research Identification of the Keratin-Associated Protein 22-2 Gene in Capra Hircus and Its Association with Cashmere Traits
A new goat gene affects cashmere fiber thickness; certain variations can make the fibers coarser.
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research Reduction Mechanism of L-Cysteine on Keratin Fibers Using Microspectrophotometry and Raman Spectroscopy
L-cysteine slows down the breaking of bonds in hair due to electrostatic interactions.
research Variation and Heritability in Hair Diameter and Curvature in an Australian Twin Sample
Hair diameter and curvature are mostly determined by genetics.
research Organization and Expression of Hair Follicle Genes
Hair growth is controlled by specific gene clusters and proteins, and cysteine affects hair gene expression in sheep.
research Expression Analysis of KAP9.2 and Hoxc13 Genes During Different Cashmere Growth Stages by qRT-PCR Method
KAP9.2 and Hoxc13 genes are important for cashmere growth and vary in activity during different stages.
research Llama Dermatology
Llamas often have skin issues like mange, bacterial infections, and allergies, with some treatable by zinc.
research Differential Gene Expression Analysis Between Anagen and Telogen of Capra Hircus Skin Based on the De Novo Assembled Transcriptome Sequence
Signaling pathways are crucial for hair growth in goats.
research Azimuthal Scattering from Elliptical Hair Fibers
Light scatters differently from elliptical hair fibers than from circular ones, and a new model better predicts this behavior, especially for shiny highlights.
research Genome-Wide Target Enrichment-Aided Chip Design: A 66K SNP Chip for Cashmere Goat
Researchers developed a cost-effective 66 K SNP chip for cashmere goats that is accurate and useful for genetic studies.
research Long Noncoding RNA and Gene Expression Analysis of Melatonin-Exposed Liaoning Cashmere Goat Fibroblasts Indicating Cashmere Growth
Melatonin treatment increases a specific RNA in goat cells that boosts cashmere growth.
research Keratin
Understanding how keratin structures in hair are arranged and interact is key for creating methods to extract and purify them.
research Expression and Tissue Distribution Analysis of Angiotensin II in Sheep Skins Associated with White and Black Coat Colors
Angiotensin II is found at higher levels in black sheep skin and may influence coat color.
research Degradation of Hair Surface: Importance of 18-MEA and Epicuticle
18-MEA and cationic surfactants can restore and maintain hair's hydrophobic nature, improving its beauty and feel.
research Isolation of Intermediate Filament Assemblies from Human Hair Follicles
Researchers isolated and identified structural components of human hair follicles, providing a model for studying hair formation.
research De Novo Filament Formation by Human Hair Keratins K85 and K35 Follows a Filament Development Pattern Distinct from Cytokeratin Filament Networks
Human hair keratins K85 and K35 create unique filament patterns important for early hair formation.
research Natural Green Sugar-Based Treatment for Hair Styling
Scientists created a non-toxic, sugar-based hair product that can style hair without damage.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Fiber Diameter in Alpacas
Certain DNA regions in alpacas are linked to fiber diameter.
research Expression Analysis of the Type I Keratin Protein Keratin 33A in Goat Coat Hair
Keratin 33A is a key protein in goat winter coats, especially in high-producing breeds.
research Melatonin Promotes the Development of Secondary Hair Follicles in Adult Cashmere Goats by Activating the Keap1-Nrf2 Signaling Pathway and Inhibiting the Inflammatory Transcription Factors NFkB and AP-1
Melatonin improves cashmere goat hair quality by increasing follicles and reducing skin aging.
research The Complexity of the Ovine and Caprine Keratin-Associated Protein Genes
Sheep and goat hair fibers are complex due to keratin-associated proteins, which are important for fiber properties and growth.
research Correlation Analysis of Four KRTAP Gene Polymorphisms and Cashmere Fiber Diameters in Two Cashmere Goat Breeds
Certain gene variations are linked to the thickness of cashmere goat hair.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions like burning, itching, and red bumps.
research A Detailed Mapping of the Readily Accessible Disulfide Bonds in the Cortex of Wool Fibers
Researchers found that the most reachable bonds in wool fibers are near the ends of certain proteins, which help stabilize the fiber's structure.
research Characterization of Transport Systems for Cysteine, Lysine, Alanine, and Leucine in Wool Follicles of Sheep
Sheep wool follicles absorb different amino acids at various rates and locations, which could affect wool growth based on diet and genetics.
research Acid Phosphatase Distribution in the Wool Follicle: Fate of Organelles in Keratinized Cells
Keratinized wool cells still have some organelles like lysosomes and mitochondria.
research The Mean Staple Length of Wool Fiber Is Associated with Variation in the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 21-2 Gene
The KRTAP21-2 gene affects wool length and quality in sheep.
research Cost-Effectively Dissecting the Genetic Architecture of Complex Wool Traits in Rabbits by Low-Coverage Sequencing
Low-coverage sequencing is a cost-effective way to identify genes related to wool traits in rabbits.
research Improve the Physical and Chemical Properties of Camel's Hair Fiber in Afif Province
Camel hair from Afif can be improved for textiles by adding chemicals or blending with other fibers.
research Inhibition of Polyamine Synthesis Alters Hair Follicle Function and Fiber Composition
Polyamines, especially spermidine, are essential for hair growth.
research Identification of the Ovine Keratin-Associated Protein 26-1 Gene and Its Association with Variation in Wool Traits
Selecting specific KRTAP26-1 gene variants can improve wool quality in sheep.