Improving Animal Monitoring Using Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Suas) And Deep Learning Networks,
2021
Mississippi State University
Improving Animal Monitoring Using Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Suas) And Deep Learning Networks, Meilun Zhou, Jared A. Elmore, Sathishkumar Samiappan, Kristine O. Evans, Morgan Pfeiffer, Bradley F. Blackwell, Raymond B. Iglay
United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications
In recent years, small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) have been used widely to monitor animals because of their customizability, ease of operating, ability to access difficult to navigate places, and potential to minimize disturbance to animals. Automatic identification and classification of animals through images acquired using a sUAS may solve critical problems such as monitoring large areas with high vehicle traffic for animals to prevent collisions, such as animal-aircraft collisions on airports. In this research we demonstrate automated identification of four animal species using deep learning animal classification models trained on sUAS collected images. We used a sUAS mounted with …
Spatial Variation In Direct And Indirect Contact Rates At The Wildlife-Livestock Interface For Informing Disease Management,
2021
Colorado State University
Spatial Variation In Direct And Indirect Contact Rates At The Wildlife-Livestock Interface For Informing Disease Management, Anni Yang, Raoul K. Boughton, Ryan S. Miller, Bethany Wight, Wesley M. Anderson, James C. Beasley, Kurt C. Vercauteren, Kim M. Pepin, George Wittemyer
United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications
Little is known about disease transmission relevant contact rates at the wildlife-livestock interface and the factors shaping them. Indirect contact via shared resources is thought to be important but remains unquantified in most systems, making it challenging to evaluate the impact of livestock management practices on contact networks. Free-ranging wild pigs (Sus scrofa) in North America are an invasive, socially-structured species with an expanding distribution that pose a threat to livestock health given their potential to transmit numerous livestock diseases, such as pseudorabies, brucellosis, trichinellosis, and echinococcosis, among many others. Our objective in this study was to quantify …
Carp Edema Virus A Rising Threat To Global Carp Population,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Carp Edema Virus A Rising Threat To Global Carp Population, Xolani Phaya, Jing-Xiang Zhou, Zhuo Yu Wang, Hao Wang, Jie Liang
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Carp edema virus (CEV), a poxvirus from the family Poxviridae, was first detected in 1974 in Japan and has since spread to most parts of the world. CEV is the etiological agent of koi sleepy disease (KSD), which has adverse health effects on both koi and common carp fish species. Equally, KSD leads to detrimental financial distress to carp farmers and further threatens both food security and ecology. The onset and severity of CEV/KSD is influenced by water temperature and handling stress. The prominent clinical sign of KSD in both koi and common carp is lethargy, which is manifested when …
The First Report Of Antimicrobial Residues In Cultured Tilapia Fillets In Three Provinces Of Lao Pdr,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
The First Report Of Antimicrobial Residues In Cultured Tilapia Fillets In Three Provinces Of Lao Pdr, Seangphed Phommachanh, Bundit Tengjaroenkul, Peerapol Sukon, Lamyai Neeratanaphan, Kanit Chukanhom
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The objective of this study was to investigate antimicrobial residues in the fillets of Nile tilapia fish (n=180) from 3 provinces (Vientiane, Savannakhet Province and Champasak Province) in Lao PDR in the summer, rainy and winter seasons. Clean meat test (CMT) was used for screening the antimicrobial residue samples. Then, the antimicrobial residue groups were examined and identified by the european six-plate test (ESPT), and the concentration of each positive antimicrobial residue from the ESPT was further assessed by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The evaluation results of the three antimicrobial detection methods were 19.44% (35/180) for the CMT, 22.86% (8/35) …
In Vitro Biomechanical Comparison Of Clamped Suture Knot Techniques As A Model Of Extra-Capsular Stabilization Of Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
In Vitro Biomechanical Comparison Of Clamped Suture Knot Techniques As A Model Of Extra-Capsular Stabilization Of Canine Cruciate Ligament Repair, Jung-Jin Lee, Mu-Young Kim, Hun-Young Yoon
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Six clamped suture knot techniques were compared to identify the effects on the biomechanic properties used as a model of extra-capsular stabilization. Six clamped suture knot techniques included square knot formed by clamping the first throw with toothed mosquito forceps (SQ-TM), non-toothed mosquito forceps (SQ-NTM), or needle holder (SQ-NH) and surgeon's knot formed by clamping the first throw with toothed mosquito forceps (SG-TM), non-toothed mosquito forceps (SG-NTM), or needle holder (SG-NH). Monotonic loading test was performed on each suture-loop. Initial loop tension, ultimate load, load at 3 mm elongation, elongation at failure, stiffness, and failure mode were compared among techniques. …
Molecular Identification Of Paramphistomum Epiclitum (Trematoda: Paramphistomidae) Infecting Buffaloes In An Endemic Area Of Pakistan,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Molecular Identification Of Paramphistomum Epiclitum (Trematoda: Paramphistomidae) Infecting Buffaloes In An Endemic Area Of Pakistan, Maria Komal, Kiran Afshan, Sabika Firasat, Màrius V. Fuentes
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study determined the molecular characterization of Paramphistomum epiclitum using the second internal transcribed spacer (ITS-2) grouping and secondary structure analysis from buffaloes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. Paramphistomes were collected from the rumen of 25 infected buffaloes and their DNA was separated. DNA was intensified, followed by sequencing. Phylogenetic examinations were carried out using the Maximum Composite Likelihood approach. The results revealed extensive intraspecific and interspecific varieties among different paramphistomid species. The sequences in the present study (GenBank accession number: MW481321 and MW481322) were compared to 46 reference sequences of Paramphistomum and other trematode data from GenBank. The results …
Fluid Resuscitation With Ringer’S And Trometamol-Balanced Solutions In A Rat Septic Model,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Fluid Resuscitation With Ringer’S And Trometamol-Balanced Solutions In A Rat Septic Model, Wen-Ting Ting, Chih-Hsien Wang, Yih-Sharng Chen, Jih-Jong Lee
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Resuscitation solution is one of the main interventions provided for septic shock patients, although there is no general consensus regarding the optimal type of solution. Therefore, a trometamol-balanced solution (TBS) was designed as a resuscitation solution. The aim of this study is to assess the effects of TBS versus Ringer’s solution (RS) in a rat septic model. Septic shock was induced in 16 male Wistar-Kyoto rats through lipopolysaccharide (LPS) induction; these rats were assigned at a ratio of 1:1 to RS and TBS groups. Blood examinations were performed using an Abbott i-STAT analyzer with CG4+ (for pH, pressure of carbon …
Expression Profile Analysis Of Micrornas During The Oestrous Cycle Of Qira Black Sheep,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Expression Profile Analysis Of Micrornas During The Oestrous Cycle Of Qira Black Sheep, Xi Chen, Hanying Chen, Song Jiang, Chaocheng Li, Xiancun Zeng
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Ovarian follicular development is closely regulated by a multitude of genes and specific non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), which are typically altered during the oestrous cycle. Identification of the microRNAs (miRNA) expression profiles in sheep ovaries during the oestrous cycle is a prerequisite to further understanding their functional status. This study presents a genome-wide analysis of miRNAs from three groups of Qira black sheep: oestrus (day 0), dioestrus (day 10) and pro-oestrus (day 14). A total of 545 conserved miRNAs and 206 novel miRNAs were identified. Furthermore, 229 differentially expressed miRNAs were screened in three comparisons and 16 miRNAs were found to …
Evaluation Of Poly (Ethylene Glycol–Propylene Glycol) Copolymer Bone Hemostatic Agent Containing Gentamicin For Enhancing Local Antibacterial And Anti-Inflammatory Effects In An Infected Calvarial Defect Rat Model,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Evaluation Of Poly (Ethylene Glycol–Propylene Glycol) Copolymer Bone Hemostatic Agent Containing Gentamicin For Enhancing Local Antibacterial And Anti-Inflammatory Effects In An Infected Calvarial Defect Rat Model, Jeon-Mo Kim, Hun-Young Yoon
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Bone wax is the most commonly used hemostatic agent in surgery; however, it is non-absorbable and may act as a nidus of infection. Thus, new hemostatic agents that are absorbable and have antibiotic effects are needed. In this study, we assessed the hemostatic ability, bioabsorption, and local antibiotic and anti-inflammatory effects of a newly developed poly(ethylene glycol–propylene glycol) (PEG-PPG) copolymer containing gentamicin (PEG-PPGg) in a calvarial defect rat model. A total of 100 Sprague Dawley rats were used in this study. Twenty were used to determine time to hemostasis and bioabsorption of PEG-PPGg. The remaining rats were assigned to four …
The Efficiency Of Herbal On Blood Clotting And Wound Healing Of Ear Notched Pigs,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
The Efficiency Of Herbal On Blood Clotting And Wound Healing Of Ear Notched Pigs, Kittiphong Tippaya, Ruttayaporn Ngasaman, Kridda Chukiatsiri
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study aimed to determine the efficiency of Jatropha podagrica Hook. f., Chromolaena odorata (L.) and Centella asiatica (L.) on the reduction of blood clotting and promoting wound healing in notched piglets. Thirty-four notched piglets aged 2–3 days were selected for applying fresh exudes of J. podagrica Hook. f. to the right ear and povidone iodine to the left ear as a control. In the experiment of C. odorata (L.) and C. asiatica (L.), fifty notched piglets were divided into five groups and 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50% each of herbal gel was applied to the right ear and …
Zinc Supplementation Improves Semen Quality In Boars,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Zinc Supplementation Improves Semen Quality In Boars, Supitcha Kaewma, Sanya Suphappornchai, Junpen Suwimonteerabutr, Nutthee Am-In, Mongkol Techakumphu
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
One of the causes of infertility in boars is nutritional deficiency. Interestingly, zinc has been used for improving semen quality in boars. Thus, the objective of this study was to investigate the effect of zinc as feed supplementation in order to improve semen quality in infertile boars. Three purebred Pietrain boars with a poor semen quality history were selected for the experiment. The semen samples were collected once a week for 4 weeks before the treatment period and the semen evaluated immediately. Fifteen grams (a total concentration of 150 ppm) of zinc were supplemented daily in the normal feed. The …
Major Bacterial Pathogens Of Bovine Respiratory Disease And Lung Lesions In Calves From Selected Areas Of Ethiopia,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Major Bacterial Pathogens Of Bovine Respiratory Disease And Lung Lesions In Calves From Selected Areas Of Ethiopia, Mirtneh Akalu, Behadra Murthy, Takele Abayeneh, Esayas Gelaye
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a potential threat and an economically detrimental disease of calf-rearing in Ethiopia. This study was designed to isolate the major bacterial pathogens associated with respiratory disease of calves and the lung lesions involved. A crosssectional study with a purposive sampling method was employed in 170 calves during the study period from April 2018 to October 2018. The Bacteriological and molecular assay revealed overall isolation of 156 (91.76%) bacterial pathogens. Gross inspection of pneumonic lungs revealed one or more lesions of hydatidosis (46.67%), emphysema (44.44%), congestion (35.56%), hemorrhage (20.0%) and atelectasis (15.56%). Bacterial pathogen identification showed …
Anti-Müllerian Hormone Immunolocalization In Growing Follicles Of Replacement Gilts Culled Due To Anestrus,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Anti-Müllerian Hormone Immunolocalization In Growing Follicles Of Replacement Gilts Culled Due To Anestrus, Paisan Tienthai, Padet Tummaruk
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
In female pigs, the anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) produced by granulosa cells of developing follicles plays an important role in ovarian reserves of follicles and serum AMH levels are the biological marker of gilt reproductive performance. In the present study, we determined the AMH expression during follicular growth in replacement gilts culled due to anestrus by immunohistochemical technique. A total of 20 reproductive organs from crossbred Landrace Yorkshire gilts were collected from swine commercial farms in Thailand and categorized by the reasons for culling, i.e., the anestrus group (n=12) and other causes not related to reproduction as the control group …
Dynamics And Evolution Of Genotype 1 Porcine Reproductive And Respiratory Syndrome Virus Following Its Introduction Into A Herd Concurrently Infected With Genotypes 1 And 2,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Dynamics And Evolution Of Genotype 1 Porcine Reproductive And Respiratory Syndrome Virus Following Its Introduction Into A Herd Concurrently Infected With Genotypes 1 And 2, Thitima Tripipat, Kepalee Saeng-Chuto, Adthakorn Madapong, Christopher James Stott, Angkana Tantituvanont, Pavita Kaewprommal, Jittima Piriyapongsa, Dachrit Nilubol
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This study was conducted to investigate the dynamics and evolution of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) genotype 1 following its introduction into a herd concurrently infected with both PRRSV genotypes. The results demonstrated that 2 novel genotype 1 groups emerged, termed clusters II and III. The emergence of cluster II suggested that this cluster of genotype 1 virus potentially correlated with the outbreak. Then, cluster III was detected with the disappearance of cluster II. The evolution of the genotype 1 virus from cluster II to cluster III is likely to be associated with immune evasion induced by amino …
The Feasibility And Image Quality Of Using Soft Embalming Cadaver Dogs And Cats For Radiographic And Ultrasonographic Training,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
The Feasibility And Image Quality Of Using Soft Embalming Cadaver Dogs And Cats For Radiographic And Ultrasonographic Training, Chutimon Thanaboonnipat, Nan Choisunirachon, Chalika Wangdee, Srireepong Kiertkrittikhoon, Voraphan Na Songkhla, Sirakarnt Dhitavat, Chanyaratt Chaichareonchon, Lampetch Vimuktalop, Kiatpichet Komin
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Diagnostic imaging techniques, especially radiography and ultrasonography, have been applied as routine diagnostic tools in clinical practice of both human and veterinary medicine. Soft embalmed cadavers by Thiel’s method is a new method for preserving dead bodies that has been increasingly used in medical education especially in diagnostic imaging fields. The aims of this study were, first, to examine the feasibility of using canine and feline soft cadavers in radiographic and ultrasonographic study and training. Second, to evaluate the procedure score and image quality score of radiography and ultrasonography using the soft cadaver dogs and cats as the model. All …
Uplc-Qtof/Ms-Based Metabolomic Analysis Of Plasma Reveals Altitude Effects On Yaks (Bos Grunniens),
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Uplc-Qtof/Ms-Based Metabolomic Analysis Of Plasma Reveals Altitude Effects On Yaks (Bos Grunniens), Xiangqiong Meng, Juan Zhou, Juan Zhou, Ruidong Wan, Hongxian Yu, Qing Wei
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The yak is an ideal animal model for the study of adaptation to hypoxia at high altitudes. Its blood metabolites are an important reference index for research regarding adaptation to high-altitude hypoxia and can reflect cellular activity, antioxidant capacity and the metabolic capacity of yaks, thus highlighting the adaptability of the yak to hypoxic environments. The aim of our study was to evaluate differences in the global metabolic profiles of plasma in high- and low-altitude yaks (average age: 3 years old; live weight (LW): 300 ± 50 kg) using untargeted metabolomics. 52 differential metabolites were identified; 13 metabolites such as …
Diagnostic Value Of C-Reactive Protein And Soluble Urokinase Plasminogen Activator Receptor In Canine Monocytic Ehrlichiosis,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Diagnostic Value Of C-Reactive Protein And Soluble Urokinase Plasminogen Activator Receptor In Canine Monocytic Ehrlichiosis, Songul Erdogan, Onur Basbug, Ugur Aydogdu, Serdar Pasa, Hasan Erdogan, Kerem Ural
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Canine monocytic ehrlichiosis is a vector-borne disease that can induce renal failure in dogs. In this study we aimed to describe the potential diagnostic efficiency of CRP and suPAR in dogs infected with E. canis and the association between suPAR and CRP with renal failure. For this purpose, the study consisted of a total of 17 dogs, 8 of infected with E. canis and 9 of healty. For evaluating renal failure, plasma urea-creatinine and UPC were determined and also measurements of plasma CRP and suPAR were analysed with ELISA test kits. Mean CRP, suPAR, urea, creatinine and UPC levels of …
Association Of Clinical Parameters And A Formula For Predicting The Total Antioxidant Power In Cats,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Association Of Clinical Parameters And A Formula For Predicting The Total Antioxidant Power In Cats, Kanissarinn Sakundech, Worapol Aengwanich
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The objective of this study was to investigate external appearances, vital signs, hematological parameters, malondialdehyde and total antioxidant power to find correlations and to predict total antioxidant power in cats. Body condition scores, mucous membrane color scores, heart rate, respiratory rate, body temperature, hematological parameters, malondialdehyde and ferric reducing antioxidant capacity of 27 cats were measured. Correlation and multiple regression models were analyzed. The results revealed the following information: respiratory rate vs. heart rate, packed cell volume vs. hemoglobin, total red blood cell vs. packed cell volume, total red blood cell vs. hemoglobin, mean corpuscular hemoglobin vs. mean corpuscular volume, …
Comparison Of The Postoperative Outcome Of The Three-Port Laparoscopic Ovariectomy And Conventional Open Ovariectomy Methods In Dogs,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Comparison Of The Postoperative Outcome Of The Three-Port Laparoscopic Ovariectomy And Conventional Open Ovariectomy Methods In Dogs, Damla Tuğçe Okur, Bülent Polat
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The aim of this study is to determine the effects of laparoscopic ovariectomy (LOVE) and conventional open ovariectomy (COVE) methods on early-stage surgical stress parameters [proinflammatory cytokines (TNF-α and IL-6), acute phase proteins (CRP, Hp), inducible nitric oxide synthase (INOS), mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK14) and cortisol], pain scores and D-Dimer (DD) levels in 36 healthy bitches. Three-port laparoscopic ovariectomy was performed on the LOVE group while routine ovariectomy was performed on the COVE group. Surgical stress parameters and pain scores (University of Melbourne pain scale) were assessed during the pre- (0 hour) and postoperative periods (1st, 3rd, 6th hour …
Schirmer Tear Test 1 As A Method To Measure Tear Production Value In Normal Kintamani Dogs,
2021
Chulalongkorn University
Schirmer Tear Test 1 As A Method To Measure Tear Production Value In Normal Kintamani Dogs, Steven Dwi Purbantoro, Erika Kadek Yudha Ariawan, Endah Rahmawati, Zefanya Christiani, Sri Kayati Widyastuti
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a dry eye condition due to an inadequacy of the eyes to produce tears. This condition can be diagnosed using the Schirmer Tear Test 1 (STT1). The Kintamani dog, a Chinese Chow Chow-derivate, is now popular globally to be kept by dog lovers. This study aims to determine the normal value of tear production in Kintamani dogs. Forty eyes from above one-year-old twenty Kintamani dogs were used in this study. Tear production value was measured using STT1 strip. The result showed that the mean of tear production in Kintamani dogs was 23.37±4.415 mm/min. Statistically, there was …
