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40 articles for “animal adoption”
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A Mobile Application for the Adoption of Animals and Continuous Supervision
Abstract: India's animal population has increased significantly, from 7 million in 2006 to 10 million in 2018. Many people, however, find it difficult to care for pets, especially when they must go away for a few days or are unable to have pets for a variety of reasons. As a result, there have been several cases of pet adoption since some individuals love their pets but are unable to care for …
Published in Journal of Mobile Computing, Communications & Mobile Networks · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–29 Read article
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Antimicrobial Resistance in Veterinary Medicine
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance is a worldwide public health issue that impacts both human and animal populations. The use of antibiotics in veterinary medicine plays a significant role in the development and spread of antimicrobial resistance, contributing to resistant pathogens that impact both animals and humans. Antibiotics are widely utilized in animal husbandry, not only for treating diseases but also for preventing illness and enhancing growth in livestock. While this practice supports …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Farmer’s Eye: A Sustainable Crop-Field Monitoring System
Abstract: This paper outlines the creation and implementation of an Internet of Things (IoT)-driven smart agriculture monitoring system. It aims to tackle major issues in agriculture, such as inefficient irrigation, excessive resource use, and a lack of real-time data. The system focuses on the Arduino Uno, which connects to a variety of sensors: soil moisture for measuring substrate conditions, DHT11 for monitoring ambient temperature and humidity, MQ135 for checking air quality, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Immunology as Applied to Farm Animal Welfare: General Principles and Interventions
Abstract: Animal welfare is a state of animal’s well-being as indicated by scientific evidence and preferably quantifiable read-out of its health, nourishment, behavior and living conditions. Farm animals are reared for food and other purposes in different production systems. Farm animal welfare, particularly in intensive production systems, is an emerging concern of society at large, consumers of farm animal-source food in particular. Changing climate and weather patterns, intensive crop-farming and high-density …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Gene Edited Livestock for Enhanced Feed Efficiency and Metabolic Adaptation Through Precision Genomic Interventions
Abstract: Advances in gene editing technologies have transformed the landscape of livestock production by enabling precise manipulation of genetic material associated with productivity, health, and environmental adaptability. Tools such as CRISPR Cas9 and emerging next generation editors allow targeted modifications that improve feed efficiency, growth performance, nutrient utilization, and stress tolerance in farm animals. This review highlights the genetic basis of feed efficiency and metabolic regulation, focusing on key genes and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Heat Stress Mitigation in Resource-Constrained Dairy Farming Systems: Practical Strategies for Sustainable Development
Abstract: Heat stress poses a critical threat to dairy production, particularly in resource-constrained systems prevalent across tropical and subtropical regions. Elevated ambient temperatures, compounded by high humidity, directly impair feed intake, milk yield, reproductive efficiency, and overall animal welfare. In low-resource settings, conventional cooling technologies such as automated fans, sprinklers, and climate-controlled housing remain economically inaccessible. Therefore, cost-effective, locally adaptable, and sustainable solutions are essential for maintaining productivity and animal health. …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Study of Edible Medicinal Plants Farming Practices Adopted by the Tribes of Bhiwapur Tehsil of Nagpur District, India
Abstract: Biodiversity is the variety of life, the different plants, animals, microorganisms and macro-organisms. The economic benefit from the biodiversity is well known. However aesthetic, ethical, and cultural importance are not identified and recorded. Attention to this aspect is essential. Around 80,000 wild edible medicinal plants are used by the humans; of which 200 are under cultivation. On an average 20–30 species provide all the food required for human beings. It …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Toxicological Evaluation Of Two Nigerian Refinery Effluents Using Natural Biomonitors
Abstract: Abstract The present study aimed to evaluate the toxic effects of two Nigerian refineries’ effluents using natural bio-monitors. Standard physicochemical analysis, toxi-chromo test using mutant E. coli and sub-chronic animal toxicity testing with emphasis on tissue heavy metal accumulation, biochemical parameters and histopathology, were adopted during the study. The physicochemical results revealed that the two effluent samples are highly polluted although PH sample was more polluted than the Warri sample. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Sustainable Livestock Management Practices: Reducing Environmental Impact, Improving Animal Welfare, and Increasing Productivity
Abstract: Sustainable livestock management is essential for addressing the increasing global demand for animal products while reducing environmental impact, safeguarding animal welfare, and sustaining productivity. This review explores sustainable approaches in livestock farming, emphasizing strategies to reduce environmental degradation, enhance animal welfare, and boost productivity. Environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas emissions, nutrient runoff, and water usage, present significant challenges. Sustainable practices such as efficient nutrient management, low-emission breeding, dietary interventions, and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Robotics and Automation in Dairy Farming
Abstract: Robotics and automation have become integral components of modern dairy farming, reshaping traditional practices and revolutionizing the industry. In the context of dairy farming, robotics refers to the use of automated systems and robotic technologies to perform tasks that were traditionally carried out by human labor or conventional machinery. Automation, on the other hand, encompasses a broader spectrum, incorporating technology to control and monitor various processes within the dairy production …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Training Needs Assessment of Dairy Farmers in District Dera Ghazi Khan
Abstract: This study was conducted in district Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab. The district consists of seven Markaz [1]. One union council was selected randomly from each Markaz [1], and two villages from the selected union council and ten farmers from each village were selected with simple random sampling. A pre-tested structured questionnaire data were collected from a sample of 140 dairy farmers about their needs for training in different activities. The …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 32–35 Read article
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Rethinking Consumer Preferences for Broiler Meat: Addressing Public Concerns for Sustainable Development
Abstract: Broiler meat is a crucial component of global protein consumption, yet its acceptance is often hindered by concerns related to health, animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and consumer perception. This study examines the factors influencing consumer preferences for broiler meat and explores strategies to address public concerns while promoting sustainable development. Misinformation regarding antibiotic residues, growth promoters, and broiler welfare has contributed to negative consumer sentiment, leading to a preference for …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Pork: Challenges in Safe Food Production
Abstract: To remain in the market, the food industries are constantly challenged, both to comply with legislation that are more related to hygienic-sanitary issues, and from the point of view of consumer satisfaction that can encompass beyond safety food, also sensory and ethical characteristics. In addition, the growing incidence of DTAs around the world has become an economic and public health problem. Thus, several strategies are adopted, such as the implementation …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Modern Vaccines with DIVA Capability: An Overview
Abstract: DIVA vaccines are designed to achieve twin-goals of the immunological protection of the host and the immunological differentiation of the infected from the vaccinated animals (DIVA) with a companion immunodiagnostic test. The DIVA strategy is used in countries that follow the vaccination path for elimination of an infectious disease and ultimately to achieve the disease-free status for international trade. This strategy has also been advocated for and adopted in the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Optimizing Green Fodder Availability: Strategic Roadmaps for Sustainable Dairy Development in the Tropics
Abstract: The growing demand for dairy products in tropical regions underscores the urgent need to optimize green fodder availability for sustainable dairy farming.The growing demand for dairy products in tropical regions underscores the urgent need to optimize green fodder availability for sustainable dairy farming. Green fodder serves as a vital source of nutrition for dairy cows, directly influencing milk yield, animal health, and overall farm profitability. However, challenges such as limited …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 11–30 Read article
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Assessing the Environmental Pollution Caused by the Disposal of Polythene Bags in Damaturu Local Government Area, Yobe State
Abstract: Polyethylene or polythene bags are manufactured using ethylene, which is a gas generated during the production of coal, oil, and gas as a secondary product. The majority of plastics are non-biodegradable and can persist in the environment for extended periods, lasting hundreds of years. Nigeria is facing a growing issue with plastic waste, with Yobe state alone producing approximately 132,112 tons of plastic waste every year. In an effort to …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 44–56 Read article
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Unveiling Bihar's Atmospheric Crisis: A Synoptic Review of PM 2.5 Dynamics, Source Attribution, and Airshed Vulnerabilities in the Eastern Indo-Gangetic Plain (Bihar)
Abstract: Bihar, situated in the pollution-trapping Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP), faces a severe air pollution crisis characterized by annual PM2.5 concentrations of 80–100 μg m-3 exceeding WHO guidelines (5 μg m-3) and Indian NAAQS (40 μg m-3) by 4–6-fold. This review synthesizes data from CPCB/BSPCB monitoring, MODIS satellite retrievals, and peer-reviewed studies (2000–2025) to assess ambient air quality, sources, health impacts, policies, and research gaps in the state. PM2.5 and PM10 dominate, …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Unlocking The Secrets Of Asbab-E-Sitta Zaruriyya: Unani Medicine's Key To Human Fitness
Abstract: The Unani system of medicine, also known as Graeco-Arabic medicine, draws its roots from the teachings of renowned Greek physician Hippocrates and Roman physician Galen. Over time, it evolved into a comprehensive medical system during the medieval era under the guidance of Arabian and Persian physicians such as Rhazes (al Razi), Avicenna (Ibn-e-Sina), Al-Zahrawi, and Ibn Nafis. Often referred to as the “Father of Unani medicine”, Buqrat (Hippocrates) hailed from …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Women Empowerment in Dairying
Abstract: Women empowerment is denoted by how a woman increases her inner strength as well as builds her capacity to be self-reliant. In India, dairying is a considered to be a female dominated enterprise. Women have been known to play a pivotal role in agricultural field, especially in dairy field. Besides actively taking care of all the household chores, women have always participated in animal husbandry and dairy sectors. But women …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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A Study on accelerating threat of Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs) and imperative for a proactive, interdisciplinary Global Health Security Framework
Abstract: Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs) represent one of the most critical and persistent threats to global health security in the 21st century. Driven primarily by the synergy of unprecedented human encroachment into wild habitats, climate change-induced ecological disruption, accelerated international travel, and antimicrobial resistance, the frequency and severity of zoonotic spillover events are rapidly increasing. Traditional, reactive public health measures—focused on containment after an emergence—have repeatedly proven insufficient, leading to catastrophic …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–21 Read article