[ad_1] The Animal Antibacterial and Antibiotics Market is being driven by several key factors. Rising livestock production and intensive animal farming practices are increasing the need for effective antibacterial and antibiotic treatments to ensure animal health and productivity. Growing awareness of zoonotic diseases and the need to prevent their transmission to human’s further boost market […]
Locals’ Day marks an end to the season at the Large Animal Research Station
[ad_1] FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -Around 900 people showed up at the Large Animal Research Station on Saturday morning for hourly tours and chances to meet the resident muskoxen and reindeer at the Locals’ Day celebration. This time of year is a real season of change at the research station. “Our tours ended for the general […]
IIT Mandi’s robot study unveils new secrets in animal homing behaviour
[ad_1] Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi have made significant strides in understanding how animals successfully navigate back to their home after foraging, even when they encounter unexpected obstacles. Using small, programmable robots, the team studied homing behavior in a controlled setting to uncover the underlying mechanisms. Importance of homing in nature For […]
Animal Parasiticides Market Detailed In New Research Report
[ad_1] Animal Parasiticides Market Trends Overview 2024-2031: A new Report by Coherent Market Insights, titled “Animal Parasiticides Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2024-2031,” offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry, which comprises insights on the Animal Parasiticides market analysis. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis, and contemporary advancements in […]
The average cat lives 11.74 years, according to new research
[ad_1] And mixed breeds live longer, on average, than purebred cats. Photo: SeraphP/Shutterstock By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. Researchers have created new life tables for domestic cats that show how long they live on average, and […]
Our fight against expanded use of monkeys in research heats up
[ad_1] By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block We’re pushing back hard against plans to fund expanded reliance on monkeys in experiments in the U.S., plans that would see even more of these intelligent, curious animals used in outdated and unreliable tests, often at taxpayer expense. Instead, we’ve advocated for broader investments in technologically-advanced methods that […]
Should all animals be treated equally in research?
[ad_1] The rights of a cephalopod A new protocol is set to be introduced in the US providing cephalopods (think tentacled sea creatures like octopuses or squid) with rights to protect them from use in research without sufficient authorisation. As it currently stands, there are no ethical guidelines or barriers around the use of invertebrates […]
New Research Suggests That These Protein Sources Are Not Nutritionally Equivalent
[ad_1] Scientists found that two-ounce-equivalents (oz-eq) of animal-based protein foods provide greater essential amino acids (EAA) bioavailability than the same quantity of plant-based protein foods. The study challenges the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) which suggest these protein sources are nutritionally equivalent. Consuming equal ounce-equivalent portions of animal-based and plant-based protein foods, as per the […]
Vaccine candidate prevents diarrhea, improves growth in animal model
[ad_1] Mark Slifka, Ph.D., is a professor of molecular microbiology and immunology in Oregon Health & Science University’s School of Medicine and a senior scientist in the neuroscience division of OHSU’s Oregon National Primate Research Center. (OHSU/Kristyna Wentz-Graff) A vaccine originally developed to prevent bacteria-caused diarrhea has now also been found to help infant nonhuman primates grow faster, […]
Oral probiotic bacterial strain found to improve dry eye disease in animal model
[ad_1] In a study by a research group at Baylor College of Medicine, oral administration of a commercially available probiotic bacterial strain was found to improve dry eye disease in an animal model. The findings were presented at ASM Microbe 2023, the annual meeting of the American Society for Microbiology. Dry eye, a common condition […]