The survival of insects depends on their ability to detect molecules present in their
environment. Odorant-binding proteins (OBPs) form a family of proteins involved in …

Odorant‐binding proteins (OBPs) of vertebrates belong to the lipocalin superfamily and
perform a dual function: solubilizing and ferrying volatile pheromones to the olfactory …

Accurate determination of estrus is essentially required for efficient reproduction
management of farm animals. Buffalo is a shy breeder and does not manifest overt signs of …

The olfactory system of mammals allows the detection and discrimination of thousands of
odors from the environment. In mammals, odorant-binding proteins (OBPs) are considered …

Cows produce saliva in very large quantities to lubricate and facilitate food processing.
Estimates indicate an amount of 50–150 L per day. Human saliva has previously been found …

Precise estrus detection in sows is pivotal in increasing the productivity within the pork
industry. Sows in estrus exhibit exclusive behaviors when exposed to either a live boar or …

The success of conception in buffalo is greatly dependent on precise estrus detection and
time of artificial insemination (AI). Various visual, behavioral, biochemical and gyneco …

In the recent years, several “omics” technologies based on specific biomolecules (from DNA,
RNA, proteins, or metabolites) have won growing importance in the scientific field. Despite …

Coordination in honeybees is heavily dependent on their chemoreception system, in which
odorant-binding proteins are very important. A previous study based on the antennal …

The major cat allergen Fel d 1 is a tetrameric glycoprotein from the secretoglobin
superfamily. Fel d 1's biological role is unknown, but it has been previously shown that it …