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Specific regulation of muscle protein metabolism in broilers by dietary fermented cottonseed meal

Frontiers in Veterinary Science
This study aimed to investigate the regulatory effects of replacing soybean meal with varying proportions of fermented cottonseed meal in the diet on protein metabolism in the pectoral and leg muscles of white-feather broilers. The experiment was divided
Lianqing Wei, Yun Xu, Ruoyu Zhang, Boda Wang, Shuaijiang Guo, Yuxia Wang, Minghong Huang, Li Zhang, Wenxia Ge   +8 more
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Hox Genes Regulate Muscle Founder Cell Pattern Autonomously and Regulate Morphogenesis Through Motor Neurons [PDF]

, 2010
The differentiation of myoblasts to form functional muscle fibers is a consequence of interactions between the mesoderm and ectoderm. The authors examine the role of segment identity in directing these interactions by studying the role of Hox genes in ...
Dutta, Devkanya, Lewis, Edward. B., Rodrigues, Veronica, Umashankar, M., VijayRaghavan, K.   +4 more
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Multi‐Material Additive Manufacturing of Soft Robotic Systems: A Comprehensive Review

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This review explores the transformative role of multi‐material additive manufacturing (MMAM) in the development of soft robotic systems. It presents current techniques, materials, and design strategies that enable functionally graded and adaptive structures.
Ritik Raj, Quan‐Chen Song, Jia‐Yang Juang   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Use of MMG signals for the control of powered orthotic devices: Development of a rectus femoris measurement protocol [PDF]

, 2009
Copyright © 2009 Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society (RESNA). This is an Author's Accepted Manuscript of an article published in Assistive Technology, 21(1), 1 - 12, 2009, copyright Taylor & Francis, available online at: http ...
Barry D. T., Childress D. S., Elwell C. E., Ferris D. P., Giacomin J., Kampas P. H., Kendall F. P., Mathworks, McConnell K. G., Orizio C., Rao S. S., Raparelli T., Raparelli T., Redford J. B., Reilly P., Ross S. M., Smith D. B., Yoshitake Y.   +17 more
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In Situ Photopolymerization of Smectic B Liquid‐Crystalline Electrolytes from Mesogenic Phosphate–Diacrylate/Ionic Liquid Complexes for High‐Performance Soft Ionic Actuators

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
A flexible liquid‐crystalline electrolyte membrane via in situ photopolymerization of a phosphate‐functionalized mesogen, ionic liquid, and diacrylate monomer is developed. The resulting smectic B (SmB)‐phase structure enables 2D ion transport with high conductivity (10−4 S cm−1).
Chengyang Liu, Masafumi Yoshio
wiley   +1 more source

3D Printing of Soft Robotic Systems: Advances in Fabrication Strategies and Future Trends

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Collectively, this review systematically examines 3D‐printed soft robotics, encompassing material selections, function integration, and manufacturing methodologies. Meanwhile, fabrication strategies are analyzed in order of increasing complexity, highlighting persistent challenges with proposed solutions.
Changjiang Liu, Bin Cui, Xumin Huang, Xiaoyu (Rayne) Zheng, T. Thang Vo‐Doan, Ruirui Qiao   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development of myofibers and muscle transcriptomic analysis in growing Yili geese

Poultry Science
: In poultries, muscle growth is a quantitative trait controlled by multiple genes. The regulatory mechanisms governing muscle tissue growth and development in poultry, particularly during the early stages of growth, are intricate.
Xiaoyu Zhao, Yan Cao, Haiying Li, Yingping Wu, YingYing Yao, Ling Wang, Jiahui Li, Yang Yao   +7 more
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A Review on Sensor Technologies, Control Approaches, and Emerging Challenges in Soft Robotics

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
This review provides an introspective of sensors and controllers in soft robotics. Initially describing the current sensing methods, then moving on to the control methods utilized, and finally ending with challenges and future directions in soft robotics focusing on the material innovations, sensor fusion, and embedded intelligence for sensors and ...
Ean Lovett, Maxwell Hammond, Niloufar Seyfi, Amirreza Fahim Golestaneh, Venanzio Cichella, Caterina Lamuta   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of probiotics and sex on physicochemical, sensory and microstructural characteristics of broiler chicken meat

Italian Journal of Animal Science, 2019
The aim of the study was to determine the effects of probiotic preparations Pro-Biotyk Em-15 and EMFarma™ and sex on proximate chemical composition, physicochemical properties of breast and leg muscles, sensory properties (including texture) and ...
Kamil Stęczny, Dariusz Kokoszynski
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Soft Actuators Integrated with Control and Power Units: Approaching Wireless Autonomous Soft Robots

Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.
Soft robots exhibit significant development potential in various applications. However, there are still key technical challenges regarding material improvement, structure design and components integration. This review focuses on the development and challenge of soft actuators, power components, and control components in untethered intelligent soft ...
Renwu Shi, Feifei Pan, Xiaobin Ji
wiley   +1 more source