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Are The Mandible Shapes Of Common (Paradoxurus Hermaphroditus) And Golden (Paradoxurus Zeylonensis) Palm Civets Different? A Pilot Study, İftar Gürbüz, Yasi̇n Demi̇raslan, Channa Rajapaksha, Devaka K. Weerakoon, Saminda Fernando Jan 2023

Are The Mandible Shapes Of Common (Paradoxurus Hermaphroditus) And Golden (Paradoxurus Zeylonensis) Palm Civets Different? A Pilot Study, İftar Gürbüz, Yasi̇n Demi̇raslan, Channa Rajapaksha, Devaka K. Weerakoon, Saminda Fernando

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study adult common and golden palm civet mandibles were analysed by geometric morphometric method. For this purpose, the materials were photographed in accordance with the procedure and analysed using computer programs. No allometric component was detected in the comparison of the mandibles. The first principal component defined 28.657% of the total shape variation in the mandibles of the two groups that were analysed with a total of 19 landmarks. The samples were largely separated from each other in the principal component analysis. The shape differences were mostly in the caudal of the mandible. Also, in the common palm …

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Occurrence Of Staphylococcus Aureus In Milk And Antibacterial Properties Of Some Herbal Extracts On Milk And Hospital-Acquired Strains, Reza Ebrahimi Hariry, Gülçi̇n Akca, Ayhan Fi̇lazi̇ Jan 2023

Occurrence Of Staphylococcus Aureus In Milk And Antibacterial Properties Of Some Herbal Extracts On Milk And Hospital-Acquired Strains, Reza Ebrahimi Hariry, Gülçi̇n Akca, Ayhan Fi̇lazi̇

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Staphylococcus aureus is a remarkable infectious agent, and with the development of antibiotic resistance by S. aureus, finding new, effective, and safe alternative therapeutic options in animals and humans is crucially demanded. In this study, the occurrence of S. aureus was explored by collecting nonmastitis bovine milk samples first, and then the effects of herbal extracts on methicillinresistant S. aureus (MRSA) strains isolated from cow's milk and humans in the hospitals were investigated. The occurrences of S. aureus in bovine raw milk samples were 13.4%. All raw milk S. aureus isolates were fully susceptible to cefoxitin, ceftiofur, penicillin G, …

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Efficacy Of Acacia Nilotica Bark Extract As An Alternative To Antibiotics In Broilers Challenged With Escherishia Coli From 15 To 28 Days, Muhammad Umer Zahid, Anjum Khalique, Shafqat Nawaz Qaisrani, Muhammad Ashraf, Ali Ahmad Sheikh, Muhammad Umar Yaqoob Jan 2023

Efficacy Of Acacia Nilotica Bark Extract As An Alternative To Antibiotics In Broilers Challenged With Escherishia Coli From 15 To 28 Days, Muhammad Umer Zahid, Anjum Khalique, Shafqat Nawaz Qaisrani, Muhammad Ashraf, Ali Ahmad Sheikh, Muhammad Umar Yaqoob

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The present experiment was conducted to compare the effect of Acacia nilotica bark extract and antibiotic on different biological parameters in broilers challenged with E. coli. Five hundred 2-week-old broiler chicks were divided into five treatments (Cont, NC, PC, AN-BE3, and AN-BE5) with ten replicates per treatment (10 chicks per replicate), and the experiment was extended over 2 weeks. All chicks, except that of Cont were challenged with E. coli (10$^{7}$ CFU/bird). Cont: basal diet only; NC: challenged with E. coli; PC: NC + Zinc Bacitracin 50 mg/kg diet; AN-BE3: NC + A. nilotica bark extract supplementation 0.3%; …

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Effects Of Use Of Conventional And Sexed Semen On Conception Rate, Calf Sex, Calf Birth Weight, And Stillbirth In Holstein Heifers, Tahi̇r Bayril Jan 2023

Effects Of Use Of Conventional And Sexed Semen On Conception Rate, Calf Sex, Calf Birth Weight, And Stillbirth In Holstein Heifers, Tahi̇r Bayril

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Pregnancy rate is low in artificial insemination with sexed semen compared to conventional semen. This situation poses a major problem for dairy farms. The aim of this study was to determine the effects of semen type on conception rate, calf sex and birth weight, stillbirth, pregnancy loss, and postpartum maternal body weight (MBW) in Holstein heifers inseminated with sexed (n = 229), and conventional semen (n = 153). The female and male calf ratios of the heifers inseminated with sexed and conventional semen were found to be 88% to 54.8% and 12% to 45.2%, respectively. There was a significant difference …

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Effects Of Free Capric Acid, Lauric Acid, And Coconut Oil Supplementation On Performance, Carcass, And Some Blood Biochemical Parameters Of Broiler Chickens, Mehmet Demi̇rci̇, Şevket Evci̇, Mehmet Aki̇f Karsli, Ali̇ Şenol Jan 2023

Effects Of Free Capric Acid, Lauric Acid, And Coconut Oil Supplementation On Performance, Carcass, And Some Blood Biochemical Parameters Of Broiler Chickens, Mehmet Demi̇rci̇, Şevket Evci̇, Mehmet Aki̇f Karsli, Ali̇ Şenol

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of the addition of free capric (decanoic, C10:0) and lauric (dodecanoic, C12:0) acids and coconut (Cocos nucifera) oil to the broiler diets on performance, carcass yield, internal organ weights and some blood parameters. A total of 144 day-old broiler chicks (Ross 308) were used in the study, and four main groups were formed with four subgroups containing equal number of chicks. The control (C) group was fed with basal diet without any supplementation and the experimental groups were fed with 0.4% free capric acid (CA)-, lauric acid (LA)-, …

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Arterial Vascularization Of The Spleen In Merino Sheep, Melek Tosun, Şükrü Hakan Atalgin Jan 2023

Arterial Vascularization Of The Spleen In Merino Sheep, Melek Tosun, Şükrü Hakan Atalgin

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, it is aimed to reach detailed information about the anatomy of arteries in the sheep spleen, which can be used as an example and model for the success of planned or emergency surgical interventions related to the spleen. In spleen injuries, the spleen may be divided into two or three parts, or it may be limited to cracks on the spleen. In particular, it is aimed to protect the organs that have been damaged by trauma recently. Operations such as splenectomy and splenography are surgical procedures that require good knowledge of the pathways of artery and its …

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Effects Of Feeding In Different Quality Rangelands On Meat Quality And Fatty Acids Composition In Angora Goat Kids And Young Bucks, Betül Zehra Sariçi̇çek Jan 2023

Effects Of Feeding In Different Quality Rangelands On Meat Quality And Fatty Acids Composition In Angora Goat Kids And Young Bucks, Betül Zehra Sariçi̇çek

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The effects of feeding in different quality rangelands on meat quality and fatty acids composition in Angora goat kids and bucks were determined. Twenty male Angora goat kids were selected from each farm that produces Angora goats in the area. There are three separate rangelands with previously determined quality classes (good, medium, and low-quality). In each farm, among these animals grazed completely on the rangeland, 7 heads from 4-month-old kids and 7 heads from 7-month-old bucks were selected and slaughtered. The Longissimus thoracis muscle was removed for meat quality measurement. The increased rangeland quality increased the protein content of kid's …

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Examination Of Canine Herpesvirus-1 In Dogs By Serological, Molecular, And Pathological Methods, Serkan Yildirim, Fatma Gülten Bayraktar, Hakan Aydin, Yavuz Seli̇m Sağlam, Gi̇zem Eser, Muhammet Bahaeddi̇n Dörtbudak Jan 2023

Examination Of Canine Herpesvirus-1 In Dogs By Serological, Molecular, And Pathological Methods, Serkan Yildirim, Fatma Gülten Bayraktar, Hakan Aydin, Yavuz Seli̇m Sağlam, Gi̇zem Eser, Muhammet Bahaeddi̇n Dörtbudak

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, it was aimed to examine Canine Herpesvirus-1 (CHV-1) with different diagnostic methods and investigate the pathological changes in positive samples. For this purpose, 100 dog uteruses of different ages and breeds, were removed by ovariohysterectomy and their blood samples were used as the study material. Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Indirect Fluorescent Antibody Test (IFAT) for serological diagnosis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method for molecular diagnosis, immunohistochemistry (IHC) and immunofluorescence (IF) staining for immunopathological diagnosis were performed on the samples. Additionally, hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining was performed to examine the histopathological changes in the CHV- 1-positive …

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Genetic Parameters Of Growth, Reproductive, And Productive Characteristics In Anatolian Buffaloes, Yusuf Kaplan, Mustafa Tekerli̇ Jan 2023

Genetic Parameters Of Growth, Reproductive, And Productive Characteristics In Anatolian Buffaloes, Yusuf Kaplan, Mustafa Tekerli̇

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

It was aimed to investigate the genetic parameters in growth, fertility, and productivity of Anatolian buffaloes maintained at private farms of Yozgat. A total of 1139 buffalo cows and their calves were used in the study. The weights at birth, weaning, 6th and 12th months of age, and daily live weight gains (DLWG) of buffalo calves born from 2015 to 2019 were recorded. Calving interval (CI) and service period (SP), lactation milk yield (LMY), milk yield per day of lactation period (MYPDLP), milk yield per day of calving interval (MYPDCI), peak yield (PY), a day at peak yield (DPY) and …

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Modeling Of Individual Egg Weights Of Lohmann-Brown Layer Hens, Esra Yavuz, Samet Hasan Abaci, Kadi̇r Erensoy, Mustafa Şahi̇n Jan 2023

Modeling Of Individual Egg Weights Of Lohmann-Brown Layer Hens, Esra Yavuz, Samet Hasan Abaci, Kadi̇r Erensoy, Mustafa Şahi̇n

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to determine the most suitable model for egg weights of the Cubic, Gompertz, Logistics, Gamma, Richard, Piecewise Quadratic, Orscov, and Sigmoaidal models, which are widely used in estimation. Lohmann-Brown Classic laying hens raised in Ondokuz Mayıs University Research and Application farm were used as animal material. In the modeling of egg weights of 351 layer hens raised in 3-storey cages, individual egg weight data measured at weekly intervals, 32 on the 1st floor, 17 on the 2nd floor, and 27 on the 3rd floor, were taken into account, and a total of 76 hens' individual …

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The Effect Of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae As A Probiotic On The Nutrient Degradability Of Some Commonly Feedstuffs Used In Turkey, Muslimo Abdullahi Sheikh Hassan, Mehmet Aki̇f Karsli Jan 2023

The Effect Of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae As A Probiotic On The Nutrient Degradability Of Some Commonly Feedstuffs Used In Turkey, Muslimo Abdullahi Sheikh Hassan, Mehmet Aki̇f Karsli

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a probiotic on in situ ruminal DM, OM, CP and starch degradability values in some energy and protein sources commonly used in ruminant nutrition. In this study, the in situ degradation kinetics and fractions of dry matter, organic matter, crude protein, and starch of 6 different feedstuffs (barley, wheat, corn, sunflower seed meal, cottonseed meal and soybean meal) commonly used in animal nutrition were determined. Three ruminally cannulated Bafra sheep were used in the experiment. The experiment was designed as carryover experimental design with two periods. …

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Investigation Of The In Vitro Antioxidant Activity Of Fermented Tomato Pruning Residues And Its Effects On Biochemical And Hematological Parameters Of Rats, Bariş Denk, Beyza Aydoğan, İsmai̇l Bayram, Abdurrahman Fati̇h Fi̇dan Jan 2023

Investigation Of The In Vitro Antioxidant Activity Of Fermented Tomato Pruning Residues And Its Effects On Biochemical And Hematological Parameters Of Rats, Bariş Denk, Beyza Aydoğan, İsmai̇l Bayram, Abdurrahman Fati̇h Fi̇dan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In the tomato greenhouse production process, a by-product emerges in the form of greenhouse residues. One of these residues is leaf pruning residue, which poses an environmental pollution problem in terms of waste management. The purpose of this work was to investigate the use of fermented tomato leaves (FTL) as an animal feed additive and its potential to mitigate the environmental pollution problem caused by greenhouse pruning residues. The pruning residues were fermented and their in vitro antioxidant activity (AOA) levels were analyzed using 2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (ABTS), 2,2-diphenyl-1-picryl-hydrazylhydrate (DPPH), reducing power (RP), and total phenolic content (TPC) assays. Wistar albino …

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Investigation Of Snps In Bmp15 And Gdf9 Genes In "Çepni" And "Of" Sheep In The Black Sea Region Of Turkey, Koray Kirikçi Jan 2023

Investigation Of Snps In Bmp15 And Gdf9 Genes In "Çepni" And "Of" Sheep In The Black Sea Region Of Turkey, Koray Kirikçi

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Sheep fertility genes have been studied in Turkey for many years. But so far it cannot be said that a satisfactory result has been achieved in terms of the number of detected polymorphisms on fertility genes. Exhibiting the genetic structure of local gene resources adapted to a particular region is very important for sustainability, conservation and breeding studies, and many other issues such as profitability. Therefore, the primary aim of this study was to investigate the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) on the BMP15 and GDF9 genes in two new Turkish sheep breeds, Çepni and Of. DNA sequencing was performed to …

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The First Record Of Philophthalmus Lucipetus (Trematoda: Philophthalmidae) In The Great Egret (Ardea Alba) From Turkey, Mehmet Öztürk, Şi̇nasi̇ Umur Jan 2023

The First Record Of Philophthalmus Lucipetus (Trematoda: Philophthalmidae) In The Great Egret (Ardea Alba) From Turkey, Mehmet Öztürk, Şi̇nasi̇ Umur

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The genus Philophthalmus, Looss 1899 (Echinostoma: Philophthalmidae) is a cosmopolitan group of parasites that infects the eyes of birds and mammals, including humans. A great egret (Ardea alba) was found dead in Kızılırmak Delta, Samsun, Turkey. The bird was transported to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Samsun Turkey, for a necropsy. In the parasitological examination, a trematode was detected in the eye, and then it was identified as Philophthalmus lucipetus. This is the first report of the zoonotic parasite P. lucipetus in Turkey.

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Study Of Genetic Determinants To Explain Antimicrobial Resistance In Escherichia Coli And Salmonella Isolated From Food Animals, Meat And Humans In Thailand, Jiratchaya Puangseree Jan 2023

Study Of Genetic Determinants To Explain Antimicrobial Resistance In Escherichia Coli And Salmonella Isolated From Food Animals, Meat And Humans In Thailand, Jiratchaya Puangseree

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study comprised 4 parts. Different bacterial strains with different genotypes were used, depending on the experimental design and objectives. Part 1 - Plasmid profile analysis of E. coli and Salmonella enterica isolated from pigs, pork, and humans. This part aimed to characterize the profile of R plasmids in E. coli (n=1,047) and Salmonella (n=816). Sixteen and 11 Inc groups were identified in E. coli (85.3%) and Salmonella (25.7%), of which IncK-F (23.7%) and IncF (46.2%) were predominant. Plasmid replicon was significantly different among sources of isolates and sampling periods but significantly correlated with resistance phenotype (p<0.05). In conclusion, various plasmids are present in E. coli and Salmonella. The findings in this part form a basis for future studies to explore the possible methodology to counteract horizontal transfer of plasmids. Part 2 - Genomic analysis of Salmonella carrying class 1 integrons with dfrA12-aadA2 gene cassette array isolated from food animals, meat and human in Thailand. This part aimed to investigate the genetic characteristics of transferable plasmid carrying class 1 integrons with dfrA12aadA2 cassette array in 15 Salmonella isolates using Oxford Nanopore Sequencing technologies and Illumina platform. Seven MLST types and 6 clades of phylogenetic trees were identified. IncFIB(K), ColpVC, IncFIB, IncHI2, IncHI2A, IncX1, IncY and IncR plasmids were found. All had 28 AMR genes with the prediction to be resistant to various antibiotic groups. All isolates except B82 which was isolated from human, carried class 1 integrons with dfrA12-DUF1010-aadA2 and qacE-sul1 in conserved region. In conclusion, transferable R plasmids play an important role in the wide distribution of class 1 integrons with dfrA12-aadA2 gene array. Part 3 - Molecular basis of the persistence of chloramphenicol (CHP) resistance among E. coli and Salmonella spp. from food animals, meat and human in Thailand. This study aimed to explore the potential mechanisms associated with the persistence of CHP resistance in E. coli (n=106) and Salmonella (n=57). Most E. coli (67.9%) and Salmonella (64.9%) had ≥4-fold CHP MIC decrease in the presence of PAβN. Ampicillin, tetracycline, and streptomycin selective pressure yielded cmlA-carrying Salmonella and E. coli-transconjugants resistant to CHP (MIC 32-512 µg/mL). IncF plasmids were common in cmlA-carrying Salmonella and E. coli transconjugants. The WGS analysis revealed cmlA1-class1 integrons flanked by IS26 and TnAs1 in IncX1 plasmid, IncFIA(HI1)/HI1B plasmids and IncFII/FIB plasmids, and catA flanked by IS1B and TnAs3 in IncFIA(HI1)/HI1B/Q1. In conclusion, the persistence of CHP-resistance was potentially mediated by cross resistance via multidrug efflux systems using proton motif force (pmf) and co-selection of CHP-resistance genes by other antimicrobials. Part 4 - Resistance to widely-used disinfectants and heavy metals and cross resistance to antibiotics in E. coli isolated from pigs, pork and pig carcass. This study aimed to determine the possible cross resistance between disinfectants/heavy metals and antibiotics in E. coli from pigs (n=643), pork (n=111) and pig carcasses (n=110) in Thailand. Exposure to triclosan (TCS), benzalkonium chloride (BKC) and chlorhexidine (CHX) selected for spontaneousresistant mutants exhibited cross resistance to at least one antibiotic. The presence of PAβN restored MICs of CHP and trimethoprim in BKC- and TCS-spontaneous resistant mutants but PAβN, CCCP and reserpine could not restore ciprofloxacin MIC in ciprofloxacin-resistant mutants with no gyrA and parC mutation. In conclusion, the widely used disinfectants and heavy metals serve as non-antibiotic selective pressure for emergence and spread of AMR via cross-resistance involved in pmf-dependent and/or independent mechanisms. Susceptibilities to disinfectants/heavy metals should be routinely monitored. For the overall conclusion, the objectives of this project were successfully achieved. Further studies are suggested for better understanding of AMR and implementing the strategic actions to contain AMR.

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Mycobacterial Infection In Siamese Fighting Fish (Betta Splendens) : Pathogen Characteristics, Pathogenicity, Pathogenesis, And Control Strategies, Nguyen Dinh Hung Jan 2023

Mycobacterial Infection In Siamese Fighting Fish (Betta Splendens) : Pathogen Characteristics, Pathogenicity, Pathogenesis, And Control Strategies, Nguyen Dinh Hung

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study conducted a comprehensive investigation into mycobacteriosis in Siamese fighting fish (Betta splendens), a disease that poses major challenges to the sustainability of the sector. In the first phase, five different Mycobacterium species (i.e., M. chelonae, M. cosmeticum, M. farcinogenes, M. mucogenicum, and M. senegalense) were meticulously characterized. Bacterial speciation was determined through phenotypic and biochemical characteristics. Concurrently, antibiotic resistance of the bacteria with MAR indices ranging from 0.22 to 0.61, indicated potential challenges in treatment strategies. Furthermore, disinfectant susceptibility revealed that ethanol, formalin, chlorine, and povidone-iodine were effective in killing the bacteria, while potassium permanganate was less effective. …

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Prevalence And Risk Factor Analysis Of Feline Blood-Borne Pathogens In Thailand, Nonsee Rodmanee Jan 2023

Prevalence And Risk Factor Analysis Of Feline Blood-Borne Pathogens In Thailand, Nonsee Rodmanee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Feline blood-borne pathogens are infectious agents which knowledge of prevalence and risk factors for infection is important to recognize pathogens that should be screened in blood. A total of 298 samples (GROUP A) and 112 archived samples (GROUP B) were collected from client-owned cats attending the veterinary hospital of Chulalongkorn University, and private veterinary hospitals in Bangkok and vicinity. A total of 55 and 12 samples were positive for hemoplasmas in GROUP A and B, respectively. The species were ‘Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum’ and Mycoplasma haemofelis. DNA of Bartonella were detected in 10 and 12 samples from GROUP A and B, …

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Molecular Detection Of Canine And Feline Hemotropic Mycoplasmas In Northern Vietnam, Bui Thi Huyen Thuong Jan 2023

Molecular Detection Of Canine And Feline Hemotropic Mycoplasmas In Northern Vietnam, Bui Thi Huyen Thuong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Hemoplasma is commonly used to refer to hemotropic Mycoplasma bacterial species belonging to the genus Mycoplasma that can attach to the surface of red blood cells, potentially leading to hemolytic anemia. These organisms can infect a wide range of mammals, including companion animals and humans worldwide. Specifically for companion animals, two main hemoplasma species can infect dogs, and three major species can infect cats including Mycoplasma haemocanis, Candidatus Mycoplasma haematoparvum, Mycoplasma haemofelis, Candidatus Mycoplasma haemominutum, and Candidatus Mycoplasma turicensis, respectively. Currently, there is a lack of research data regarding hemoplasma infections in dogs and cats in Vietnam. Therefore, this study …

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Microencapsulation Of Lactobacillus Plantarum Mb001 And Its Probiotic Effect On Growth Performance And Gut Integrity Of Broile Rs, Sasi Vimon Jan 2023

Microencapsulation Of Lactobacillus Plantarum Mb001 And Its Probiotic Effect On Growth Performance And Gut Integrity Of Broile Rs, Sasi Vimon

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The objectives of this work were 1) to study the preparation and characterization of LPMB001/AG-AL, 2) todetermine the characteristics, stability and viability of LPMB001/AG-AL against simulated gastrointestinal tract, high temperature and storage conditions and 3) To evaluate the supplementation of LPMB001/AG-AL on growth performance,ileal digestibility, intestinal morphology and microbiome in broiler chickens. The present work declared microcapsule networks based on polymer matrices (sodium alginate, AL and agar, AG) and charges under ionic crosslink aw emulsion to encapsulate probiotics for extensive stability in adverse conditions. The microcapsule was studied on physicochemicalcharacteristics, swelling efficiency as well as release pertormance and viability under …

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Expression Of Proteins Mediating Pulmonary Hypertension In Dogs Affected With Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease, Siriwan Sakarin Jan 2023

Expression Of Proteins Mediating Pulmonary Hypertension In Dogs Affected With Degenerative Mitral Valve Disease, Siriwan Sakarin

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is defined by an abnormal elevation in pressure within pulmonary vasculature, often associated with degenerative mitral valve disease (DMVD) in dogs. While histopathological changes in the pulmonary arteries, known as pulmonary arterial remodeling, have been documented in human patients with PH, these alterations in DMVD dogs with PH have not been published. Proteomics, a potent method for exploring the entire protein complement of a biological sample, has emerged as a valuable tool for identifying PH-specific proteins, potentially serving as biomarkers for diagnosis and enhancing understanding of PH pathogenesis in DMVD dogs. This study aimed to evaluate the …

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Screening Of Lactate Utilizing Bacteria And Their Beneficial Properties To Improve Energy Balance, Production And Ruminal Fermentation In Crossbred Dairy Goats, Saranporn Poothong Jan 2023

Screening Of Lactate Utilizing Bacteria And Their Beneficial Properties To Improve Energy Balance, Production And Ruminal Fermentation In Crossbred Dairy Goats, Saranporn Poothong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Sixty-three strains were isolated from ruminal fluid of crossbred dairy goats. Based on phenotype and 16S rRNA gene, sixteenbacterial groups were identified and two novel species of Selenomonas were purposed in this study. The strain mPRGC5 was purposed as Selenomonas runimis and the strain mPRGC8 was named Selenomonas caprae. The antimicrobial activity of all the strains was determined.Ligilactobacillus salivarius MP3 showed antibacterial activity against Cutibacterium acnes subsp. acnes DSM 1897' and Kocuria thizophila Mill. The antimicrobial substance was genomically identified as enterolysin A. Furtherniore, L. salivarius MP3 presented probiotic properties and the potential antimicrobial activity against pathogens. The fourteen strains …

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Application Of Anti-Müllerian Hormone As An Indicator For Ovarian Reserve And Ovarian Response To Hormonal Stimulation In Domestic Cats And Wild Felids, Sittat Chumsri Jan 2023

Application Of Anti-Müllerian Hormone As An Indicator For Ovarian Reserve And Ovarian Response To Hormonal Stimulation In Domestic Cats And Wild Felids, Sittat Chumsri

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Serum anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) has been utilized to predict ovarian reserve and select suitable candidates for natural mating and artificial insemination (AI) in domestic animals. However, research on serum AMH concentration as a fertility marker in feline species remains limited. This study aims to investigate: 1) the possibility of using serum AMH levels to determine the number of follicles in domestic cats; 2) the validation of the AMH Gen II ELISA for measuring serum AMH levels in fishing cats, leopard cats and clouded leopards; and 3) the relationship between serum AMH levels and ovarian responsiveness in clouded leopards. In Study …

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De Novo Assembly Of The Reference Genome, Genetic Variations And Serum Proteomics Of Eld's Deer (Rucervus Eldii), Vichayanee Pumpitakkul Jan 2023

De Novo Assembly Of The Reference Genome, Genetic Variations And Serum Proteomics Of Eld's Deer (Rucervus Eldii), Vichayanee Pumpitakkul

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Eld’s deer is a conserved wildlife species in Thailand. Due to the limited population group in captivity, Eld’s deer is facing a crisis of low genetic diversity, particularly among the captive Siamese Eld’s deer (SED) subspecies. This study aimed to construct genomes for a SED and a Burmese Eld’s deer (BED) for the first time and use genome-wide single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) to assess the genetic purity and inbreeding status of 35 SED and 49 BED with limited pedigree data. Results revealed that the 2 subspecies diverged approximately 1.26 million years ago. All SED are purebred, whereas a small proportion …

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Contraception In Free-Ranging Long-Tailed Macaques With Special Focus On Anesthesia Management And Development Of Nanobody Targeting Extracellular Domain Of Follicular Stimulating Hormone Receptors, Pakpoom Navanukraw Jan 2023

Contraception In Free-Ranging Long-Tailed Macaques With Special Focus On Anesthesia Management And Development Of Nanobody Targeting Extracellular Domain Of Follicular Stimulating Hormone Receptors, Pakpoom Navanukraw

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The overlapping presence of free-ranging long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis) and humans in Thailand and ฆSoutheast Asia resulted in physical violence, ravaging and zoonotic disease transmission. To mitigate these detriments, the synergy of surgical and nonsurgical contraception is essential for imperative population control. This thesis aimed to: 1) enhance animal welfare and safety of macaques undergoing surgical contraception by applying multimodal anesthesia practices; 2) generate alternative non-surgical contraceptives against the extracellular domain (ECD) of follicular stimulating hormone receptors (FSHr) in long-tailed macaques; 3) formulate nano/microstructured microspheres containing anti-FSHr scFv for oral delivery and determine the pharmacokinetics and bioavailabilityIn Study 1, the …

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Utilization Of Testosterone-Encapsulated Nanoparticles For Masculinization Of Red Tilapia (Oreochromis Sp.), Jakarwan Yostawonkul Jan 2023

Utilization Of Testosterone-Encapsulated Nanoparticles For Masculinization Of Red Tilapia (Oreochromis Sp.), Jakarwan Yostawonkul

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Tilapia (Oreochromis sp.) is a freshwater fish that is highly popular for aquaculture in Thailand. To achieve high yields, good growth rates, and better feed conversion rates, 17-alpha-methyltestosterone are commonly used to induce male sex in farmed tilapia. However, it has been found in previous studies that these synthetic hormones have low water solubility and limited absorption capabilities, leading to excessive hormone use. In this research, lipid-based nanoparticles, a widely used drug delivery technology, were employed to enhance the efficiency of synthetic hormones with low water solubility. This improved the dispersion of hormones in water, enhanced their absorption in the …

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Genome Characterization And Development Of Inactivated Vaccine Against Scale Drop Disease Virus (Sddv) In Asian Sea Bass (Lates Calcarifer), Putita Chokmangmeepisarn Jan 2023

Genome Characterization And Development Of Inactivated Vaccine Against Scale Drop Disease Virus (Sddv) In Asian Sea Bass (Lates Calcarifer), Putita Chokmangmeepisarn

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Scale drop disease virus (SDDV) is a significant pathogen affecting Asian sea bass (Lates calcarifer) in Southeast Asia, causing scale drop syndrome (SDS) and resulting in high mortality and substantial economic losses in aquaculture. Recently, SDDV has been reported in Asian sea bass farms throughout the Asia-Pacific region including Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and China. This study employed metagenomic methods to analyze bacterial and viral communities in infected fish tissues from Southeast Asia, leading to the recovery and characterization of the complete genome of SDDV strain TH7_2019. The genome, comprising 131 kb with 134 putative ORFs, showed high amino acid …

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Characterization Of Antimicrobial Resistance And Virulence Factors In Multidrug-Resistant Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia Coli Isolated From Canine Urinary Tract, Reproductive Tract And Bloodstream Infections, Parinya Sroithongkham Jan 2023

Characterization Of Antimicrobial Resistance And Virulence Factors In Multidrug-Resistant Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia Coli Isolated From Canine Urinary Tract, Reproductive Tract And Bloodstream Infections, Parinya Sroithongkham

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Despite extensive characterization of uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) causing urinary tract infections (UTIs), the genetic background of non-urinary extraintestinal pathogenic E. coli (ExPEC) in dogs, such as those causing canine pyometra, prostatic abscesses (PAs), and bloodstream infections (BSIs), remains inadequately understood. This study characterized the virulence determinants of 101 E. coli isolates from canine pyometra (n=61), PAs (n=38), and BSIs (n=2). The analysis revealed a stronger association of pyometra strains with UPEC compared to PA strains. Forty-one isolates were resistant to third-generation cephalosporins and/or fluoroquinolones, with 14 being extended-spectrum β-lactamase producers and carrying blaCTX-M. Whole-genome sequencing was performed on 10 …

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Development And Evaluation The Efficacy Of A Water-Soluble Probiotic Microencapsulation Prototype For Pediococcus Acidilactici Isolated From Broiler Chickens, Ratchnida Kamwa Jan 2023

Development And Evaluation The Efficacy Of A Water-Soluble Probiotic Microencapsulation Prototype For Pediococcus Acidilactici Isolated From Broiler Chickens, Ratchnida Kamwa

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Probiotics are live bacteria that can be given orally to promote gastrointestinal health. A limitation of probiotic use is their diminished efficiency following the loss of live cells during high-temperature processing and storage. Microencapsulation technology has been created to protect probiotic cells, preserve their viability, and maintain their efficacy following manufacture. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a water-soluble microencapsulation method using gum Arabic (GA) and skim milk (SKM) over a three-month storage period following processing. Four strains of Pediococcus acidilactici (BYF26, BYF20, BF9, and BF14) that were typical lactic acid bacteria (LAB) strains isolated …

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Novel Vaccination Strategy Against Vibrio Harveyi Infection In Asian Seabass (Lates Calcarifer) Using A Chitosan – Oxygen Nanobubble - Vaccine Complex, Nguyen Giang Thu Lan Jan 2023

Novel Vaccination Strategy Against Vibrio Harveyi Infection In Asian Seabass (Lates Calcarifer) Using A Chitosan – Oxygen Nanobubble - Vaccine Complex, Nguyen Giang Thu Lan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Vibriosis is a bacterial disease caused by Vibrio harveyi (V. harveyi; Vh ) that poses a substantial threat to Asian seabass (Lates calcarifer) aquaculture. In this study, we investigated alternative approaches to conventional injection vaccination for prevention of V. harveyi in Asian seabass. The first approach involved an immersion prime with heat-inactivated V. harveyi vaccine, followed by two oral booster doses (day 14-18 and day 28-32). Immunized fish demonstrated higher expression levels of immune genes (i.e. TNFα, IL1β, CD4, CD8, and IgM) following the immersion prime and the first oral booster dose, peaking at 14 and 28 days post vaccination …

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Farrowing Performances And Piglet Characteristics In Highly Prolific Sows In Tropical Environment: Impact Of Aging, Ambient Temperature And Humidity Within The Barn, And Feeds, Yosua Kristian Adi Jan 2023

Farrowing Performances And Piglet Characteristics In Highly Prolific Sows In Tropical Environment: Impact Of Aging, Ambient Temperature And Humidity Within The Barn, And Feeds, Yosua Kristian Adi

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Hyperprolific sows have been widely distributed in the global swine industry, including Thailand. Therefore, factors affecting the farrowing performance and piglet characteristics of these sows were investigated to establish effective management practices, especially in tropical climates. Moreover, strategies to enhance sow colostrum production and expedite the farrowing process were also explored. Additionally, deep insight into the effect of aging on farrowing performance, particularly farrowing duration, through investigation of reproductive organ morphology and oxytocin receptor expression on uterine tissue was conducted. The study revealed that sows with a high number of piglets born per litter, a high parity number, and parturition …

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