Transcriptome sequencing reveals the key genes associated with hair follicle development in Qianhua Mutton Merino
In conclusion, this study identified the <i>KRT27</i>, <i>IGF-2</i>, <i>FGF21</i>, <i>VEGF-D</i>, <i>KRT25,</i> and <i>KRT26</i> genes as important candidate genes in the development of hair follicles in Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep through transcriptome sequencing analysis, providing a theoretical basis for further revealing the molecular mechanisms underlying the formation of wool traits in Qianhua Mutton Merino sheep.
Authors
- Huaizhi Jiang (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1221-624X)
- Zhiyun Qin
- Yu Meng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7472-1842)
- Limin Sun (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5328-0099)
- Xinming Sun
Institutions
- Liaoning University (CN)
- Ministry of Agriculture (EE)
- Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Veterinary Science
- Published
- 2025-12-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2025.1699868
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Hair Growth and Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.84