research Human KAP Genes, Only the Half of it? Extensive Size Polymorphisms in Hair Keratin-Associated Protein Genes 53 citations , June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” KAP genes show significant genetic variability, but its impact on hair traits is unclear.
research Atrichia with papular lesions resulting from a novel insertion mutation in the human hairless gene 19 citations , May 2006 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation causing total hair loss from birth.
research Size Polymorphisms in the Human Ultrahigh Sulfur Hair Keratin-Associated Protein 4, KAP4, Gene Family 27 citations , June 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The study found that variations in hair protein genes are likely due to evolutionary deletions or duplications.
research The Complexity of the Ovine and Caprine Keratin-Associated Protein Genes 10 citations , November 2021 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Sheep and goat hair fibers are complex due to keratin-associated proteins, which are important for fiber properties and growth.
research Biomechanics of chemically treated hair for continuous 1D strands February 2026 NaOH treatment improves hair strength and suitability for textiles.