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1. 1. Feeding brown algae and brown algae extracts from Saccharina Latissima to Broiler breeders : effects on transfer of antibodies and nutrients from hen to egg

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

   Author : Stina Kling; [2021]
   Keywords : broiler; broiler breeder; brown algae; Saccharina Latissima; laminarin; prebiotic; transfer; antibodies; nutrients; iodine; chicken; egg quality;

   Abstract : Brown algae and extracts of algae have been proved to have prebiotic effects. Seaweeds grow very fast and underwater. This is good from a sustainable point of view since algae do not need fertilizers, freshwater or agricultural land for growth. Brown algae is rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals, and has an especially high content of iodine. READ MORE

3. 2. Evolution of the synovial joints in Osteichthyes : Cells displaying functional similarities to synoviocytes in zebrafish Danio rerio

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

   Author : Sara Gillnäs; [2019]
   Keywords : synovial joints; development; zebrafish; synoviocytes;

   Abstract : Synovial joints enable frictionless movement between the adjacent bones. Lubricating fluid enclosed within the joint reduce the pressure to allow free movement. READ MORE

4. 3. Flow Cytometry Sensor System Targeting Escherichia Coli as an Indicator of Faecal Contamination of Water Sources

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Teknisk biologi; Linköpings universitet/Tekniska högskolan

   Author : Tobias Benselfelt; [2014]
   Keywords : Sensor system; Water quality; Flow cytometry; Faecal contamination; Faecal indicator; Escherichia Coli; Untreated water; Near infrared light; NIR; Antibody; Immunoglobulin; IgY; Alexa Fluor 790; Photomultiplier tube; CMOS; camera.;

   Abstract : Poor water quality is a global health concern affecting one billion people around the world. It is important to monitor water sources in order to maintain the quality of our drinking water and to avoid disease outbreaks. READ MORE

5. 4. Lyophilization of specific IgY antibodies against Pseudomonas Aeruginosa used as therapy for Cystic fibrosis patients

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för kvinnors och barns hälsa

   Author : Camilla Hedqvist; [2013]
   Keywords : Chicken antibodies; bacterial infections; egg yolk; freeze-dried; ELISA;

   Abstract : Pseudomonas Aeruginosa is a common gram-negative bacterium present in the environment. It causes severe infections in immunosuppressed patients. Cystic fibrosis patients are especially at risk of being infected with Pseudomonas Aeruginosa. Ongoing studies are preformed to find alternative therapies to antibiotics, due to increased resistance. READ MORE

6. 5. Infectious bronchitis virus and infectious bursal disease virus : a study performed at Universidad Nacional of Costa Rica

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Microbiology

   Author : Johanna Lindahl; [2004]
   Keywords : Costa Rica; poultry; gumboro; infectious bronchitis virus; IBV; infectious bursal disease virus; IBDV; Universidad Nacional; avian medicine; avian virology;

   Abstract : Infectious Bronchitis and Infectious Bursal Disease, also called Gumboro Disease, are two important poultry diseases, causing serious illness in chickens and major production losses. In Costa Rica, as in many other developing countries, poultry production is an important industry and their products are important parts of every day food supply. READ MORE