Essays about: "ANIMALS"

Showing result 26 - 30 of 2392 essays containing the word ANIMALS.

  1. 26. Farming without animals? The outlook for Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture as an alternative approach to food production in Sweden

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Kevin Edberg; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability Science; Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture; Multi-level Perspective; Sustainable transitions; Agri-food system; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Conventional agriculture and animal husbandry are leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions,environmental degradation, and biodiversity loss. Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture (BVA) is an approach that aims to address the concerns of modern agriculture and provide a sustainable and ethical alternative. READ MORE

  3. 27. Genetisk variation hos lantrashöns : skillnader inom svenska lantraser och europeiska lantraser

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics

    Author : Andrea Hilding; [2023]
    Keywords : genetisk variation; lantras; höns; svensk lantras; Europa;

    Abstract : Detta arbete undersöker hur den genetiska variationen ser ut hos lantrashöns i Sverige och några europeiska länder. Den genetiska variationen är ett mått på vilken nivå av biologisk mångfald som finns inom en art eller population och kan visa på hur inavel tidigare förekommit i populationerna som undersöks. READ MORE

  4. 28. The functional anatomy of the crocodilian heart

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Biologi

    Author : Jennifer Karlsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Anatomy; Cardiac right-to-left shunt; Cog-teeth-like valves; Crocodilian heart; Foramen of Panizza; Hemodynamics; Left aorta;

    Abstract : Crocodiles are ectothermic, intermittent breathing reptiles with low metabolic rates. Additionally, they are diving animals that can stay submerged for long periods, which poses special demands on their cardiovascular system. The crocodilian heart is four-chambered with completely separated ventricles, making it unique among other reptiles. READ MORE

  5. 29. Predicting Gastrointestinal Adverse Events in Dogs Treated with Chemotherapeutic Medication

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

    Author : Emmie Andersdotter; [2023]
    Keywords : calprotectin; cancer; canine; chemotherapy; cytostatic medication; dog; gastrointestinal toxicity; gastrointestinal adverse events; gut microbiota; influential factors; questionnaire;

    Abstract : Despite significant advances in the treatment of cancer in canine patients, gastrointestinal toxicity still remains a relatively common finding after chemotherapeutic treatment. These adverse events may cause a fundamental reduction in the patient’s quality of life. READ MORE

  6. 30. The value of non-human animals: A study of member parties to CITES views of non-human animals’ value connected to the illegal wildlife trade at CoP19

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Helena Tapper; [2023]
    Keywords : CITES; Illegal wildlife trade; CoP19; The Global South; The Global North; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : Abstract The illegal wildlife trade (IWT) is the fourth largest global illegal crime, and it threatens the balance of ecosystems, biodiversity, and human security. The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is an international treaty, which purpose is to guarantee that international wildlife trade is legal, sustainable, and traceable. READ MORE