The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) of adult mammals is colonized by a complex and dynamic
community of microorganisms. Most protection against potential pathogens occurs via a …

In the search for alternatives to banned in-feed antibiotics, a concept was developed based
on studies with medium-chain fatty acid-containing triacylglycerols (MCTAG) and selected …

The influence of the probiotic bacterium Enterococcus faecium SF68 on the immune system
and the intestinal colonization of pigs were determined in a feeding experiment with sows …

The gastrointestinal tract (GIT) constitutes one of the largest immunological organs of the
body. The GIT must permit absorption of nutrients while also maintaining the ability to …

With gradual ban on the use of antibiotics, the deficiency and excessive use of trace
elements in intestinal health is gaining attention. In mammals, trace elements are essential …

Recent studies have demonstrated that lactobacilli or their cell components can improve
certain immune function in animals. The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of …

Salmonellae are among the most widespread sources of foodborne infections and
Salmonella Typhimurium, in particular, is correlated with human disease caused by the …

Medium‐chain fatty acids (MCFA) and short‐chain organic acids (SOA) are often used as
feed additives in piglet diets. There are limited studies in pigs describing the impact of MCFA …

The present review concentrates on the biological aspects of porcine T lymphocytes. Their
ontogeny, subpopulations, localization and trafficking, and responses to pathogens are …

Intraepithelial lymphocytes (IELs) include T cells and innate lymphoid cells that are
important mediators of intestinal immunity and barrier defense, yet most knowledge of IELs …