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Early microbial intervention reshapes phenotypes of newborn Bos taurus through metabolic regulations.
GigaScience - 2 Jan 2024
Shen Yizhao, Li Yan, Wu Tingting, Dong Quanbin, Deng Qiufeng, Liu Lu, Guo Yanfei, Cao Yufeng, Li Qiufeng, Shi Jing, Zou Huayiyang, Jiao Yuwen, Ding Luoyang, Li Jianguo, Gao Yanxia, Hu Shixian, Wang Yifeng, Chen Lianmin
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The rumen of neonatal calves has limited functionality, and establishing intestinal microbiota may play a crucial role in their health and performance. Thus, we aim to explore the temporal colonization of the gut microbiome and the benefits of early microbial transplantation (MT) in newborn calves. RESULTS: We followed 36 newborn calves for 2 months and found that the composition and ecological...
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