Molecular characterization and expression of TGFβRI and TGFβRII and its association with litter size in Tibetan sheep
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DOI: 10.1002/vms3.1013
Abstract: Abstract Backgrounds Transforming growth factor‐β (TGF‐β) type I receptor (TGFβRI) and type II receptor (TGFβRII) are the members of the TGFβ superfamily, which are potent regulators of cell proliferation and differentiation in many organ systems,… read more here.
Keywords: tgf rii; litter size; tgf tgf; tibetan sheep ... See more keywords
Identification of sequence variation in the oocyte-derived bone morphogenetic protein 15 (BMP15) gene (BMP15) associated with litter size in New Zealand sheep (Ovis aries) breeds.
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DOI: 10.1007/s11033-021-06627-z
Abstract: Advances in the study of reproductive traits indicate that functional variation in fertility genes may be useful for improving sheep fertility. The aim of this study was to search for variation in the bone morphogenetic… read more here.
Keywords: bmp15; variation; litter size; sheep ... See more keywords
Use of a portable ultrasound machine to determine pregnancy and uterine litter size for wild Gunnison’s prairie dogs (Cynomys gunnisoni)
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DOI: 10.1007/s13364-020-00530-x
Abstract: Accurate estimates of population dynamics play a major role in formulating conservation strategies for Gunnison’s prairie dogs (Cynomys gunnisoni) and other keystone species. Over 5 years (2014–2018) at Valles Caldera National Preserve in NM, USA,… read more here.
Keywords: gunnison prairie; litter size; uterine litter; size ... See more keywords
Effect of litter size, milk replacer and housing on behaviour and welfare related to sibling competition in litters from hyper-prolific sows
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applanim.2020.105032
Abstract: Abstract Litter sizes where piglets are supernumerary to teats leads to the practice of fostering to nurse sows or to artificial rearing systems, which is associated with compromised welfare. An alternative strategy is to leave… read more here.
Keywords: milk; housing; milk replacer; litter size ... See more keywords
Goat CTNNB1: mRNA expression profile of alternative splicing in testis and association analysis with litter size.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2018.08.061
Abstract: Catenin beta 1 (CTNNB1, also known as β-catenin), is a key gene involved in wnt-β-catenin signaling pathway and plays a significant role in animal reproduction. The aim of this study was to explore the expression… read more here.
Keywords: testis; litter size; expression; association analysis ... See more keywords
Copy-number variation in goat genome sequence: A comparative analysis of the different litter size trait groups.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2019.02.027
Abstract: Copy number variation (CNV), as an important component of genomic structural variation (SV), plays essential roles in phenotypic variability, disease susceptibility and species evolution. To investigate whether critical CNVs exist in dairy goats with differing… read more here.
Keywords: litter size; copy number; variation; number variation ... See more keywords
Estimates of genetic parameters and heterosis for birth weight, one-month weight and litter size at birth in five goat breeds
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DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2019.02.018
Abstract: Abstract Records of birth weight, one-month old weight and litter size at birth, from 19,887 kids were collected from 1979 to 2000 at the National Goat Centre of Tlahualilo, located in northern Mexico. Local goats… read more here.
Keywords: birth weight; birth; litter size; one month ... See more keywords
Insights into genetic variants within sheep IGF2BP1 and their association with litter size
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DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2021.106350
Abstract: Abstract Insulin-like growth factor 2 mRNA-binding protein 1 (IGF2BP1) plays a crucial role in cellular growth, proliferation, and embryonic development by regulating mRNA stability. IGF2BP1 has been recently found to be located on a new… read more here.
Keywords: association; litter size; indel; igf2bp1 ... See more keywords
Factors influencing litter size and puppy losses in the Entlebucher Mountain dog.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2017.03.004
Abstract: A good reproductive performance is a central element of animal breeding. The breeders of Entlebucher Mountain dogs observed a decrease of the mean litter size and an increase of the number of unsuccessful matings in… read more here.
Keywords: puppy losses; litter; birth; litter size ... See more keywords
Identifying risk factors for canine dystocia and stillbirths.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2019.02.009
Abstract: Canine dystocia is a common problem that increases the risk of mortality to the dam and stillbirths for the pups. Understanding the risk factors for dystocia and stillbirth can help guide decision making to improve… read more here.
Keywords: risk; risk factors; litter size; dystocia ... See more keywords
Meta-analysis of genome-wide association studies for litter size in sheep.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2021.12.025
Abstract: Litter size and ovulation rate are important reproduction traits in sheep and have important impacts on the profitability of farm animals. To investigate the genetic architecture of litter size, we report the first meta-analysis of… read more here.
Keywords: size; analysis genome; cell; litter size ... See more keywords