The risk of introduction of swine vesicular disease virus into Kenya via natural sausage casings imported from Italy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2019.104703
Abstract: Pig production in Kenya is hampered by seasonal markets. As an alternative outlet for the finished pigs, several value-added meat-processing firms have been established. Sausage, which is produced using casings derived from intestines of pigs,… read more here.
Keywords: swine vesicular; risk; disease virus; vesicular disease ... See more keywords
Efficient plasmid transfer via natural competence in a microbial co‐culture
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DOI: 10.15252/msb.202211406
Abstract: The molecular and ecological factors shaping horizontal gene transfer (HGT) via natural transformation in microbial communities are largely unknown, which is critical for understanding the emergence of antibiotic‐resistant pathogens. We investigate key factors shaping HGT… read more here.
Keywords: transfer; hgt; plasmid; microbial culture ... See more keywords