Investigating RNA-Seq-based differential gene expression during hair follicle development in Angora goat skin.

ABSTRACT: Mohair, an important source of fiber, is only obtained from Angora goats. The important characteristics that determine the economic value of mohair are fiber diameter and quantity. In countries where mohair is produced, efforts are made to improve these characteristics. It is stated that hair follicle characteristics and/or genetic regulation mechanisms that form animal fibers directly affect fiber production and quality. In this study, it was aimed to determine the genes affecting mohair development in two varieties of Angora goat and the molecular mechanisms affecting these genes. The biopsy samples were collected during three distinct phases of the hair growth cycle: anagen (active growth, September), catagen (transition, January), and telogen (resting, March). The specific timing and l

SUBMITTER: Selcuk SE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12902665 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature