research A Keratin Fiber Sheath
Hair fibers may have a unique, non-protein sheath not previously identified.
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research Glucose and Acetate Metabolism by Isolated Sheep Wool Follicles
Sheep wool follicles can metabolize both glucose and acetate using different pathways important for wool growth.
research Preparation and Characterization of Soluble Wool Keratin for Human Hair Care
CMADK reduces hair damage from bleaching and permanent waving.
research Crosstalk Between Androgen and Wnt/β-Catenin Leads to Changes in Wool Density in FGF5-Knockout Sheep
Blocking the FGF5 gene in sheep leads to more fine wool and active hair follicles due to changes in certain cell signaling pathways.
research Ziehl-Neelsen's Stain for Skin Sections to Show Wool and Hair Follicles
Ziehl-Neelsen's stain helps identify different parts of hair in sheep and goats.
research Structure and Expression of Genes for a Class of Cysteine-Rich Proteins of the Cuticle Layers of Differentiating Wool and Hair Follicles
Researchers found genes for cysteine-rich proteins that form the protective layer of hair in humans and sheep.
research Sequence Variation in Caprine KRTAP6-2 Affects Cashmere Fiber Diameter
Different versions of the KRTAP6-2 gene in goats can lead to thinner cashmere fibers.
research Physical Characteristics of Anatolian Native Goat Down-Hair Fibers in Comparison with Cashmere Fiber
Anatolian native goat down-hair is similar to cashmere and can be used for high-quality textiles.
research Comparative Proteomic Analyses Using iTRAQ-Labeling Provides Insights Into Fiber Diversity in Sheep and Goats
The research found specific proteins that affect fiber characteristics and hair growth in sheep and goats.
research Binding Interactions of Keratin-Based Hair Fiber Extract to Gold, Keratin, and BMP-2
Keratin from hair binds well to gold and BMP-2, useful for bone repair.
research Understanding Curly Hair Mechanics: Fiber Strength
Curly hair is mechanically different from straight hair and may need new testing methods.
research Keratin Proteins and Peptides from Wool for Hair Restoration
research Genome-Wide DNA Methylation and Transcriptome Analyses Reveal the Key Gene for Wool Type Variation in Sheep
The SOSTDC1 gene is crucial for determining sheep wool type.
research Effects of KRTAP20-1 Gene Variation on Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep
Variant G of the KRTAP20-1 gene improves wool curliness in Chinese Tan sheep.
research The Effect of Melatonin Implants Administered from December Until April on Plasma Prolactin, Triiodothyronine, and Thyroxine Concentrations and on the Timing of the Spring Moult in Cashmere Goats
Melatonin implants can change the seasonal prolactin levels and hair growth in adult cashmere goats but not in juveniles, and don't delay spring moult for better fiber harvesting.
research Single-Cell Sequencing Reveals Differential Cell Types in Skin Tissues of Liaoning Cashmere Goats and Key Genes Potentially Related to the Fineness of Cashmere Fiber
Certain genes are linked to the quality of cashmere in goats.
research Prolactin Signaling Influences the Timing Mechanism of the Hair Follicle: Analysis of Hair Growth Cycles in Prolactin Receptor Knockout Mice
Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
research Hair Keratin Associated Proteins: Characterization of a Second High Sulfur KAP Gene Domain on Human Chromosome 21 in Fond Memory of Dr. Peter Steinert
A second domain of high sulfur KAP genes on chromosome 21q23 is crucial for hair structure.
research A Novel Cosmetic Approach to Treat Thinning Hair
A new hair treatment with caffeine and other ingredients makes hair thicker and less likely to break.
research Exogenous and Endogenous Lipids of Human Hair
Removing external lipids from hair reduces moisture and increases strength, while removing internal lipids decreases water permeability.
research LncRNA-000133 from Secondary Hair Follicle of Cashmere Goat: Identification, Regulatory Network, and Its Effects on Inductive Property of Dermal Papilla Cells
A newly found RNA in Cashmere goats may play a role in hair growth and development.
research Prolactin Signaling Influences the Timing Mechanism of the Hair Follicle: Analysis of Hair Growth Cycles in Prolactin Receptor Knockout Mice
Prolactin affects when mice shed and grow hair.
research Structure and Hair Follicle-Specific Expression of Genes Encoding the Rat High Sulfur Protein B2 Family
The B2 genes are crucial for hair growth in rats.
research Effects of Photoperiod on Nutrient Digestibility, Hair Follicle Activity, and Cashmere Quality in Inner Mongolia White Cashmere Goats
Short daily photoperiods improve cashmere production in Inner Mongolia white cashmere goats.
research Studies of Light Scattering from Ethnic Hair Fibers
Different hair types from various ethnic groups affect hair shine due to characteristics like thickness and shape.
research Science And Technology Of Hair Fibers
Hair fiber research combines multiple sciences to improve hair care products.
research Molecular Mechanisms Affecting Development of Animal Fibers and Some Studies on Goats
The article concludes that understanding the molecular processes in hair follicle development can improve the quality of fibers like Angora and cashmere.
research Effects of Melatonin Administration to Cashmere Goats on Cashmere Production and Hair Follicle Characteristics in Two Consecutive Cashmere Growth Cycles
Melatonin improved cashmere production in goats during the first cycle but had no lasting effects on the next cycle.
research Effect of Temperature and Humidity on Mechanical Properties of Rabbit Hair Fibers
Higher temperatures improve rabbit hair strength up to 50°C, but moisture weakens it.
research Histochemical Observation of the Cell Membrane Complex of Hair
The Cell Membrane Complex in hair has both water-attracting and water-repelling layers.