Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) causes colibacillosis in avian species, and recent
reports have suggested APEC as a potential foodborne zoonotic pathogen. Herein, we …

Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a gram-negative bacillus and resident of the normal intestinal
microbiota. However, some E. coli strains can cause diseases in humans, other mammals …

Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) strains cause severe respiratory and systemic
diseases, threatening food security and avian welfare worldwide. Intensification of poultry …

The effects of dietary Lactobacillus (BCRC 16092) and inulin on growth performance,
intestinal microflora, mineral utilization, and tissue mineral contents were evaluated in …

Summary Since the European Union enforced the ban on antibiotic growth promoters in
2006, the research has been focused on natural feed additives which would have a proven …

Formate-nitrite transporters (FNTs) facilitate the translocation of monovalent polyatomic
anions, such as formate and nitrite, across biological membranes. FNTs are widely …

Avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) is a subgroup of extra-intestinal pathogenic E.
coli (ExPEC) strains that cause avian colibacillosis, resulting in significant economic losses …

Spatial variations in intestinal skatole production and microbial composition in broilers were
evaluated. Fifteen 42‐day‐old broilers were slaughtered. Samples were taken from the …

The extraintestinal pathogen termed avian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) is known to
cause colibacillosis in chickens. The molecular basis of APEC pathogenesis is not fully …

In the last decade, prophages that possess the ability of lysogenic transformation have
become increasingly significant. Their transfer and subsequent activity in the host have a …