Instant Insights: Developing immunity in pigs (Burleigh Dodds Science: Instant Insights, 58)

Devriendt, Prof Bert; Bailey, Prof. Mick; Porter, Emily; Francis, Ore; Almond, Professor Glen; Hough, Sara D.; Bosi, Dr P.; Luise, Dr D.; Trevisi, Dr P.

ISBN 10: 180146412X / ISBN 13: 9781801464123

Published by Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing, 2022

In. Seller Inventory # ria9781801464123_new

Synopsis:

This collection features four peer-reviewed literature reviews on developing immunity in pigs. The first chapter provides an overview of the latest research in gut function and immunity in pigs, as well as the role of the gut microbiota in shaping intestinal immune responses. The chapter also reviews recent advances in the development of novel tools to investigate the function of the pig gut. The second chapter describes the enteric and mucosal immune systems of pigs and presents evidence from experimental studies of the links between the immune system and microbiota. It examines the microbiome and metabolism of pigs and highlights its importance in the development of pig immune systems. The third chapter reviews advances in nutritional strategies to boost immune function in pigs, including the use of lipopolysaccharide to stimulate the immune system. The chapter considers the need to reduce the use of antimicrobials in swine diets and reviews the effect of dietary supplementation during key stages of a pig’s life to enhance immunity. The final chapter assesses methods of improving gut function in pigs to optimise health, prevent pathogen colonization and optimise immunity. The chapter discusses research on genes associated with pathogen resistance and porcine immune response and reviews the role of dietary and nutritional strategies in preventing intestinal pathogen colonisation.

About the Author:

Dr Mick Bailey is Professor of Comparative Immunology at the University of Bristol’s world-famous Veterinary School. Professor Bailey has an international reputation for his research on the development of the mucosal immune system in pigs.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Instant Insights: Developing immunity in ...
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Publication Date: 2022
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New