Author: Elda Dervishi
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2832557570
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
The livestock industry in the 21st century is facing several challenges. With the global population on the rise, the demand for meat, eggs, milk, and other livestock products is growing as well. Meanwhile, resources such as land and water availability it is limited. In addition, adapting to climate changes, reducing carbon footprint, and adopting sustainable agriculture have become crucial more than ever. Moreover, the livestock industry faces unprecedented challenges from disease. This in turn reduces production efficiency, animal wellbeing, carcass quality and increases the cost of production and the use of antibiotics. Producing more with less has increased the interest in selection for animals that are more efficient, less susceptible to pathogens and that are more disease resilient. Metabolomics is widely used in biomedical research, food, and nutritional analysis. Within the last decade, the application of metabolomics for livestock research is increasing rapidly. It offers a window to increase our understanding of the biological processes involved in feed efficiency, growth, reproduction, disease, and animal wellbeing. Using different biological samples, like plasma, serum, saliva, urine and hair, offers the possibility to identify biomarkers of disease, stress, new phenotypes, and traits that can be used for the selection of efficient and resilient animals. Therefore, the goal of this Research Topic is to collect scientific articles that highlight the use and importance of metabolomics to advance scientific understanding of complex biological systems such as immune system, nutrition, reproduction, disease resilience, and efficiency.
Diving Deeper with Metabolomics into Animal Physiology
Author: Elda Dervishi
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2832557570
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
The livestock industry in the 21st century is facing several challenges. With the global population on the rise, the demand for meat, eggs, milk, and other livestock products is growing as well. Meanwhile, resources such as land and water availability it is limited. In addition, adapting to climate changes, reducing carbon footprint, and adopting sustainable agriculture have become crucial more than ever. Moreover, the livestock industry faces unprecedented challenges from disease. This in turn reduces production efficiency, animal wellbeing, carcass quality and increases the cost of production and the use of antibiotics. Producing more with less has increased the interest in selection for animals that are more efficient, less susceptible to pathogens and that are more disease resilient. Metabolomics is widely used in biomedical research, food, and nutritional analysis. Within the last decade, the application of metabolomics for livestock research is increasing rapidly. It offers a window to increase our understanding of the biological processes involved in feed efficiency, growth, reproduction, disease, and animal wellbeing. Using different biological samples, like plasma, serum, saliva, urine and hair, offers the possibility to identify biomarkers of disease, stress, new phenotypes, and traits that can be used for the selection of efficient and resilient animals. Therefore, the goal of this Research Topic is to collect scientific articles that highlight the use and importance of metabolomics to advance scientific understanding of complex biological systems such as immune system, nutrition, reproduction, disease resilience, and efficiency.
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2832557570
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
The livestock industry in the 21st century is facing several challenges. With the global population on the rise, the demand for meat, eggs, milk, and other livestock products is growing as well. Meanwhile, resources such as land and water availability it is limited. In addition, adapting to climate changes, reducing carbon footprint, and adopting sustainable agriculture have become crucial more than ever. Moreover, the livestock industry faces unprecedented challenges from disease. This in turn reduces production efficiency, animal wellbeing, carcass quality and increases the cost of production and the use of antibiotics. Producing more with less has increased the interest in selection for animals that are more efficient, less susceptible to pathogens and that are more disease resilient. Metabolomics is widely used in biomedical research, food, and nutritional analysis. Within the last decade, the application of metabolomics for livestock research is increasing rapidly. It offers a window to increase our understanding of the biological processes involved in feed efficiency, growth, reproduction, disease, and animal wellbeing. Using different biological samples, like plasma, serum, saliva, urine and hair, offers the possibility to identify biomarkers of disease, stress, new phenotypes, and traits that can be used for the selection of efficient and resilient animals. Therefore, the goal of this Research Topic is to collect scientific articles that highlight the use and importance of metabolomics to advance scientific understanding of complex biological systems such as immune system, nutrition, reproduction, disease resilience, and efficiency.
Health and Disease in Free-Ranging and Captive Wildlife
Author: Robert James Ossiboff
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2889664988
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
ISBN: 2889664988
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Mesophotic Coral Ecosystems
Author: Yossi Loya
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319927353
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 984
Book Description
This book summarizes what is known about mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) geographically and by major taxa. MCEs are characterized by light-dependent corals and associated communities typically found at depths ranging from 30-40 m. and extending to over 150 m. in tropical and subtropical ecosystems. They are populated with organisms typically associated with shallow coral reefs, such as macroalgae, corals, sponges, and fishes, as well as specialist species unique to mesophotic depths. During the past decade, there has been an increasing scientific and management interest in MCEs expressed by the exponential increase in the number of publications studying this unique environment. Despite their close proximity to well-studied shallow reefs, and the growing evidence of their importance, our scientific knowledge of MCEs is still in its early stages. The topics covered in the book include: regional variation in MCEs; similarities and differences between mesophotic and shallow reef taxa, biotic and abiotic conditions, biodiversity, ecology, geomorphology, and geology; potential connectivity between MCEs and shallow reefs; MCE disturbances, conservation, and management challenges; and new technologies, key research questions/knowledge gaps, priorities, and future directions in MCE research.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319927353
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 984
Book Description
This book summarizes what is known about mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) geographically and by major taxa. MCEs are characterized by light-dependent corals and associated communities typically found at depths ranging from 30-40 m. and extending to over 150 m. in tropical and subtropical ecosystems. They are populated with organisms typically associated with shallow coral reefs, such as macroalgae, corals, sponges, and fishes, as well as specialist species unique to mesophotic depths. During the past decade, there has been an increasing scientific and management interest in MCEs expressed by the exponential increase in the number of publications studying this unique environment. Despite their close proximity to well-studied shallow reefs, and the growing evidence of their importance, our scientific knowledge of MCEs is still in its early stages. The topics covered in the book include: regional variation in MCEs; similarities and differences between mesophotic and shallow reef taxa, biotic and abiotic conditions, biodiversity, ecology, geomorphology, and geology; potential connectivity between MCEs and shallow reefs; MCE disturbances, conservation, and management challenges; and new technologies, key research questions/knowledge gaps, priorities, and future directions in MCE research.
Animal Physiology
Author: Richard W. (Michigan State University) Hill
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781605357379
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
Published by Sinauer Associates, an imprint of Oxford University Press.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781605357379
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 828
Book Description
Published by Sinauer Associates, an imprint of Oxford University Press.
Environmental Metabolomics
Author: Diana Alvarez-Munoz
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128181966
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Environmental Metabolomics Applications in Field and Laboratory Studies: From the Exposome to the Metabolome presents an overview of the current state of aquatic environments and problems caused by human pressure and daily life. The presence of contaminants in nature and their effects are evaluated, along with recommendations for preservation. This book not only shows readers how to implement techniques, it also guides them through the process. As metabolomics becomes a more routine technique for environmental studies and future perspectives, a guide for validation and globalization of current approaches is needed.
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128181966
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
Environmental Metabolomics Applications in Field and Laboratory Studies: From the Exposome to the Metabolome presents an overview of the current state of aquatic environments and problems caused by human pressure and daily life. The presence of contaminants in nature and their effects are evaluated, along with recommendations for preservation. This book not only shows readers how to implement techniques, it also guides them through the process. As metabolomics becomes a more routine technique for environmental studies and future perspectives, a guide for validation and globalization of current approaches is needed.
Environmental Physiology of Livestock
Author: R. J. Collier
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0813811767
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Environmental stress is one of the most significant factors affecting livestock performance and health, and it is only expected to increase with effects of global warming. Environmental Physiology of Livestock brings together the latest research on environmental physiology, summarizing progress in the field and providing directions for future research. Recent developments in estimating heat stress loads are discussed, as well as key studies in metabolism, reproduction, and genetic expressions. Environmental Physiology of Livestock begins with a survey of current heat indexing tools, highlighting recent discoveries in animal physiology, changes in productivity levels, and new technologies available to better estimate stress response. Using this synopsis as a point of orientation, later chapters hone in on major effects of heat stress, including changing metabolic pathways and nutrient requirements, endocrine regulation of acclimation to environmental stress, and reduced reproductive performance. The text concludes with a thorough discussion of environmental effects on gene expressions, providing important insight for future breeding practices. Environmental Physiology of Livestock is a globally contributed volume and a key resource for animal science researchers, geneticists, and breeders.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0813811767
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Environmental stress is one of the most significant factors affecting livestock performance and health, and it is only expected to increase with effects of global warming. Environmental Physiology of Livestock brings together the latest research on environmental physiology, summarizing progress in the field and providing directions for future research. Recent developments in estimating heat stress loads are discussed, as well as key studies in metabolism, reproduction, and genetic expressions. Environmental Physiology of Livestock begins with a survey of current heat indexing tools, highlighting recent discoveries in animal physiology, changes in productivity levels, and new technologies available to better estimate stress response. Using this synopsis as a point of orientation, later chapters hone in on major effects of heat stress, including changing metabolic pathways and nutrient requirements, endocrine regulation of acclimation to environmental stress, and reduced reproductive performance. The text concludes with a thorough discussion of environmental effects on gene expressions, providing important insight for future breeding practices. Environmental Physiology of Livestock is a globally contributed volume and a key resource for animal science researchers, geneticists, and breeders.
Methodologies for Metabolomics
Author: Norbert W. Lutz
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521765900
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
Metabolomics, the global characterisation of the small molecule complement involved in metabolism, has evolved into a powerful suite of approaches for understanding the global physiological and pathological processes occurring in biological organisms. The diversity of metabolites, the wide range of metabolic pathways and their divergent biological contexts require a range of methodological strategies and techniques. Methodologies for Metabolomics provides a comprehensive description of the newest methodological approaches in metabolomic research. The most important technologies used to identify and quantify metabolites, including nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometry, are highlighted. The integration of these techniques with classical biological methods is also addressed. Furthermore, the book presents statistical and chemometric methods for evaluation of the resultant data. The broad spectrum of topics includes a vast variety of organisms, samples and diseases, ranging from in vivo metabolomics in humans and animals to in vitro analysis of tissue samples, cultured cells and biofluids.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521765900
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 641
Book Description
Metabolomics, the global characterisation of the small molecule complement involved in metabolism, has evolved into a powerful suite of approaches for understanding the global physiological and pathological processes occurring in biological organisms. The diversity of metabolites, the wide range of metabolic pathways and their divergent biological contexts require a range of methodological strategies and techniques. Methodologies for Metabolomics provides a comprehensive description of the newest methodological approaches in metabolomic research. The most important technologies used to identify and quantify metabolites, including nuclear magnetic resonance and mass spectrometry, are highlighted. The integration of these techniques with classical biological methods is also addressed. Furthermore, the book presents statistical and chemometric methods for evaluation of the resultant data. The broad spectrum of topics includes a vast variety of organisms, samples and diseases, ranging from in vivo metabolomics in humans and animals to in vitro analysis of tissue samples, cultured cells and biofluids.
Handbook of Marine Natural Products
Author: Ernesto Fattorusso
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9789048138333
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Handbook of Marine Natural Products" takes a fresh approach to describing the major themes of research in this rapidly developing field. This two volume reference work begins with a section that provides a taxonomic survey of the secondary metabolites of diverse marine life including microbes, algae, and invertebrates. This is followed by a demonstration of the techniques and strategies employed in modern structure elucidation of complex natural products. The natural roles of marine natural products are then explored in a series of focused chapters which include the topics of symbiosis, anti-predation and antifouling, chemical interactions, and defence against UV stress. Various routes which facilitate the understanding of marine natural product biosynthesis are subsequently explained and these are followed by an extensive set of chapters on the biomedical potential of marine natural products. The latter portion of this section considers the technologies and scientific disciplines necessary for advancing bioactive marine natural product lead compounds into actual pharmaceuticals. The reference work finishes with a selection of chapters describing marine toxins and their impact on public health and seafood resources. Final thoughts presented at the end of the second volume focus on the future of this field of investigation and discovery research. This publication is presented as a reference handbook and general concepts are emphasized and illustrated with numerous interesting examples, graphical information, and a comprehensive index. "Handbook of Marine Natural Products" introduces students who are at advanced undergraduate and entry graduate student levels to this fascinating multidisciplinary field. It is an ideal desk companion for courses focusing on this contemporary area.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9789048138333
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Handbook of Marine Natural Products" takes a fresh approach to describing the major themes of research in this rapidly developing field. This two volume reference work begins with a section that provides a taxonomic survey of the secondary metabolites of diverse marine life including microbes, algae, and invertebrates. This is followed by a demonstration of the techniques and strategies employed in modern structure elucidation of complex natural products. The natural roles of marine natural products are then explored in a series of focused chapters which include the topics of symbiosis, anti-predation and antifouling, chemical interactions, and defence against UV stress. Various routes which facilitate the understanding of marine natural product biosynthesis are subsequently explained and these are followed by an extensive set of chapters on the biomedical potential of marine natural products. The latter portion of this section considers the technologies and scientific disciplines necessary for advancing bioactive marine natural product lead compounds into actual pharmaceuticals. The reference work finishes with a selection of chapters describing marine toxins and their impact on public health and seafood resources. Final thoughts presented at the end of the second volume focus on the future of this field of investigation and discovery research. This publication is presented as a reference handbook and general concepts are emphasized and illustrated with numerous interesting examples, graphical information, and a comprehensive index. "Handbook of Marine Natural Products" introduces students who are at advanced undergraduate and entry graduate student levels to this fascinating multidisciplinary field. It is an ideal desk companion for courses focusing on this contemporary area.
Diving Physiology of Marine Mammals and Seabirds
Author: Paul J. Ponganis
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521765552
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
An up-to-date synthesis of comparative diving physiology research, illustrating the features of dive performance and its biomedical and ecological relevance.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 0521765552
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
An up-to-date synthesis of comparative diving physiology research, illustrating the features of dive performance and its biomedical and ecological relevance.
Index Medicus
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine
Languages : en
Pages : 1972
Book Description
Vols. for 1963- include as pt. 2 of the Jan. issue: Medical subject headings.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Medicine
Languages : en
Pages : 1972
Book Description
Vols. for 1963- include as pt. 2 of the Jan. issue: Medical subject headings.