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Showing 1 to 14 of 14 for “"Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology"”.
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Reagents and Tools to Identify Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease Virus-2
… of vaccines produced by an industrial partner, and development of tools to identify EHDV. EHDV is an Orbivirus, which also includes Bluetongue Virus and African Horse Sickness, which are all transmitted through arthropod vectors. EHDV causes significant morbidity and mortality in white-tailed …
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Characterization of Shiga-toxin Producing Escherichia coli Infections and Cryptosporidiosis in South Dakota with Respect to Animal Exposures, 2012
… strains of <em>Escherichia coli</em> (STEC) and <em>Cryptosporidium</em> spp. are significant causes of illness in humans. Incidence rates of these illnesses are higher in South Dakota than in the United States as a whole. Transmission of these agents to people through direct contact with …
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Using Genetic and Pathogeneses Studies to Develop Antiviral and BVDV Vaccine Targets
<p>Understanding bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) interaction with the host may help explain the ability of the virus to cause multiple forms of disease ranging from subclinical symptoms to severe disease and even death. BVDV cytopathogenicity and onset of mucosal disease within one herd of PI …
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Influenza Viral Protein Interaction Detecting Methods Development and A.M1-host Interplay Network Investigation
… RNA-dependent RNA polymerases of influenza A and B are trimetric complexes (PA, PB1, and PB2 subunits), and are crucial for both transcription and replication of the viral genome. While there are extensive data on the structure and function of influenza A polymerase, the influenza B polymerase …
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Molecular Diagnosis and Anthelmintic Control of Trichostrongyle and Toxicara nematodes in Bison bison Herds from the U.S.A. Central Great Plains
… of parasitic diseases such as trichostrongylosis and toxocariasis into and within their herds. These diseases can reduce animal production and cause occasional death. There have been no surveys to identify gastrointestinal nematodes common to bison herds. This study determined the prevalence and …
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Development and Characterization of A Recombinant Orf Virus Vector Expressing the Spike Protein of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus
… orf or cutaneous pustular dermatitis in sheep and goats. ORFV is a ubiquitous virus capable of re-infecting its hosts multiple times over time. ORFV causes a non-systemic, self-limiting disease which is usually restricted to the skin surrounding the virus entry sites. ORFV has evolved several …
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Senecavirus A: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis and Infection Dynamics
… A (SVA) is a positive sense single-stranded virus that belongs to the genus <em>Senecavirus</em> within the family <em>Picornaviridae</em>. Senecavirus has been present in US swine population since 1988. However, there have been only a few reports of SVA associated with disease in last …
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Intranasal Immunization of Pigs with Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome Virus like Particles Plus 2’, 3’ –cGamp Vaccigrade™ Adjuvant Exacerbates Viremia After Virus Challenge
<p>Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) is an economically devastating virus that causes a persistent infection and spreads quickly. The virus causes abortions in sows and respiratory diseases in young piglets. Current PRRSV vaccines appear to provide limited …
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Surveillance of Emerging Livestock Viruses
<p>Accurate and rapid diagnostic tests are essential for the management and control of emerging infectious diseases. Therefore, the overall goals of studies presented in this dissertation were to provide improved diagnostic and surveillance capabilities for several emerging viral diseases impacting …
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Recombinant Protein Production in Bacillus Species, Isolation and Methionine Production in Methionine-producing Microorganisms
… appear to be capable of lowering cancer risk and enhancing immunity. There is an interest in developing commercial processes for the production of single isomers of CLA by biotransformation of LA using microbial cells and enzymes. However, the evaluation of these strains suggest that growth …
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The Indirect Effect of BVDV on Immune Suppression: The Role of Infected Macrophages in Lymphocyte Apoptosis
… pathogen of cattle that affects both the dairy and beef industry causing severe economic losses. The main problem of BVDV is the immune suppression that is associated with lymphoid depletion shortly post infection. The mechanism of this immune suppression is not well understood. In this in vitro …
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Characterization of the Swine Gut Microbiome Dynamics, Culturomics and Probiotics
… protective functions. It exerts both physical and biochemical defenses against invading foodborne pathogens and other hazards. In pigs, the gut microbiota community assembled postnatal plays a very important role in the development of multiple physiologic aspects, such as development of the …
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Understanding the Effect of BVDV on Innate Immune Response of Neutrophils
… virus (BVDV) is one of the highly prevalent and economically important diseases of cattle industry worldwide. The two major consequences of this disease are persistent infection and immunosuppression. Several studies have been done to determine the underline mechanisms of BVDV-induced …
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Evaluation and Selection of a Bacillus based Direct-Fed Microbial Candidate for In situ Enzyme Production to Improve Gut Health Integrity, Bone Quality and Growth Performance in Poultry
… the distribution of corn utilization from human and animal consumption to biofuel production, leading to a continuous rise in feed costs of livestock diets. Therefore, alternative feed ingredients such as distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS), as well as cereals like wheat, barley, and …