the growth of cells important for hair growth by activating a specific growth pathway.
research Melatonin regulates the periodic growth of secondary hair follicles through the nuclear receptor RORα
Melatonin helps hair grow by activating the RORα receptor in goats.
research Preliminary study on microR-148a and microR-10a in dermal papilla cells of Hu sheep
miR-148a and miR-10a affect hair growth in Hu sheep.
research Genomic Inbreeding and Runs of Homozygosity Analysis of Cashmere Goat
Inner Mongolia cashmere goats have the lowest inbreeding, aiding future breeding and conservation.
research Alterations in Methionine Cycle and Wnt/MAPK Signaling Associated with HMBi-Induced Cashmere Growth in Goats
HMBi supplementation boosts cashmere growth by affecting specific metabolic and signaling pathways in goats.
research DNA Methylation Mediates lncRNA2919 Regulation of Hair Follicle Regeneration
DNA methylation controls lncRNA2919, which negatively affects hair growth.
research Human hair shaft proteomic profiling: individual differences, site specificity and cuticle analysis
Human hair proteins vary by individual, body site, and ethnicity, useful for forensics.
research High doses of cobalt inhibited hair follicle development in Rex Rabbits
High doses of cobalt stopped hair growth in rabbits.
research The susceptibility of disulfide bonds to modification in keratin fibers undergoing tensile stress
Disulfide bonds in keratin fibers break more easily under stress, especially when wet, affecting fiber strength.
research Melatonin’s Role in Hair Follicle Growth and Development: A Cashmere Goat Perspective
Melatonin promotes hair growth and quality by enhancing hair follicle development and reducing stress.
research Effects of photoperiod change on serum hormone level, hair follicle growth and antioxidant status in skin tissue of cashmere goats
Changing light exposure boosts hormone levels and antioxidant activity, improving cashmere growth in goats.
research Single-Cell Sequencing Technology in Ruminant Livestock: Challenges and Opportunities
Single-cell sequencing can improve livestock health and productivity but faces challenges in precise cell analysis.
research Integrating proteomics revealed the key targets for molecular breeding of fine cashmere traits in cashmere goats
Key proteins affecting cashmere fiber quality were identified for better breeding.
research K6irs1, K6irs2, K6irs3, and K6irs4 Represent the Inner-Root-Sheath-Specific Type II Epithelial Keratins of the Human Hair Follicle1
Four specific keratins in hair follicles help understand hair structure and function.
research The biology and genetics of curly hair
Curly hair is influenced by specific genetic variations.
research Skin-specific transgenic overexpression of ovine β-catenin in mice
Overexpressing ovine β-catenin in mice skin increases hair follicle density and growth.
research Evolution of long scalp hair in humans
Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
research Proteins in Scalp Hair of Preschool Children
Hair proteins in preschool children and their mothers could indicate developmental changes and health status.
research Acquired curved hair is caused by fusion of multiple hair matrix cells
Curved hair can develop when hair cells merge abnormally during growth.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Fiber Diameter in Alpacas
Certain DNA regions in alpacas are linked to fiber diameter.
research Insulin-like growth factor 1 and hair growth
IGF-1 can boost hair growth by promoting cell growth and preventing cell death.
research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review
The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
research FGF22 Secreted by Hair Papilla Cells Regulates Hair Follicle Stem Cell Proliferation and Differentiation
FGF22 helps hair follicle stem cells grow and develop.
research Expression profile analysis of microRNAs during hair follicle development in the sheep foetus
Ten miRNAs may play key roles in starting secondary hair follicle development in sheep foetuses.
research Maternal Melatonin Contributes to Offspring Hair Follicle Development Through Transcriptional Regulation of the AP-1 Complex and MAPK Pathway
Maternal melatonin improves offspring hair growth by affecting specific proteins and pathways.
research Selection signatures for fiber production in commercial species: A review
Genomic research can help improve the quality and production of natural fibers in animals.
research Characterization of Growth Secondary Hair in Min Pig Activated by Follicle Stem Cell Stimulated by Wnt and BMP Signaling Pathway
Wnt and BMP pathways stimulate hair growth in Min pigs, with Wnt being more effective.