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DNA barcoding-assisted confirmation of the botanical identity of Woody Pepper (Piper pendulispicum C. DC., Piperaceae): an addition to the Indian Flora
Woody pepper is a perennial liana of the botanical family Piperaceae distributed in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal. This species is unique as its stem segments are used as a spice. Howeve...
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Leptospiral imelysin (LIC_10713) is secretory, immunogenic and binds to laminin, fibronectin, and collagen IV
Leptospirosis is a widespread zoonotic disease caused by pathogenic Leptospira. Early and accurate diagnosis is the prime step in managing the disease. Secretory proteins of Leptospira remain distinguished for d...
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Supplementing turmeric rhizome powder in growing Andaman local pigs: a conflated approach for therapy evaluation
This paper examined the pluripotent effect of supplementation of turmeric rhizome powder (TRP) (Curcuma longa) in growing Andaman local pigs. A total of 48 pigs were randomly allotted into four groups and fed die...
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Andaman local goat: mitochondrial genome characterization and lineage analysis
Andaman local goat (ALG) is an endemic goat germplasm of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, notable for its adaptability to the hot and humid climate of these islands. Due to lack of a proper breeding plan and indis...
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Molecular characterization of Rhipicephalus microplus in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India: an insight into genetic assemblages
The tick, Rhipicephalus microplus is considered as the most notorious ectoparasite of veterinary importance in tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. The present study deals with the molecular characteri...
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Genetic structure, population diversity and ancestry of Nicobari fowl based on mtDNA complete D-loop sequences
Nicobari fowl constitute an endemic poultry germplasm of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. Genetic diversity, population structure and ancestry of Nicobari fowl were analysed with mitochondrial D-loop sequen...
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Physiological and immune responses to long road transportation in Andaman local pigs
Transportation of farm animals is a routine management practice. During transportation, animals experience physiological and psychological stress which has negative consequences on health and welfare of animal...
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Tracing the genetic root of Trinket cattle: an endangered cattle population of a small isolated island of Nicobar group of islands
Trinket cattle are the inhabitant of a small island called Trinket, which is one of the picturesque islands of Andaman. This herd is thought to be of Danish leftover during their dynasty in Nicobar archipelago...
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Complete mitogenome sequencing of Andaman buffalo: an endangered germplasm of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India
Andaman buffalo is an indigenous buffalo of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. Over the last decade, it has witnessed a rapid decline in population, necessitating its immediate characterization and conservati...
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Effect of Prophylactic Management of Hemophilia on Bleeding Episodes
Hemophilia A (factor VIII deficiency) and hemophilia B (factor IX deficiency) are the most common and serious congenital coagulation factor deficiencies with repeated hemarthroses leading to development of tar...
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Variability of the EG95 antigen-coding gene of Echinococcus granulosus in animal and human origin: implications for vaccine development
In the present study, the genetic variability of the EG95 protein-coding gene in several animal and human isolates of Echinococcus granulosus was investigated. A total of 24 isolates collected from cattle, buffal...
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The Milestones of My Professional Life
If you want to succeed in life, you should strike new paths rather than travel paths of accepted success. (John D. Rockfeller.)
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Etiological Spectrum of Heart Failure in Pediatric Population
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Farming practices and genetic characterization of Nicobari pig, an indigenous pig germplasm of Nicobar group of islands, India
The Nicobari pig, locally known as Ha-un, is an indigenous pig germplasm located only in the Nicobar group of islands, India. The present study documents the Nicobari pig-rearing practices of the tribal farmer...
