The intestinal tract harbors a diverse community of microbes that have co-evolved with the
host immune system. Although many of these microbes execute functions that are critical for …

There is increasing evidence of a pivotal role of the gut microbiota (GUT-M) in key
physiological functions in vertebrates. Many studies discuss functional implications of the …

Neonates are highly susceptible to infection with enteric pathogens, but the underlying
mechanisms are not resolved. We show that neonatal chick colonization with Salmonella …

Pigs are one of the most important economic livestock. Gut microbiota is not only critical to
the health but also the production efficiency of pigs. Manipulating gut microbiota relies on …

Despite the importance of gut microbiota for broiler performance and health little is known
about the composition of this ecosystem, its development and response towards bacterial …

Background The gut microbiota plays an important role in the colonisation resistance and
invasion of pathogens. Salmonella Typhimurium has the potential to establish a niche by …

Abstract Background Reducing Salmonella infection in broiler chickens by using effective
and safe alternatives to antibiotics is vital to provide safer poultry meat and minimize the …

Despite the arsenal of technologies employed to control foodborne nontyphoidal Salmonella
(NTS), infections have not declined in decades. Poultry is the primary source of NTS …

Eggs contaminated with Salmonella have been internationally significant sources of human
illness for several decades. Most egg-associated illness has been attributed to Salmonella …

Improved sequencing and analytical techniques allow for better resolution of microbial
communities; however, the agriculture field lacks an updated analysis surveying the fecal …