Ovine KRTAP36-2: A New Keratin-Associated Protein Gene Related to Variation in Wool Yield

    November 2023 in “ Genes ”
    Huitong Zhou, Wenhao Li, Lingrong Bai … Jon G.H. Hickford
    Studysummary This study identified a new gene in sheep, KRTAP36-2, discovering variants associated with wool yield. Variations in this gene were linked to the efficiency of fleece conversion from greasy to clean, which may enhance wool production.
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