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Equine adult, fetal and ESC-tenocytes have differential migratory, proliferative and gene expression responses to factors upregulated in the injured tendon (2025)
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Beaumont, R. E., Smith, E. J., David, C., Paterson, Y. Z., Faull, E., & Guest, D. J. (2025). Equine adult, fetal and ESC-tenocytes have differential migratory, proliferative and gene expression responses to factors upregulated in the injured tendon. Cells & Development, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cdev.2025.204003

Tendon injuries are a common problem in humans and horses. There is a high re-injury rate in both species due to the poor regeneration of adult tendon and the resulting formation of scar tissue. In contrast, fetal tendon injuries undergo scarless reg... Read More about Equine adult, fetal and ESC-tenocytes have differential migratory, proliferative and gene expression responses to factors upregulated in the injured tendon.

Challenges in developing a split drive targeting dsx for the genetic control of the invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi (2025)
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Larrosa-Godall, M., Ang, J., Leftwich, P., Gonzalez, E., Shackleford, L., Nevard, K., Noad, R., Anderson, M., & Alphey, L. (2025). Challenges in developing a split drive targeting dsx for the genetic control of the invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi. Parasites and Vectors, 18(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-025-06688-0

BackgroundAnopheles stephensi is a competent malaria vector mainly present in southern Asia and the Arabian Peninsula. Since 2012, it has invaded several countries of eastern Africa, creating an emerging risk of urban transmission. Urgent efforts are... Read More about Challenges in developing a split drive targeting dsx for the genetic control of the invasive malaria vector Anopheles stephensi.

Phenotype-Specific Semi-Mechanistic Modelling of Florfenicol Time-Kill Curves in G. parasuis Compared to Other Respiratory Pathogens (2025)
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Mead, A., Hughes, A., Azzariti, S., Toutain, P.-L., & Pelligand, L. (2025). Phenotype-Specific Semi-Mechanistic Modelling of Florfenicol Time-Kill Curves in G. parasuis Compared to Other Respiratory Pathogens. Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, https://doi.org/10.1111/jvp.13500

This study examines the pharmacodynamics (PD) of florfenicol (FFN) for treating porcine respiratory diseases by comparing its effects on Glaesserella parasuis, Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae, and Pasteurella multocida. In vitro time-kill assays and... Read More about Phenotype-Specific Semi-Mechanistic Modelling of Florfenicol Time-Kill Curves in G. parasuis Compared to Other Respiratory Pathogens.

Climate change and campylobacteriosis from chicken meat: the changing risk factors and their importance (2025)
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Queenan, K., & Haesler, B. (in press). Climate change and campylobacteriosis from chicken meat: the changing risk factors and their importance. Food Control, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2025.111193

Global consumption of chicken meat is currently the highest consumed meat per capita, and it continues to rise. Campylobacteriosis is one of the most reported gastrointestinal conditions, typically associated with chicken meat consumption. Cases are... Read More about Climate change and campylobacteriosis from chicken meat: the changing risk factors and their importance.

Laboratory capacity-building during COVID-19 in Somalia: improving access to essential diagnostics for national health security in a fragile setting (2025)
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Figuereo, S., Mohamed, S., Takele, D., Sheikh, A., Abera, S., Mohamed, A., Lubogo, M., Abukar, H., Karanja, M., Bangura, S., Fayad, A., Adam, A., Osman, A., & Malik, S. (2025). Laboratory capacity-building during COVID-19 in Somalia: improving access to essential diagnostics for national health security in a fragile setting. Journal of epidemiology and global health, 15(1), https://doi.org/10.1007/s44197-025-00350-9

IntroductionEven before the COVID-19 pandemic, Somalia's national laboratory services had insufficient diagnostic capacities. We describe how the country moved rapidly from no testing capability to molecular testing and genomic sequencing for severe... Read More about Laboratory capacity-building during COVID-19 in Somalia: improving access to essential diagnostics for national health security in a fragile setting.

Clinical outcomes and complications of tracheal resection and anastomosis in dogs and cats: 20 cases (2009–2022) (2025)
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Gaudio, E., Lipscomb, V. J., Cantatore, M., Blacklock, K., Gosling, M., Jack, M., Charlesworth, T., & Shales, C. J. (2025). Clinical outcomes and complications of tracheal resection and anastomosis in dogs and cats: 20 cases (2009–2022). Journal of Small Animal Practice, n/a(n/a), https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13830

Objectives To report clinical presentation, short-term outcome and complications of tracheal resection and anastomosis in dogs and cats. Materials and Methods Clinical records of pets treated with tracheal resection and anastomosis in seven UK-based... Read More about Clinical outcomes and complications of tracheal resection and anastomosis in dogs and cats: 20 cases (2009–2022).

Engaging communities in health promotion through community-based primary care and participatory research during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia (2025)
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Leyns, C., Ascarrunz, C., Rasguido, S., Rodriguez, P., Eid, D., & Guitian, J. (2025). Engaging communities in health promotion through community-based primary care and participatory research during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia. Archives of Medical Research, 56(3), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.arcmed.2024.103154

Background. Most people in low- and middle-income countries work in the informal sector and lack social protection. In Bolivia, the unified family, community, and intercultural health model established universal health coverage for informal workers a... Read More about Engaging communities in health promotion through community-based primary care and participatory research during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bolivia.

β-Hydroxybutyrate-induced mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) release mediated innate inflammatory response in bovine mammary epithelial cells by inhibiting autophagy (2025)
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Huo, Y., Shen, T., Feng, T., Li, M., Zhao, W., Loor, J., Aernouts, B., Psifidi, A., & Xu, C. (2025). β-Hydroxybutyrate-induced mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) release mediated innate inflammatory response in bovine mammary epithelial cells by inhibiting autophagy. Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology, 16(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-024-01143-z

BackgroundIn perinatal dairy cows, ketosis is a prevalent metabolic disorder that lowers milk output and performance. Mitochondrial dysfunction and chronic inflammation in mammary tissue are linked to elevated blood ketone levels, particularly beta-h... Read More about β-Hydroxybutyrate-induced mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) release mediated innate inflammatory response in bovine mammary epithelial cells by inhibiting autophagy.

Impact of commercial gut health interventions on caecal metagenome and broiler performance (2025)
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Pangga, G., Star-Shirko, B., Psifidi, A., Xia, D., Corcionivoschi, N., Kelly, C., Hughes, C., Lavery, U., Richmond, A., Ijaz, U., & Gundogdu, O. (2025). Impact of commercial gut health interventions on caecal metagenome and broiler performance. Microbiome, 13(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s40168-024-02012-7

BackgroundMaintaining gut health is a persistent and unresolved challenge in the poultry industry. Given the critical role of gut health in chicken performance and welfare, there is a pressing need to identify effective gut health intervention (GHI)... Read More about Impact of commercial gut health interventions on caecal metagenome and broiler performance.

Beagles kept as companion animals in the UK – demography, disorders and mortality (2025)
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O'Neill, D., Schiksnis, M. R., Brodbelt, D. C., Church, D. B., Goldberg, S., & Engdahl, K. S. (2025). Beagles kept as companion animals in the UK – demography, disorders and mortality. Companion Animal Health and Genetics, 12(1), https://doi.org/10.1186/s40575-024-00140-9

Background Beagles are a popular companion animal dog breed and are generally stated to be a healthy breed.
This VetCompass study aimed to report the demography, common disorders and mortality of Beagles under primary
veterinary care in the UK. Ano... Read More about Beagles kept as companion animals in the UK – demography, disorders and mortality.

Whole genome sequencing revealed high occurrence of antimicrobial resistance genes in bacteria isolated from poultry manure (2025)
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Tripathi, A., Jaiswal, A., Kumar, D., Pandit, R., Blake, D., Tomley, F., Joshi, M., Joshi, C., & Dubey, S. (2025). Whole genome sequencing revealed high occurrence of antimicrobial resistance genes in bacteria isolated from poultry manure. International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents, 65(3), https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijantimicag.2025.107452

Background: Global demand for food has driven expansion and intensification of livestock production, particularly in developing nations where antibiotic use is often routine. Waste from poultry production, including manure, is commonly utilized as fe... Read More about Whole genome sequencing revealed high occurrence of antimicrobial resistance genes in bacteria isolated from poultry manure.

Development and Progression of Bovine Respiratory Disease Measured Using Clinical Respiratory Scoring and Thoracic Ultrasonography in Preweaned Calves on Dairy Farms in the United Kingdom: A Prospective Cohort Study (2025)
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Lindley, G., Blackie, N., Wathes, D. C., & Booth, R. E. (in press). Development and Progression of Bovine Respiratory Disease Measured Using Clinical Respiratory Scoring and Thoracic Ultrasonography in Preweaned Calves on Dairy Farms in the United Kingdom: A Prospective Cohort Study. Animals, 15(3), 360. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani15030360

The respiratory health of preweaned calves is an important determinant of their health, welfare, and future performance. This prospective cohort study measured bovine respiratory disease (BRD) on 16 dairy farms, including 476 calves in South-west Eng... Read More about Development and Progression of Bovine Respiratory Disease Measured Using Clinical Respiratory Scoring and Thoracic Ultrasonography in Preweaned Calves on Dairy Farms in the United Kingdom: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Pro-cumulin addition in a biphasic in vitro oocyte maturation system modulates human oocyte and cumulus cell transcriptomes (2025)
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Cava-Cami, B., Galvao, A., Van Ranst, H., Stocker, W., Harrison, C., Smitz, J., De Vos, M., Kelsey, G., & Anckaert, E. (2025). Pro-cumulin addition in a biphasic in vitro oocyte maturation system modulates human oocyte and cumulus cell transcriptomes. Molecular Human Reproduction, 31(1), https://doi.org/10.1093/molehr/gaaf001

Biphasic IVM can be offered as a patient-friendly alternative to conventional ovarian stimulation in IVF patients predicted to be hyper-responsive to ovarian stimulation. However, cumulative live birth rates after IVM per cycle are lower than after c... Read More about Pro-cumulin addition in a biphasic in vitro oocyte maturation system modulates human oocyte and cumulus cell transcriptomes.

Identifying patient subgroups in the heterogeneous chronic pain population using cluster analysis (2025)
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Rijsdijk, M., Smits, H., Azizoglu, H., Brugman, S., van de Burgt, Y., Charldorp, T., Gelder, D., Grauw, J., Lange, E., Meye, F., Strick, M., Walravens, H., Winkens, L., Huygen, F., Drylewicz, J., & Willemen, H. (2025). Identifying patient subgroups in the heterogeneous chronic pain population using cluster analysis. The Journal of Pain, 28, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpain.2025.104792

Chronic pain is an ill-defined disease with complex biopsychosocial aspects, posing treatment challenges. We hypothesized that treatment failure results, at least partly, from limited understanding of diverse patient subgroups. We aimed to identify s... Read More about Identifying patient subgroups in the heterogeneous chronic pain population using cluster analysis.

Imported seafood is a reservoir of Enterobacteriaceae carrying CTX-M-encoding genes of high clinical relevance (2025)
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Pearce, R., Pirolo, M., Goecke, N., Toppi, V., Good, L., Guitian, J., & Guardabassi, L. (2025). Imported seafood is a reservoir of Enterobacteriaceae carrying CTX-M-encoding genes of high clinical relevance. International Journal of Food Microbiology, 430, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2025.111063

We determined the frequency, genotypes, phenotypes, and mobility of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)encoding genes in Enterobacteriaceae isolated from retail seafood products. Overall, 288 samples of fresh shrimps, catfish and seabass imported... Read More about Imported seafood is a reservoir of Enterobacteriaceae carrying CTX-M-encoding genes of high clinical relevance.