2 citations,
July 2021 in “Genes” A specific genetic change in the KRT71 gene causes a hair loss condition in Hereford cattle.
The GG genotype of the KRT71 gene leads to longer wool in Gansu alpine fine-wool sheep.
Researchers made a mouse model with curly hair and hair loss by editing a gene.
11 citations,
September 2012 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” A mutation in the KRT71 gene causes a hair disorder by disrupting hair follicle structure and texture.
February 2024 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Curved hair can develop when hair cells merge abnormally during growth.