Deciphering the Cellular Landscape and Genetic Underpinnings of Fiber Diameter Determined by Dermal Papilla Cells in Fine-Wool Sheep

    June 2026 in “ Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology ”
    Tong Xiao, Tingting Guo, Chao Yuan … Jianbin Liu
    Studysummary In this study, researchers used single-cell RNA sequencing to map the hair follicle microenvironment in fine-wool sheep, identifying specific cell types and gene expressions that influence wool fiber diameter, with dermal papilla cells playing a significant role in hair follicle development.
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