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Book Synopsis Biology of the Domestic Pig by : Wilson G. Pond
Download or read book Biology of the Domestic Pig written by Wilson G. Pond and published by Comstock Publishing Associates. This book was released on 2001 with total page 768 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An invaluable resource for animal scientists, veterinarians, and biomedical researchers, this book shows that in the past twenty years, the knowledge base about the physiology and biology of the pig has grown phenomenally. This is because of the animal's rapid rise in popularity as a model subject in biomedical research and the ongoing research concerning its use worldwide as a food source. The Biology of the Domestic Pig offers an integrated description of the full scope of current knowledge. The editors have included chapters on the expanding fields of immunology, endocrinology, and genetics. Growth, digestion, nutrition, respiration, excretion, and reproduction are extensively treated. The final chapter covers the emerging applications of transgenics, metabolite replacement therapy, and xenotransplantation (the use of animal tissues in humans).
Book Synopsis The Biology of the Pig by : Wilson G. Pond
Download or read book The Biology of the Pig written by Wilson G. Pond and published by Comstock Publishing. This book was released on 1978 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The pig as a model in biomedical research; Behavior; Prenatal development; Postnatal development; Reproductive Physiology; Lactation and the mamary gland; Anesthesia, blood sampling, and surgery; Body fluids, hematology and immunology; Nutriton; Husbandry, handling, and restraint.
Book Synopsis Tracing the Domestic Pig by : Goran Kušec
Download or read book Tracing the Domestic Pig written by Goran Kušec and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-07-10 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The appearance of the domestic pig today is shaped mainly by the economic expectations of us, humans. Today’s pig has superior reproductive, fattening, and carcass traits compared to its ancient ancestors. This could not be achieved without the highly effective support of scientific research aimed at revealing the genetic basis underlying the important economic traits of pigs and the involvement of novel technologies in phenotyping these animals, both in vivo and post-mortem. Yet the research is spreading beyond the biological issues connected to the production of pigs and their products. The latest developments in computer science and informatics technology enable us to collect and store information from all stages in the production of food, leading back to its origin. Questions about the breed, the way the pigs were raised, how were they managed, and how they were processed into a wide palette of products can be answered by the use of methodologies developed by data scientists and those from the fields of different “omics.” All this information can be passed along the chain to consumers in a repeatable manner. The producers can use these data to manage such complex issues as meat or product quality. And this closes the circle. Tracing the domestic pig is an attempt to present the current knowledge about this valuable animal—its origin, composition, and the food that it gives us—and to predict or foresee what can happen to this species in the time to come.
Book Synopsis The Genetics of the Pig by : Max Frederick Rothschild
Download or read book The Genetics of the Pig written by Max Frederick Rothschild and published by CABI. This book was released on 2011 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The understanding of pig genetics and genomics has advanced significantly in recent years, creating fresh insights into biological processes. This comprehensive reference work discusses pig genetics and its integration with livestock management and production technology to improve performance. Fully updated throughout to reflect advances in the subject, this new edition also includes new information on genetic aspects of domestication, colour variation, genomics and pig breeds, with contributions from international experts active in the field.
Book Synopsis Biology of Domestic Animals by : Colin G. Scanes
Download or read book Biology of Domestic Animals written by Colin G. Scanes and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is increasing interest in the biology of domestic animals ranging from genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, nutritional physiology, and systems biology. This book touches on all of these, with a particular focus on topics such as domestic animals as comparative models to humans, molecular regulation of growth, metabolic efficiency, reproduction, and the impact of stress on growth and development. The book concludes with a discussion on the current and future directions for researchers.
Author :Jeremy N. Marchant-Forde Publisher :Springer Science & Business Media ISBN 13 :1402089090 Total Pages :357 pages Book Rating :4.4/5 (2 download)
Book Synopsis The Welfare of Pigs by : Jeremy N. Marchant-Forde
Download or read book The Welfare of Pigs written by Jeremy N. Marchant-Forde and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-11-26 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The domestic pig is perceived as an animal with intelligence and character and yet, in the industrialized world, the majority of people have had little or no contact with them. Pigs are subject to a wide range of environments from the tropics to the sub-arctic, ranging from small-scale, extensive systems to large-scale intensive systems. They may spend their whole life on one farm or may be subject to long-distance transport multiple times. Not surprisingly, many aspects of their life experiences can impact their welfare. This book brings together a team of leading pig welfare research scientists to review the natural history of the pig, the welfare of pigs at different stages of life and to indicate what the future holds in terms of pig welfare. The text is aimed at researchers and teachers working in veterinary and animal science together with those working in the pig industry and for governmental and non-governmental animal welfare organizations.
Book Synopsis The Behaviour of Domestic Animals by : Elsayed Saad Eldin Hafez
Download or read book The Behaviour of Domestic Animals written by Elsayed Saad Eldin Hafez and published by Bailliere Tindall Limited. This book was released on 1975 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Invasive Wild Pigs in North America by : Kurt C. VerCauteren
Download or read book Invasive Wild Pigs in North America written by Kurt C. VerCauteren and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-12-12 with total page 471 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout North America, non-native wild pigs have become an ecologically and economically destructive invasive species. Though they are regarded as a popular game species by some, provide economic benefits to others, and are even engrained into societal heritage in some areas, wild pigs are responsible for an extraordinary amount of damage in both natural and anthropogenic systems throughout North America. As the density and range of wild pig habitat have substantially increased over the last several decades, the magnitude and diversity of their negative impacts are not yet fully realized or quantified. With various conflicts continually emerging, wild pig management is difficult and expensive to achieve. As a result, wild pigs represent one of the greatest wildlife management challenges North America faces in the 21st century. Invasive Wild Pigs in North America: Ecology, Impacts, and Management addresses all aspects of wild pig biology, ecology, damage, and management in a single comprehensive volume. It assimilates and organizes information on the most destructive introduced vertebrate species in the United States, establishing a foundation from which managers, researchers, policy makers, and other stakeholders can build upon into the future. The book provides comprehensive coverage of wild pig biology and ecology, techniques for management and research, and regional chapters. It is an asset to readers interested in wild pigs, the resources they impact, and how to mitigate those impacts, and establishes a vision of the future of wild pigs in North America. Features: Compiles valuable knowledge for a broad audience including wild pig managers, researchers, adversaries, and enthusiasts from across North America Addresses taxonomy, morphology, genetics, physiology, spatial ecology, population dynamics, diseases and parasites, and the naturalized niche of wild pigs Includes chapters on damage to resources, management, research methods, human dimensions and education, and policy and legislation Contains full color images and case studies of interesting and informative situations being created by wild pigs throughout North America Includes a chapter on wild pigs at the wildland–urban interface, a more recent and especially challenging issue
Download or read book The Pig written by Richard Lutwyche and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, richly illustrated introduction to the fascinating natural history of the pig, from prehistory to the present At any given time, there are around one billion pigs in the world; that's one for every seven of us. And where would we be without them? Prolific, ubiquitous, smart, adaptable, and providers of high-quality protein, pigs have been our companions since neolithic times, when they obligingly domesticated themselves, coming in from the wild to root around our waste pits. But it's not all about the bacon; today, bred in micro sizes, the resourceful pig has developed a whole new career as a popular pet. And thanks to genome mapping, we now know that the pig shares many common physiological features with humans, spurring the use of pig tissue and organs in medical research and surgery. Beautifully designed and illustrated, The Pig provides a snout-to-tail natural history of this important species, from the prehistoric "hell pig" to today's placid porker, covering the pig's evolution and domestication, anatomy and biology, behavior, role in human life and culture, and breeds. The book also features an engrossing and visually stunning photographic gallery of some thirty popular breeds from around the world, with essential information about each. Filled with surprising facts and insights, The Pig will delight anyone who loves these animals and wants to understand them better. Provides a comprehensive, richly illustrated introduction to the pig's evolution and domestication, anatomy and biology, behavior, role in human life and culture, and breeds Features infographics, diagrams, and 250 stunning color photographs Includes a beautiful photographic directory to some 30 popular breeds from around the world, with essential information about each
Book Synopsis The Biology of the Guinea Pig by : Joseph E. Wagner
Download or read book The Biology of the Guinea Pig written by Joseph E. Wagner and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2014-04-25 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approx.317 pages
Book Synopsis History of Domestic Mammals in Central and Eastern Europe by : Sándor Bökönyi
Download or read book History of Domestic Mammals in Central and Eastern Europe written by Sándor Bökönyi and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 608 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Ecology, Conservation and Management of Wild Pigs and Peccaries by : Mario Melletti
Download or read book Ecology, Conservation and Management of Wild Pigs and Peccaries written by Mario Melletti and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-11-23 with total page 1417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wild pigs inhabit vast areas in Europe, Southern Asia and Africa, and have been introduced in North and South America, while feral pigs are widespread in Australia and New Zealand. Many wild pig species are threatened with extinction, but Eurasian wild boar populations, however, are increasing in many regions. Covering all wild pig and peccary species, the Suidae and Tayassuidae families, this comprehensive review presents new information about the evolution, taxonomy and domestication of wild pigs and peccaries alongside novel case studies on conservation activities and management. One hundred leading experts from twenty five countries synthesise understanding of this group of species; discussing current research, and gaps in the knowledge of researchers, conservation biologists, zoologists, wildlife managers and students. This beautifully illustrated reference includes the long history of interactions between wild pigs and humans, the benefits some species have brought us and their role and impact on natural ecosystems.
Book Synopsis Wild Pigs in the United States by : John J. Mayer
Download or read book Wild Pigs in the United States written by John J. Mayer and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2008-03-01 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With an estimated population of at least 500,000 distributed across nineteen states, the wild-living pig (Sus scrofa) is the most abundant free-ranging introduced ungulate in the United States. Until now, however, little has been known about the wild pig on a national scale, despite its abundance and significance as both a pest and a game animal. Whereas previous studies have been regional in scope, Wild Pigs in the United States is the most comprehensive work available on wild pig history, current status, comparative morphology, and other subjects important to the species' management and control. The information in this volume relates to the country's three prevalent wild pig types: the introduced Eurasian wild boar, the feral (once domestic, now wild) hog, and hybrids of the two. The first section of the book presents a history of wild pigs in this country-their origins; when, where, and by whom they were first introduced; and their subsequent dispersal. John J. Mayer and I. Lehr Brisbin, Jr. then develop specific criteria, based on taxonomic principles, for differentiating between the wild pig types. Employing numerous illustrations, graphs, and tables, they analyze and compare morphometric and discrete characters of the skull, external body dimensions and proportions, coat colorations patterns, and hair structure and form. A report on the status of wild pig populations in the United States (as of 1991) completes the volume. To profile the present ranges, habitats, and morphotypic makeups of wild pigs, the authors conducted two national surveys--in 1981 and 1988--among private individuals and federal and state personnel. Their report is also based on other recent wild pig studies and additional information from survey respondents. The book's reference section is particularly valuable, for its lists all sources consulted as well as the names and addresses of authorities the authors interviewed or with whom they corresponded. Aided by the book's wealth of current data, biologists and wildlife managers can make informed decisions about such issues as state versus private ownership of wild pig populations and the status of wild pigs as pests or game animals. In addition, hunters and sportsmen, zoologists, and even specialized historians and archaeologists will find Wild Pigs in the United States useful and informative.
Book Synopsis Pigs and Humans by : Umberto Albarella
Download or read book Pigs and Humans written by Umberto Albarella and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2007-12-06 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pigs are one of the most iconic but also paradoxical animals ever to have developed a relationship with humans. This relationship has been a long and varied one: from noble wild beast of the forest to mass produced farmyard animal; from a symbol of status and plenty to a widespread religious food taboo; from revered religious totem to a parodied symbol of filth and debauchery. Pigs and Humans brings together some of the key scholars whose research is highlighting the role wild and domestic pigs have played in human societies around the world over the last 10,000 years. The 22 contributors cover a broad and diverse range of temporal, geographical, and topical themes, grounded within the disciplines of archaeology, zoology, anthropology, and biology, as well as art history and history. They explore such areas as evolution and taxonomy, domestication and husbandry, ethnography, and ritual and art, and present some of the latest theories and methodological techniques. The volume as a whole is generously illustrated and will enhance our understanding of many of the issues regarding our complex and ever changing relationship with the pig.
Book Synopsis Biology of Domestic Animals by : Colin G. Scanes
Download or read book Biology of Domestic Animals written by Colin G. Scanes and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cover -- Half ttile -- Title -- Copyright -- Preface -- Contents -- Introduction -- Section A Domestic Animals asComparative Models to Humans -- Chapter 1 Equine Exercise Physiology: A Historical Perspective -- Chapter 2 The Pig Model for the Study of Obesity and Associated Metabolic Diseases -- Chapter 3 Growth Hormone and the Chick Eye -- Chapter 4 Porosome Enables the Establishment of Fusion Pore at its base and the Consequent Kiss-and-Run Mechanism of Secretion from Cells -- Section B Molecular Regulation ofGrowth/Metabolic Efficiency -- Chapter 5 Epigenetics and Developmental Programming in Ruminants Long-Term Impacts on Growth and Development -- Chapter 6 Molecular Physiology of Feed Efficiency in Beef Cattle -- Chapter 7 Hormonal Control of Energy Substrate Utilization and Energy Metabolism in Domestic Animals -- Section C Reproduction -- Chapter 8 Reproduction in Poultry An Overview -- Section D Animal Stress and Welfare -- Chapter 9 Effects of Stress on Growth and Development From Domestication to Factory Farming -- Chapter 10 Biology of Stress in Livestock and Poultry -- Section E Future Directions -- Chapter 11 Nutrient Transporter Gene Expression in Poultry, Livestock and Fish -- Chapter 12 Novel Peptides in Poultry A Case Study of the Expanding Glucagon Peptide Superfamily in Chickens (Gallus gallus) -- Index
Book Synopsis Forensic Ecogenomics by : T. Komang Ralebitso-Senior
Download or read book Forensic Ecogenomics written by T. Komang Ralebitso-Senior and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-02-10 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forensic Ecogenomics: The Application of Microbial Ecology Analyses in Forensic Contexts provides intelligence on important topics, including environmental sample provenance, how to indicate the body decomposition timeline to support postmortem interval (PMI) and postmortem submersion interval (PMSI) estimates, and how to enhance identification of clandestine and transit grave locations. A diverse group of international experts have come together to present a clear perspective of forensic ecogenomics that encapsulates cutting-edge, topical and relevant cross-disciplinary approaches vital to the field. Considers the effects of decomposition on bacterial, fungal and mesofaunal populations in pristine ecosystems Examines the role of the microbiome, necrobiome and thanatomicrobiome in postmortem interval estimations Focuses on the application of different analytical techniques across forensics to enhance/expand the crime scene investigation toolkit Written by a wide range of international experts in their respective fields
Book Synopsis Pigs and Humans by : Umberto Albarella
Download or read book Pigs and Humans written by Umberto Albarella and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2007-12-06 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of essays focusing upon the role wild and domestic pigs have played in human societies around the world over the last 10,000 years. The 22 contributors cover a broad and diverse range of themes, grounded within the disciplines of archaeology, zoology, anthropology, and biology, as well as art history and history.
