SUMMARY: The impact of head removal during cervical dislocation on bird welfare is currently unknown.In this study, broilers (n = 180; 35, 44, and 50 d of age) were assigned either euthanasia by cervical dislocation with a head removal (HR) or cervical dislocation only (CDO) treatment to evaluate their behavioral and reflexive response.The HR treat
It is believed that human Influenza HA glycoprotein attaches to alpha2-6 linked sialic acids TWIRL AROUND (SA) on cells, while avian viruses bind to alpha2-3 linked sialic acids, therewith contributing to host tropism.Here, Liu et al.show that mixing low-affinity alpha2-3 SA with low amounts of high-affinity alpha2-6 SA increases binding and entry
The psychological problem felt by the mother during labor is anxiety.Anxiety is a feeling disorder characterized by feelings of fear and deep concern.Pregnant women who experience labor anxiety have a high risk of labor complications, namely preeclampsia and prolonged labor.This study aims to determine the factors influencing the anxiety level Hand
The variation trends and characteristics of polar mesospheric clouds (PMCs) are important for studying the evolution of atmospheric systems and understanding various atmospheric dynamic processes.Through observation and analysis of PMCs, we can gain a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms driving atmospheric processes, providing a scientifi