The intestinal epithelial tight junction (TJ) barrier controls the paracellular permeation of
contents from the intestinal lumen into the intestinal tissue and systemic circulation. A …

The microorganisms inhabiting the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of ruminants have a
mutualistic relationship with the host that influences the efficiency and health of the …

The transmission of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) between food‐producing animals
(poultry, cattle and pigs) during short journeys (< 8 h) and long journeys (> 8 h) directed to …

Current calf milk replacer (CMR) compositions significantly differ from whole milk in their
levels of energy, protein, and minerals. Energy source is one of the major differences, as …

Yeast of Saccharomyces cerevisiae (SCY) origin has over long time been incorporated into
domestic animal diets. In calves, several products have offered improved performance and …

The symbiotic interaction between mammals and their diverse microorganisms are of
importance because mutualism provides nutritional, developmental, physiologic, and …

The diverse pioneer microbial community colonizing the mammalian gastrointestinal tract is
critical for the developing immune system. Gut microbial communities of neonates can be …

Increased ambient temperature causes heat stress in mammals, which affects physiological
and molecular functions. We have recently reported that the dietary administration of a …

Feed restriction and fasting experienced during commercial production negatively affect
unweaned calves' behavior and health status. Transportation and stays at assembly centers …

The composition of milk replacer (MR) for calves greatly differs from that of bovine whole
milk, which may affect gastrointestinal development of young calves. In this light, the …