Dynamic Analysis of Skin Transcriptome in Xinjiang Goats and Functional Verification of ELOVL3 in Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation

    August 2026 in “ Veterinary and Animal Science ”
    Cuiling Wu, Qingfa Yan, Sen Tang … Xuefeng Fu
    Studysummary This study investigated key genes associated with hair follicle cycle regulation and environmental adaptation in Xinjiang goats, highlighting ELOVL3's role in promoting dermal papilla cell proliferation under varying climates, potentially aiding in cashmere quality improvement and stress-resistant breeding.
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