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Gut Microbiome and Small RNA Integrative-Omic Perspective of Meconium and Milk-FED Infant Stool Samples

Characterization of bacteriome, virome, and smallRNome in infant meconium and stool samples found that the gut environment changes rapidly after birth with the bacteriome, virome, and small RNA profiles all differing between meconium and milk-fed infant stool, suggesting transkingdom interactions shape early gut colonization.

2023 International Journal of Molecular Sciences 3 citations
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Combined Omics Analysis Further Unveils the Specific Role of Butyrate in Promoting Growth in Early-Weaning Animals

Researchers investigated whether dietary butyrate supplementation could improve intestinal health and growth in early-weaned rabbits using combined transcriptomic and metabolomic analysis. They found that butyrate strengthened the intestinal barrier, improved gut microbial balance by suppressing harmful bacteria, and enhanced metabolic pathways related to inflammation reduction and antioxidant capacity. The study suggests that butyrate supplementation may help alleviate the intestinal disruption commonly caused by early weaning in young animals.

2023 International Journal of Molecular Sciences 17 citations
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Integrative Proteomics and Transcriptomics Profiles of the Oviduct Reveal the Prolificacy-Related Candidate Biomarkers of Goats (Capra hircus) in Estrous Periods

Integrative proteomics and transcriptomics of goat oviducts during estrous periods identified molecular networks regulating gamete storage, fertilization, and early embryonic development in high-prolificacy animals. The findings advance understanding of fecundity regulation at the molecular level in livestock reproductive biology.

2022 International Journal of Molecular Sciences 10 citations
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Socializing Models During Lactation Alter Colonic Mucosal Gene Expression and Fecal Microbiota of Growing Piglets

Researchers investigated how intermittent or continuous social contact with neighboring litters during lactation affects piglet gut health, using RNA sequencing and 16S rRNA microbiome analysis to show that enriched social environments alter colonic mucosal gene expression and fecal microbiota composition in growing piglets.

2022 Frontiers in Microbiology 10 citations
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The Effect of Rumen Microbiota in The Susceptibility of Subacute Ruminal Acidosis in Dairy Cows

Researchers studied how differences in rumen bacteria and fungi affect whether dairy cows develop a metabolic disease caused by high-grain diets. This gut microbiome research is not directly related to microplastics but is relevant to understanding how gut microbial communities influence susceptibility to environmental exposures.

2021 Research Square (Research Square) 3 citations
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Transcriptome Profiling of Developing Testes and Spermatogenesis in the Qianbei Ma Goat

This paper is not relevant to microplastics research — it uses RNA sequencing to profile gene expression changes during testis development and spermatogenesis in Qianbei Ma goats at different stages of maturity.

2023 Preprints.org 1 citations
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Intestinal long non-coding RNAs in response to simulated microgravity stress in Caenorhabditis elegans

Researchers used C. elegans roundworms to study how gut-expressed long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) — segments of genetic material that regulate other genes — respond to simulated weightlessness (microgravity), identifying eight lncRNAs that either protected against or increased susceptibility to microgravity stress. The study provides a framework for understanding how intestinal gene regulation adapts to environmental stress, with broader implications for space biology and stress response research.

2021 Scientific Reports 41 citations
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The Effect of Dietary Supplementation with Zinc Amino Acids on Immunity, Antioxidant Capacity, and Gut Microbiota Composition in Calves

Researchers found that dietary supplementation with zinc amino acids improved immunity, antioxidant capacity, and beneficial gut microbiota composition in calves, with effects varying by zinc concentration in the diet.

2023 Animals 10 citations
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Transcriptome Analysis Reveals the Genes Involved in Bifidobacterium Longum FGSZY16M3 Biofilm Formation

Scientists analyzed gene expression in a beneficial gut bacterium during biofilm formation, identifying key genetic networks involved. This microbiome research is relevant context for understanding how microplastics, which can disrupt gut bacterial communities, may affect the beneficial bacteria that protect digestive health.

2021 Microorganisms 24 citations
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Integrated Analysis of the Transcriptome and Microbial Diversity in the Intestine of Miniature Pig Obesity Model

Researchers fed miniature pigs a high-fat, high-carbohydrate diet for 26 weeks and compared their gut health to pigs on a normal diet. The obesity-prone pigs showed increased inflammation, disrupted blood sugar metabolism, and significant declines in beneficial gut bacteria. The study reveals strong connections between diet-induced gut microbial changes and immune-related gene expression in the intestines.

2024 Microorganisms 8 citations
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Developmental Dynamics of the Gut Virome in Tibetan Pigs at High Altitude: A Metagenomic Perspective across Age Groups

Researchers profiled the gut virome of Tibetan pigs at high altitude using metagenomic sequencing, tracking viral community dynamics across different developmental stages. The study identified novel bacteriophages and found that gut viral diversity changed substantially with age, providing baseline data on virome development in this understudied livestock population.

2024 Viruses 1 citations
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Transcriptomic Analysis Provides Insights into Candidate Genes and Molecular Pathways Involved in Growth of Mytilus coruscus Larvae

This paper is not about microplastics — it uses transcriptomic analysis to identify genes and molecular pathways that control growth and development in the marine mussel Mytilus coruscus, with applications for aquaculture.

2024 International Journal of Molecular Sciences 2 citations
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An Integrated Comprehensive Peptidomics and In Silico Analysis of Bioactive Peptide-Rich Milk Fermented by Three Autochthonous Cocci Strains

Researchers used three bacterial strains isolated from artisanal dairy products to ferment milk and then analyzed the bioactive peptides produced using advanced peptidomics techniques. They identified numerous peptides with potential antioxidant, antimicrobial, and blood-pressure-lowering properties. The study suggests that fermented dairy products made with these specific starter cultures could serve as functional foods with health-supporting benefits.

2024 International Journal of Molecular Sciences 8 citations
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Biodegradation of Polyethylene Terephthalate Microplastic in the Rumen of Cattle

Researchers incubated PET microplastics in cattle rumen fluid and found evidence of microbial colonization and partial polymer degradation by rumen microbiota, suggesting that ruminant digestive systems may harbor plastic-degrading microorganisms with potential bioremediation applications.

2025 Journal of Biological Research - Bollettino della Società Italiana di Biologia Sperimentale
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Comparative Analysis of the Gut Microbiota between Two Horse Species

Researchers compared the gut microbiota of native Mongolian horses and imported Dutch Warmblood horses using genetic sequencing. They found notable differences in bacterial community composition between the two breeds, suggesting that host genetics plays a role in shaping gut microbial populations. The study adds to the growing understanding of how the gut microbiome varies across closely related animal species.

2024 Pakistan Veterinary Journal 8 citations
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Different living environments drive deterministic microbial community assemblages in the gut of Alpine musk deer (Moschus chrysogaster)

Researchers found that captive and wild Alpine musk deer harbor significantly different gut microbial communities, with living environment being a deterministic factor in shaping microbial assembly and diversity in this endangered ruminant.

2023 Frontiers in Microbiology 9 citations
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Exploring the Crucial Role of the Gut Microbiome in Advancing Food Processing Technologies

This review explores the role of gut microbiome composition in food processing and technology development, examining how microbial communities influence fermentation, nutrient bioavailability, and food safety, with implications for probiotic and prebiotic product design.

2025 Food science and nutrition
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Effects of Post-Ruminal Urea Supplementation during the Seasonal Period on Performance and Rumen Microbiome of Rearing Grazing Nellore Cattle

Post-ruminal urea supplementation in grazing Nellore cattle during the dry season did not significantly improve weight gain or feed efficiency compared to conventional urea supplementation. Rumen microbiome composition remained similar across treatments, suggesting the bypass urea approach offers limited advantages under these conditions.

2022 Animals 9 citations
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Transcriptomic Analysis of the Developing Testis and Spermatogenesis in Qianbei Ma Goats

Researchers used RNA sequencing to characterize testicular development and spermatogenesis across three age stages in Qianbei Ma goats, identifying nearly 14,000 differentially expressed genes between immature and sexually mature stages involved in reproduction and ion transport pathways.

2023 Genes 7 citations
Clinical Trial Tier 1

Causal relationship between gut microbiota and gastrointestinal diseases: a mendelian randomization study

This Mendelian randomization study found genetic evidence supporting a causal relationship between specific gut microbiota compositions and gastrointestinal diseases. The findings suggest that microbiome-related interventions, including microbiome-dependent metabolites, could potentially be developed to treat or manage gastrointestinal conditions.

2024 Journal of Translational Medicine 36 citations