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Heat stress is a major constraint to productivity and physiological homeostasis in laying hens. This study investigated integrated responses to acute heat stress using a multi-omics approach, including performance traits, serum biochemical parameters, histology, hepatic …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Rabies is an acute zoonotic infectious disease caused by infection with a virus of the genus Lyssavirus. We report a case of paralytic rabies with a stroke-like onset, which was diagnosed using metagenomics next-generation sequencing …
Read PDFPlant viruses have detrimental effects on commercial tomato cultivation leading to severe economic consequences. Viral metagenomics studies provide the opportunity to examine in depth the virome composition of a sample set without any pre-existing knowledge …
Read PDFAntarctic krill (<i>Euphausia superba</i>) plays crucial roles in the Southern Ocean biological system, yet the ecological functions of their gut microbiota remain poorly understood. The study investigated the composition and diversity of the gut microbiota …
Read PDFIn flatfish aquaculture, labour-intensive tank cleaning represents a major operational challenge, limiting sustainability due to its high labour requirements and associated costs. We tested a new semi-closed recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) protocol for <i>Cynoglossus semilaevis</i> …
Read PDFCat scratch disease (CSD) is a common zoonotic infection caused by <i>Bartonella henselae</i> (<i>B. henselae</i>) and typically presents with fever and regional lymphadenopathy. However, skeletal involvement, including osteomyelitis and arthritis, is rare. We report a …
Read PDFNitrous oxide (N2O) is a potent greenhouse gas, and microorganisms play a crucial role in its metabolism. While N2O cycling among soil microorganisms is well studied, there is a major knowledge gap regarding the distribution …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Civet-digested coffee originates from the feces of civets that consume coffee cherries, where microbial fermentation in the gastrointestinal tract imparts distinctive flavor attributes, thereby enhancing its global reputation and market value. Gut microbiota is considered …
Read PDFRoot exudates shape root-associated microbial communities that differ from those in soil. Notably, specific microorganisms colonize the root surface (rhizoplane) and strongly associate with plants. Although retrieving microbial genomes from soil and root-associated environments remains …
Read PDFViruses are the most abundant biological entities on Earth and play central roles in shaping microbiomes and influencing ecosystem functions. Yet, most viral genes remain uncharacterized, comprising what is commonly referred to as "viral dark …
Read PDFAntarctica's extreme cryospheric conditions impose severe thermodynamic constraints on the natural attenuation of hydrocarbon pollutants. Despite the Antarctic Treaty System's protections, the footprint of human logistics has left persistent reservoirs of petroleum hydrocarbons that threaten …
Read PDFShort-chain fructo-oligosaccharides (scFOS) are prebiotic fiber rapidly fermented in the colon and known to stimulate beneficial bacteria, such as <i>Bifidobacterium</i> spp. and <i>Lactobacillaceae</i>. While their overall effects on the gut microbiota are established, the dose-response …
Read PDFSince the discovery of <i>Mangrovibacter plantisponsor</i> in 2010, research on <i>Mangrovibacters</i> (MGBs) has stagnated. Although laboratories worldwide have isolated various MGB strains and deposited their 16S rDNA sequences in the NCBI database, a limited understanding …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>Methane (CH<sub>4</sub>) is a metabolic by-product of rumen microbial fermentation, contributing significantly to global warming and dietary energy loss. Elucidating the mechanisms underlying natural variation in rumen methanogenesis is essential for the development of effective …
Read PDF<h4>Background</h4>The gut microbiome represents a novel biomarker for melanoma and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI). Gut microbiome metagenomics profiling studies of patients treated with immunotherapy identified bacteria associated …
Read PDFProfiling the taxonomic and functional composition of mycobiome using metagenomic and metatranscriptomic sequencing is advancing our understanding of fungal functions in ecosystems. However, the sensitivity and accuracy of mycobiome classification using genome- or core protein-based …
Read PDFThe emergence of nanopore sequencing technology has the potential to transform metagenomics by offering low-cost, portable, and long-read sequencing capabilities. Furthermore, these platforms enable real-time data generation, which could significantly reduce the time from sample …
Read PDFSeptic arthritis (SA) is a cause of lameness in cattle attributed to bacterial infections. <i>Mycoplasmopsis bovis</i> is the best known and characterized etiological agent of SA; however, cases caused by diverse bacteria have been reported. …
Read PDFThe rising global prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) underscores the importance of environmental factors, particularly environmental endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EEDs), whose mechanistic links to ADHD remain unclear. The gut-brain axis, a key modulator of neurodevelopment, is …
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