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Neuropilin 1 mediates epicardial activation and revascularization in the regenerating zebrafish heart (2019)
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Lowe, V., Wisniewski, L., Sayers, J., Evans, I., Frankel, P., Mercader-Huber, N., Zachary, I. C., & Pellet-Many, C. (2019). Neuropilin 1 mediates epicardial activation and revascularization in the regenerating zebrafish heart. Development, 146, https://doi.org/10.1242/dev.174482

Unlike adult mammals, zebrafish can regenerate their heart. A key mechanism for regeneration is the activation of the epicardium, leading to the establishment of a supporting scaffold for new cardiomyocytes, angiogenesis and cytokine secretion. Neuro... Read More about Neuropilin 1 mediates epicardial activation and revascularization in the regenerating zebrafish heart.

Exploring early life events including diet in cats presenting for gastrointestinal signs in later life (2019)
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Kathrani, A., Blackwell, E. J., Williams, J. L., Gruffydd-Jones, T. J., Murray, J. K., Hezzell, M., & Hall, E. J. (2019). Exploring early life events including diet in cats presenting for gastrointestinal signs in later life. Veterinary Record, https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.105040

Our study aimed to determine if certain early life events were more prevalent in cats presenting to veterinary practices specifically for gastrointestinal signs on at least two occasions between six months and 30 months of age. Data from an owner-com... Read More about Exploring early life events including diet in cats presenting for gastrointestinal signs in later life.

Efficient isolation, biophysical characterisation and molecular composition of extracellular vesicles secreted by primary and immortalised cells of reproductive origin (2019)
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Jamaludin, N. A., Thurston, L. M., Witek, K. J., Meikle, A., Basatvat, S., Elliott, S., Hunt, S., Andronowska, A., & Fazeli, A. (2019). Efficient isolation, biophysical characterisation and molecular composition of extracellular vesicles secreted by primary and immortalised cells of reproductive origin. Theriogenology, 135, 121-137. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.theriogenology.2019.06.002

Effective communication between the maternal reproductive tract, gametes and the pre-implantation embryo is essential for the successful establishment of pregnancy. Recent studies have recognised extracellular vesicles (EVs) as potent vehicles for in... Read More about Efficient isolation, biophysical characterisation and molecular composition of extracellular vesicles secreted by primary and immortalised cells of reproductive origin.

Population genetics of Oncomelania hupensis snails, intermediate hosts of Schistosoma japonium, from emerging, re-emerging or established habitats within China (2019)
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Qiu, C., Lu, D.-B., Deng, Y., Zou, H.-Y., Liang, Y.-S., & Webster, J. P. (2019). Population genetics of Oncomelania hupensis snails, intermediate hosts of Schistosoma japonium, from emerging, re-emerging or established habitats within China. Acta Tropica, 197, 105048. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actatropica.2019.105048

Schistosomiasis remains one of the world’s most significant neglected tropical diseases, second only to malaria in terms of socioeconomic impact. In 2014, China proposed the goal of schistosomiasis japonicum elimination by 2025. However, one major ch... Read More about Population genetics of Oncomelania hupensis snails, intermediate hosts of Schistosoma japonium, from emerging, re-emerging or established habitats within China.

Antimicrobial Polymers: The Potential Replacement of Existing Antibiotics? (2019)
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Kamaruzzaman, N. F., Tan, L. P., Hamdan, R. H., Choong, S. S., Wong, W. K., Gibson, A. J., Chivu, A., & De Fatima Pina, M. (2019). Antimicrobial Polymers: The Potential Replacement of Existing Antibiotics?. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(11), 2747. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms20112747

Antimicrobial resistance is now considered a major global challenge; compromising medical advancements and our ability to treat infectious disease. Increased antimicrobial resistance has resulted in increased morbidity and mortality due to infectious... Read More about Antimicrobial Polymers: The Potential Replacement of Existing Antibiotics?.

VEGF with AMD3100 Endogenously Mobilizes Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Improves Fracture Healing (2019)
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Meeson, R. L., Sanghani-Keri, A., Coathup, M., & Blunn, G. (2019). VEGF with AMD3100 Endogenously Mobilizes Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Improves Fracture Healing. Journal of Orthopaedic Research, 37(6), 1294-1302. https://doi.org/10.1002/jor.24164

A significant number of fractures develop non‐union. Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy may be beneficial, however, this requires cell acquisition, culture and delivery. Endogenous mobilization of stem cells offers a non‐invasive alternative. The hy... Read More about VEGF with AMD3100 Endogenously Mobilizes Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Improves Fracture Healing.

The role of infectious disease impact in informing decision-making for animal health management in aquaculture systems in Bangladesh (2019)
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Garza, M., Mohan, C. V., Rahman, M., Wieland, B., & Haesler, B. (2019). The role of infectious disease impact in informing decision-making for animal health management in aquaculture systems in Bangladesh. Preventive Veterinary Medicine, 167, 202-213. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prevetmed.2018.03.004

The aquaculture sector in Bangladesh is an important employer and a significant source of foreign exchange. In addition, it contributes significantly to food security due to the role of fish in peoples’ diets, the most important source of protein and... Read More about The role of infectious disease impact in informing decision-making for animal health management in aquaculture systems in Bangladesh.

Mass Die-Off of Saiga Antelopes, Kazakhstan, 2015 (2019)
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Fereidouni, S., Freimanis, G. L., Orynbayev, M., Ribeca, P., Flannery, J., King, D. P., Zuther, S., Beer, M., Höper, D., Kydyrmanov, A., Karamendin, K., & Kock, R. A. (2019). Mass Die-Off of Saiga Antelopes, Kazakhstan, 2015. https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2506.180990

In 2015, a mass die-off of ≈200,000 saiga antelope in central Kazakhstan was caused by hemorrhagic septicemia attributable to the bacterium Pasteurella multocida serotype B. Previous analyses have indicated that environmental triggers associated with... Read More about Mass Die-Off of Saiga Antelopes, Kazakhstan, 2015.

Effect of different catching practices during manual upright handling on broiler welfare and behavior (2019)
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Abreu De Lima, V., Ceballos, M. C., Gregory, N. G., & Paranhos Da Costa, M. J. R. (2019). Effect of different catching practices during manual upright handling on broiler welfare and behavior. Poultry Science, 98(10), 4282-4289. https://doi.org/10.3382/ps/pez284

The aim of this study was to identify the influence of different catching practices during manual upright handling on broiler welfare and behavior. Catching was examined in a total of 4,595 Cobb broilers with average live weight of 3.2 kg and 42 days... Read More about Effect of different catching practices during manual upright handling on broiler welfare and behavior.

A cross-sectional study of horse owners’ awareness and perceived risk of exotic diseases in the United Kingdom (2019)
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Spence, K. L., Slater, J. D., Rosanowski, S. M., & Cardwell, J. M. (2019). A cross-sectional study of horse owners’ awareness and perceived risk of exotic diseases in the United Kingdom. Preventive Veterinary Medicine, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prevetmed.2019.104706

The international nature of the equine industry provides opportunities for the spread of infectious diseases between countries. While incursions of exotic diseases into the United Kingdom (UK) equine population have been rare, the potential socioecon... Read More about A cross-sectional study of horse owners’ awareness and perceived risk of exotic diseases in the United Kingdom.

Morbidity and Mortality of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) Under Primary Veterinary Care in England in 2013 (2019)
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O'Neill, D. G. Morbidity and Mortality of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) Under Primary Veterinary Care in England in 2013. [Data]. https://doi.org/10.34840/4x3t-eq54

Three datasets present primary care data related to morbidity and mortality of domestic rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) under primary veterinary care in England in 2013 in spreadsheet form (.xls and .csv). Three different spreadsheets contain:
1. De... Read More about Morbidity and Mortality of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) Under Primary Veterinary Care in England in 2013.

A double-blinded randomised dietary supplement crossover trial design to investigate the short-term influence of medium chain fatty acid (MCT) supplement on canine idiopathic epilepsy: study protocol (2019)
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Berk, B. A., Packer, R. M. A., Law, T. H., Wessmann, A., Bathen-Nöthen, A., Jokinen, T. S., Knebel, A., Tipold, A., Pelligand, L., & Volk, H. A. (2019). A double-blinded randomised dietary supplement crossover trial design to investigate the short-term influence of medium chain fatty acid (MCT) supplement on canine idiopathic epilepsy: study protocol. BMC Veterinary Research, 15(181), https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-019-1915-8

Identification and validation of genetic variants predictive of gait in standardbred horses (2019)
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McCoy, A. M., Beeson, S. K., Rubin, C.-J., Andersson, L., Caputo, P., Lykkjen, S., Moore, A., Piercy, R. J., Mickelson, J. R., & McCue, M. E. (2019). Identification and validation of genetic variants predictive of gait in standardbred horses. PLoS Genetics, 15, e1008146. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgen.1008146

Several horse breeds have been specifically selected for the ability to exhibit alternative patterns of locomotion, or gaits. A premature stop codon in the gene DMRT3 is permissive for “gaitedness” across breeds. However, this mutation is nearly fixe... Read More about Identification and validation of genetic variants predictive of gait in standardbred horses.

Post-mortem Characterisation of a Case With an ACTG1 Variant, Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum and Neuronal Heterotopia (2019)
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Vontell, R., Supramaniam, V. G., Davidson, A., Thornton, C., Marnerides, A., Holder-Espinasse, M., Lillis, S., Yau, S., Jansson, M., Hagberg, H. E., & Rutherford, M. A. (2019). Post-mortem Characterisation of a Case With an ACTG1 Variant, Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum and Neuronal Heterotopia. Frontiers in Physiology, 10, https://doi.org/10.3389/fphys.2019.00623

Cytoplasmic Actin Gamma 1 (ACTG1) gene variant are autosomal dominant and can cause CNS anomalies (Baraitser Winter Malformation Syndrome; BWMS). ACTG1 anomalies in offspring include agenesis of the corpus callosum (ACC) and neuronal heterotopia whic... Read More about Post-mortem Characterisation of a Case With an ACTG1 Variant, Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum and Neuronal Heterotopia.

Evolutionary integration and modularity in the archosaur cranium (2019)
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Felice, R. N., Watanabe, A., Cuff, A. R., Noirault, E., Pol, D., Witmer, L. M., Norell, M. A., O'Connor, P. M., & Goswami, A. (2019). Evolutionary integration and modularity in the archosaur cranium. Integrative and Comparative Biology, https://doi.org/10.1093/icb/icz052

Complex structures, like the vertebrate skull, are composed of numerous elements or traits that must develop and evolve in a coordinated manner to achieve multiple functions. The strength of association among phenotypic traits (i.e., integration), an... Read More about Evolutionary integration and modularity in the archosaur cranium.

Use of subcutaneous ureteral bypass systems as a bridge to definitive ureteral repair in a cat with bilateral ureteral ligation secondary to complicated ovariohysterectomy (2019)
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Beer, A., Lipscomb, V. J., Rutherford, L., & Lee, K. C. L. (2019). Use of subcutaneous ureteral bypass systems as a bridge to definitive ureteral repair in a cat with bilateral ureteral ligation secondary to complicated ovariohysterectomy. https://doi.org/10.1136/vetreccr-2018-000758

A kitten presented with acute kidney injury, bilateral hydronephrosis and proximal hydroureter, three days following bilateral ureteral ligation, during a complicated ovariohysterectomy procedure. Clinical signs were anorexia, lethargy, weakness, hyp... Read More about Use of subcutaneous ureteral bypass systems as a bridge to definitive ureteral repair in a cat with bilateral ureteral ligation secondary to complicated ovariohysterectomy.

Polyhexamethylene Biguanide: Polyurethane Blend Nanofibrous Membranes for Wound Infection Control (2019)
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Worsley, A., Vassileva, K., Tsui, J., Song, W., & Good, L. (2019). Polyhexamethylene Biguanide: Polyurethane Blend Nanofibrous Membranes for Wound Infection Control. Polymers, 11(5), 915. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym11050915

Polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) is a broad-spectrum antiseptic which avoids many efficacy and toxicity problems associated with antimicrobials, in particular, it has a low risk of loss of susceptibility due to acquired antimicrobial resistance. De... Read More about Polyhexamethylene Biguanide: Polyurethane Blend Nanofibrous Membranes for Wound Infection Control.