Academic Articles & Research Papers

Trends in adult cardiovascular disease risk factors and their socio-economic patterning in the Scottish population 1995–2008: cross-sectional surveys

Objectives To examine secular and socio-economic changes in cardiovascular disease risk factor prevalences in the Scottish population. This could contribute to a better understanding of why the decline in coronary heart disease mortality in...

Postbiotics in Functional Foods: Preparation-Based Characterization, Gut–Brain Axis Interactions, and Translational Perspectives

Postbiotics are defined as preparations of inanimate microorganisms and/or their components that confer a health benefit on the host. Although interest in postbiotics has increased substantially, their translational use in functional foods ...

Transmission of β-lactamases in the pork food chain: A public health concern

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a risk for public health that requires management in a One Health perspective, including humans, animals, and the environment. The food production chain has been identified as a possible route of transmissi...

A Mark-Release-Recapture Study to Estimate Field Performance of Imported Radio-Sterilized Male Aedes albopictus in Albania

The pathogen transmitting Aedes albopictus mosquito is spreading rapidly in Europe, putting millions of humans and animals at risk. This species is well-established in Albania since its first detection in 1979. The sterile insect technique ...

In Silico and In Vitro Evaluation of the Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Potential of <i>Mentha</i> × <i>smithiana</i> R. GRAHAM Essential Oil from Western Romania

This study was conducted to identify the volatile compounds of Mentha × smithiana essential oil (MSEO) and evaluate its antioxidant and antibacterial potential. The essential oil (EO) content was assessed by gas chromatography–mass spectrom...

INTEGRITY AS A PRINCIPLE OF ANTI-CORRUPTION EFFORTS IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION: THE EXPERIENCE OF UKRAINE AND EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES

The purpose of this article is to provide a scientific justification for the role of integrity as a principle of anti-corruption efforts in public administration, based on a comparative analysis of the experiences of Ukraine and European Un...

Sustainable Farming: Nanofiber from the Pupunha Heart of Palm Sheath (<i>Bactris gasipaes</i>)-Enhanced Diets for Growing Rabbits and Their Health Impacts

The use of nanofibers in farm animal diets can enhance nutrient absorption, minimize environmental problems, and generate a sustainable source of income. In this study, we investigated the effects of the partial inclusion of nanofibers prod...

Evaluation of resistance modulation in MDR Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Klebsiella pneumoniae using peppermint oil nanoemulsion: integrating antibacterial assays and molecular modeling

IntroductionMultidrug-resistant urinary tract pathogens, primarily Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, represent a significant and growing public health challenge. The overuse of antibiotics has accelerated the development of ...

Diagnostic innovations in Equine Parasitology: a Nanogold-ELISA for sensitive serodiagnosis of migratory strongylus vulgaris larvae infections

Abstract Strongylus vulgaris, a devastating parasitic nematode in equids, causes life-threatening verminous aneurysms that are challenging to diagnose early. This study pioneered integrating nanotechnology into an indirect enzyme-linked imm...

Widespread geographic distribution of filarioid nematodes in caribou (Rangifer tarandus sspp.) in Canada

The caribou (Rangifer tarandus sspp.) is a keystone wildlife species in northern ecosystems that plays a central role in the culture, spirituality and food security of Indigenous People. The Arctic is currently experiencing an unprecedented...

Influence of seed germination conditions on regenerative ability in Campanula carpatica

The heterogeneous herd: Drivers of close‐contact variation in African buffalo and implications for pathogen invasion

Abstract Many infectious pathogens are shared through social interactions, and examining host connectivity has offered valuable insights for understanding patterns of pathogen transmission across wildlife species. African buffalo are social...

OCCURENCE OF OESTRUS OVIS IN GOATS IN PALAKKAD, KERALA AND ITS SUCCESSFUL MANAGEMENT

Oestrus ovis is a larviparous protelean fly whose larvae parasitize the nasal cavities and adjoining sinuses of sheep and goats. It is primarily a widespread infestation of sheep and rarely occurs in goat, camel, deer, reindeer, elk and ib...

GROSS ANATOMICAL STUDIES ON THE CRANIUM OF BARRED JUNGLE OWLET (Glaucidium radiatum malabaricum)

Present study was conducted with the aim to understand the morphological features of skull of barred jungle owlet.The head of the owletwascollected from the specimen brought for post-mortem, processed and morphological studies were conduct...

Drugs, dogs and driving: the potential for year-round thermal stress in UK vehicles

Background: Dogs are regularly transported or housed in vehicles, with guidelines for housing dogs suggesting that the ambient temperature should be maintained between 15 – 24 °C. Veterinary drugs are routinely stored and carried in vehicle...

Thoracic electrical impedance tomography identifies heterogeneity in lungs associated with respiratory disease in cattle. A pilot study

Respiratory disease in cattle is a significant global concern, yet current diagnostic methods are limited, and there is a lack of crush-side tests for detecting active disease. To address this gap, we propose utilizing electrical impedance ...

The High Frequency of a G-Allele Variant of the <i>FOXP3</i> Gene in Old Asian Cattle Breeds, Water Buffaloes, and Holstein Friesian Cows: A Potential Link to Infertility

Reproductive failure in cattle production is a global concern and is influenced by various factors, including genetic alterations. This study explored the relationship between an X-linked single-nucleotide variant (NC_037357.1: g.87298881A>...

Characterization of Antibiotic-Tolerant Persister Cells in <i>Mannheimia haemolytica</i>

Antibiotics are the primary treatment for bacterial respiratory diseases in ruminants. Mannheimia haemolytica is the major etiological agent causing respiratory diseases in ruminants, but its tolerance to antibiotics remains poorly understo...

Hematological, Enzymatic, and Endocrine Response to Intense Exercise in Lidia Breed Cattle During the Roping Bull Bullfighting Celebration

The Lidia cattle breed is featured in several traditional popular bullfighting festivals throughout Spain, including the “Toro de Cuerda” event, in which the animals are subjected to intense physical exercise. However, the physiological imp...

Unraveling the Secrets of a Double-Life Fungus by Genomics: <i>Ophiocordyceps australis</i> CCMB661 Displays Molecular Machinery for Both Parasitic and Endophytic Lifestyles

Ophiocordyceps australis (Ascomycota, Hypocreales, Ophiocordycipitaceae) is a classic entomopathogenic fungus that parasitizes ants (Hymenoptera, Ponerinae, Ponerini). Nonetheless, according to our results, this fungal species also exhibits...