Metabolic Alternations During Gestation in Dezhou Donkeys and the Link to the Gut Microbiota
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2022 The maternal intestinal microbial community changes dramatically during pregnancy and plays an important role in animal growth, metabolism, immunity and reproduction.
Yan Li +6 more
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Revealing the Transcriptional and Metabolic Characteristics of Sebocytes Based on the Donkey Cell Transcriptome Atlas [PDF]
Advanced ScienceWorldwide, donkeys (Equus asinus) are valued for their meat and milk, and in China also for the medical value of their skin. Physiological characteristics are key to the donkey's adaptability, including their digestive, respiratory, and reproductive ...
Yu Tian +11 more
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Comprehensive transcriptomic analysis unveils the interplay of mRNA and LncRNA expression in shaping collagen organization and skin development in Dezhou donkeys [PDF]
Frontiers in GeneticsThe primary focus of donkey hide gelatin processing lies in the dermal layer of donkey hide due to its abundant collagen content. However, the molecular mechanism involved in collagen organization and skin development in donkey skin tissue across various
Xinrui Wang +9 more
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Genome-wide analyses based on a novel donkey 40K liquid chip reveal the gene responsible for coat color diversity in Chinese Dezhou donkey. [PDF]
Animal Genetics, 2023 Dezhou donkey is one of the representative local breeds in China, which is mainly divided into two strains: Sanfen and Wutou. There are obvious differences in coat color between the two strains.
Shuqin Liu +9 more
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Spatial variations in the microbiota: comparative analysis of microbial composition and predicted functions across different intestinal segments and feces in donkeys [PDF]
Frontiers in MicrobiologyDonkeys, as single-stomach herbivores, have a complex and diverse microbial community in their digestive tracts. The intestinal bacterial community is crucial for maintaining intestinal homeostasis, as well as the host’s overall nutrition and health ...
Yanwei Wang +21 more
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Comparative analysis of composition and spatial variations in the foregut microbiota of male and female donkeys [PDF]
Frontiers in MicrobiologyDonkeys, as significant herbivorous mammals, also serve as valuable companion animals. Research on gut microbiota has underscored the essential role of microorganisms in maintaining gut health, supporting nutrient metabolism, and regulating immune ...
Yanwei Wang +26 more
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Animal Biotechnology, 2022 Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) play a critical role in the development of muscles. However, the role of lncRNAs in regulating skeletal muscle development has not been studied systematically in the donkey.
Jie Yu +9 more
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Lipid profile analysis of donkey milk during the lactation [PDF]
Frontiers in NutritionIntroductionFrom ancient times, donkey milk (DM) has attracted much attention due to its particular properties. Donkey milk is characterized by a high level of lactose and low levels of protein and fat.
Xinyi Du +3 more
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Corrigendum: Metabolic changes before and after weaning in Dezhou donkey foals in relation to gut microbiota [PDF]
Frontiers in MicrobiologyQiwen Yang +14 more
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Morphometric and Histological Characterization of Chestnuts in Dezhou Donkeys and Associations with Phenotypic Traits. [PDF]
Vet SciBackground: Chestnuts are keratinized skin structures found on equine limbs, but their characteristics in donkeys remain poorly understood. This study aimed to characterize chestnut morphology and histology in Dezhou donkeys and examine correlations with phenotypic traits.
Chen W +8 more
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