research The Morphological Basis of Vicuña Wool: Skin and Gland Structure in Vicugna Vicugna (Molina 1782)
Vicuña wool's quality is due to a high density of fine secondary hair follicles, and their skin glands may be used for communication.
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research Luxury Hair Fibers for the Fashion Industry
The industry should promote pure luxury hair fibers, improve technology, and diversify products to support growers and ensure sustainable use.
research Influence of Feed Restriction on the Wool Proteome: A Combined iTRAQ and Fiber Structural Study
Feed restriction in sheep leads to finer wool fibers but may reduce wool quality.
research Some Tensile Properties of Specialty Hair Fibers
Animal hair fibers like wool and mohair are strong when dry, but vicuna fibers are very brittle.
research Application of PCR Technique to Detect Polymorphism of the KRTAP1.1 Gene in Three Sheep Breeds: A Review
The PCR technique can identify genetic differences in a wool-related gene among different sheep breeds, which may help improve wool and pelt quality.
research Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: The Degradation and Conservation of Archaeological Hair Fibers
Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
research Animal Fibre: Connecting Science and Production
Improving knowledge and practices in animal fibre production is crucial to meet market demands and potentially revive natural fibres.
research Llama Dermatology
Llamas often have skin issues like mange, bacterial infections, and allergies, with some treatable by zinc.
research Selection Signatures for Fiber Production in Commercial Species: A Review
Genomic research can help improve the quality and production of natural fibers in animals.
research Whole Genome Sequencing Analysis of Alpaca Suggests TRPV3 as a Candidate Gene for the Suri Phenotype
The TRPV3 gene variant may cause the long-haired suri alpaca coat.
research Ectopic Expression of FGF5s Induces Wool Growth in Chinese Merino Sheep
Overexpression of FGF5s makes Chinese Merino sheep grow longer and heavier wool.
research Development of a DNA-Analytical Method for the Identification of Animal Hair Fibers in Textiles
Researchers developed a new method to identify animal hair in textiles, which is effective for various fibers and more reliable than previous methods.
research Sarcoptic Mange in Three Alpacas Treated Successfully with Amitraz
Amitraz effectively treated sarcoptic mange in three alpacas.
research Expression and Distribution of the Guanine Nucleotide-Binding Protein Subunit Alpha-S in Mice Skin Tissues and Its Association with White and Black Coat Colors
The protein Gnαs is found more in black mice than white mice and may influence their coat color.
research Identification of Llama KRTAP7-1 and KRTAP8-1 Fiber Genes and Polymorphism Screening
Mutations in specific llama genes may affect fiber quality for textiles.
research Mammalian Keratin-Associated Proteins (KRTAPs) Subgenomes: Disentangling Hair Diversity and Adaptation to Terrestrial and Aquatic Environments
Different hair types in mammals are linked to variations in specific protein genes, with changes influenced by their living environments.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Fiber Diameter in Alpacas
Certain DNA regions in alpacas are linked to fiber diameter.
research Adverse Effects of Finasteride: Myths and Realities. An Updated Review
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
research Hair Shaft Abnormalities: Pili Bifurcati - A Scanning Electron Microscopy Analysis
The study found that pili bifurcati causes hair to intermittently split into two branches, each with its own outer layer.
research The Promise and Challenges of Cell Therapy for Psoriasis
Cell therapy shows promise for treating severe psoriasis but needs more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Hair-On-Hair Static Friction Coefficient Can Be Determined by Tying a Knot
Tying a knot can measure hair friction, useful for medical applications.
research Linear Lichen Planopilaris of the Face: Case Report and Review
A rare skin condition called linear lichen planopilaris caused itchy red bumps and hair loss on a man's face.
research Steroid Plant Hormones: Effects Outside the Plant Kingdom
Plant steroid hormones show growth, health, and medicinal benefits in various organisms, including potential for treating diseases.
research Recombinant Human Hepatitis B Vaccine Initiating Alopecia Areata: Testing the Hypothesis Using the C3H/HeJ Mouse Model
The hepatitis B vaccine did not cause hair loss in the tested mice.
research Molecular Heterogeneity of Quiescent Melanocyte Stem Cells Revealed by Single-Cell RNA-Sequencing
Different types of inactive melanocyte stem cells exist with unique characteristics and potential to develop into other cells.
research IV International Symposium of Student Scientific Circles: Environment - Plant - Animal - Product Abstracts
Custom skincare can be made based on genes, fewer cats in Lublin have FeLV/FIV than national average, and studies also looked at small water bodies, river pollution, guppy growth, toxins in biochars, palm oil issues, and pumpkin seed oil for hair strength.
research Skin Diseases in the Alpaca (Vicugna Pacos): A Literature Review and Retrospective Analysis of 68 Cases (Cornell University 1997–2006)
Many alpacas have skin diseases, with bacterial infections being the most common.