Hair/wool usually plays an important role in maintaining animal physiological activities, and
the economic value of wool cannot be ignored. At present, people set higher demands on …

Wool plays an irreplaceable role in the lives of livestock and the textile industry. The variety
of hair quality and shape leads to the diversity of its functions and applications, and the finer …

Background Characterization of the molecular mechanisms underlying hair follicle
development is of paramount importance in the genetic improvement of wool-related traits in …

Simple Summary Wool fiber diameter (WFD) is one of the most important economic traits of
wool, especially in Angora rabbits. Emerging studies have been conducted on sheep and …

Fiber diameter is an important characteristic that determines the quality and economic value
of rabbit wool. This study aimed to investigate the genetic determinants of wool fiber …

Hetian sheep is a breed of sheep unique to the Hetian area of Xinjiang whose wool is used
for producing blankets. Individual differences and hair follicle density are the key factors …

Simple Summary Wool is a very important agricultural product and an ideal raw material for
the production of high-quality textiles and clothing. In addition, the wool industry provides …

The hair follicle is a complex mini-organ in the skin that undergoes organ induction,
morphogenesis, and regeneration. However, the accurate molecular mechanism of skin and …

Background The quality and yield of wool determine the economic value of the fine-wool
sheep. Therefore, discovering markers or genes relevant to wool traits is the cornerstone for …

Wool fiber is a textile material that is highly valued based on its diameter, which is crucial in
determining its economic value. To analyze the molecular mechanisms regulating wool fiber …