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Research ArticleDoes the Tundra Bean Goose (Anser serrirostris) Follow the Green Wave Throughout its Entire Spring Migration?
Hongbin Li, Lei Fang, Lei Cao
Following the flush of spring growth of primary production (the “green wave” hypothesis) has been applied as a universal explanation for spring migration timing of avian herbivores. However, studies of the green wave hypothesis have focused on spec…
11 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190502130556
Research ArticlePhylogenetic Analysis of Channa Genus based on Morphological Characters and X-Ray Imaging
Aiguo Zhou, Shaolin Xie, Zhuolin Sun, Yongyong Feng, Shulin Liu, Di Sun et al.
Classification of the dispute is in existence among the Channa genus. In present study, we measured 11 countable characteristics and 29 measurable characteristics of 89 individuals and performed morphological analysis among five Channa species. The principal c…
11 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190522140553
Research ArticleEthylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (EGME) Disturbs the Gonadotropic Hormones and the Biological Quality of Semen in Rabbit, Oryctolagus cuniculus
Nacira Djabali, Souad Dougat, Wahida Haddadi, Lamis Fadhli
Glycol ethers (GEs) are amphiphilic solvents widely used for industrial or domestic applications. Their toxic effects on the reproduction and development of mammals have been well studied. This family presents important structural differences leading to variou…
11 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20210806090817
Research ArticleExpression and Polymorphism of FSHR Gene in Sheep with Different Fecundity
Xiaoyun He, Yongfu La, Jinxin Wang, Ran Di, Qiuyue Liu, Xiangyu Wang et al.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is the pituitary hormone that regulates gonadal function by Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal Axis (HPGA) in vertebrates. FSHR has the function of transmitting follicle-stimulating growth biological information in animal breedin…
10 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190215010208
Research ArticleDose-Dependent Effect of Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Extract in the Post-Thawed Fertility Indicators of frozen Bovine Semen Extender
Noor Bad Shah Khattak, Hamayun Khan, Muhammad Tarique Tunio, Shakoor Ahmad, Nazir Ahmad, Syed Murtaza Hassan Andrabi et al.
This study describes antioxidative activity of green tea (GT) extract on standard post-thawed quality indicators of frozen buffalo bull’s spermatozoa. Semen samples were obtained from the bulls for three weeks through artificial vagina. Egg yolk was used…
10 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20181230051216
Research ArticleComparison of Expression Patterns of Six Canonical Clock Genes in Year-Round Estrous and Seasonal Estrous Rams
Weihao Chen, Zhilong Tian, Lin Ma, Shangquan Gan, Wei Sun, Mingxing Chu
Circadian rhythm is a biological rhythm that is related closely to the rhythmic expression of a series of clock genes. A number of studies have revealed the role of circadian rhythms in the estrous mode of mammals. In the present study, the expression patterns…
10 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190430140456- Research Article
Retrospective Study on the Association of Risk Factors of Johne’s Disease along with Physiological Biomarker in Large Ruminants of Punjab, Pakistan
Muhammad Anwarullah, Aneela Zameer Durrani, Muhammad Ijaz, Aftab Ahmad Anjum, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Zahid Iqbal et al.
The present study elucidated sero-prevalence of Mycobacterium avium sub sp. paratuberculosis (MAP) in cattle and buffalo. Diarrhea is a major risk factor for MAP, so 1100 blood samples were collected from diarrheic animals or having history of some diarrheic e…
8 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191021161043 
Research ArticleAntihyperlipidemic Effects of Methanol Extract of Seeds of Citrullus lanatus in Hyperlipidemic Rats
Abdullah Abdo Albegali, Tayyaba Aftab, Atiq-ur-Rehman, Amir Rashid, Mayada Mohammad
Citrullus lanatus, a traditional plant is used for the treatment of various ailments. It has been investigated that this plant has supportive treatment, for combating diabetes complications, blood pressure, oxidative stress and haematological disorders. This s…
8 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200315070355- Research Article
Feedlot Performance, Serum and Wool Mineral Analysis of Marecha (Camelus dromedarius) Calves Fed Different Dietary Regimes
Asim Faraz, Abdul Waheed, Nasir Ali Tauqir, Muhammad Shahid Nabeel
The aim of present study was to evaluate the growth performance, blood biochemical and wool mineral profile of Marecha camel calves kept under intensive management system by feeding two different dietary regimes. The study was carried out at Camel Breeding and…
8 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191003111041 
Research ArticleEffect of Varying Levels of Lipids and Proteins on the Growth Indices and Fatty Acid Profile of Labeo rohita (Rohu)
Jhan Zeb, Saiqa Tufail, Nausheen Saboohi, Zafar Samuel, Asher Azeem, Yaseen Amir et al.
This project was a 2×2 factorial design executed for the evaluation of optimum lipid/protein level in pelleted diets for Labeo rohita (Initial weight; 2.87±0.01g). Four pelleted diets varying in their lipid/protein levels i.e. 7.5/25, 9.5/25, 7.5/…
7 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20161209091247
Research ArticleA Comparative Analysis of Wound Healing Potential, Cell Viability and Morphology of Normal and Gestational Diabetic Affected Wharton’s Jelly Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Nabila Rasheed, Bushra Waseem, Kanwal Haneef, Shumaila Usman, Madeeha Sadiq, Tabinda Urooj et al.
Stem cells derived from Wharton’s jelly of human umbilical cord (WJMSCs) are considered as the potential therapeutic agents for regeneration and are a valuable source for stem cell banking. Current investigation shows metabolic disorders are not only res…
7 Jan 2022DOI ttps://dx.doi.org/10.17582/journal.pjz/20201012081021
Research ArticleComparative Analysis of Hematological Parameters of some Farmed and Wild Fish Species
Syed Sikandar Habib, Saira Naz, Sadia Nawaz, Iqra Ameer, Ameer Khatoon, Hameed Ur Rehman et al.
Thecomplete blood count is powerful tool for the aquaculturist to monitor quality of water, related soil and to ensure the health status in response to feed, disease therapy and confirming the maturity. So the present study was designed to determine the hemato…
7 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200124050118
Research ArticleAmeliorative Effect of Graviola Fruit Juice on the Damaged Tissues of Gamma-Irradiated Male Rats
Amr N. El-Shahat, Refaat G. Hamza, Ashraf M. Mounir, Madeha N. Al-Seeni
Exposure to ionizing radiation is characterized by production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) associated with increase in lipid peroxidation. Graviola fruits have been reported to possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. The present study was des…
7 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201113181133- Research Article
Cerebrospinal Fluid τ Protein Expression is Correlated with DTI Quantification in Leukoaraiosis Patients
Longjun Guo, Jiaqi Teng, Juan Wang, Yukun Chen
This study was aimed to investigate the relationship between diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) quantification and cerebrospinal fluid τ (Tau) protein expression in leukoaraiosis patients. Inpatients who attended the Department of Neurology of our hospital fro…
7 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20201014051045 - Research Article
Polymorphism of PIT-1 Genes and its Relationship with Traits in the Limousine Cattle Breed
Jarosław Pytlewski, Ireneusz R. Antkowiak, Ewa Czerniawska-Piątkowska
The aim of the study was to analyse the polymorphism of the PIT-1 gene withe introns 4 and 5 and exon 6 in the Limousine cattle breed and its relation to selected rearing traits. Relationships were determined between the…
7 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20191116151125 
Research ArticleSilicon Plays an Effective Role in Integrated Pest Management against Rice Leaffolder Cnaphalocrocis medinalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae)
Muhammad Rizwan, Bilal Atta, Misbah Rizwan, Arshed Makhdoom Sabir, Muhammad Tahir, Muhammad Sabar et al.
Rice leaffolder, Cnaphalocrocis medinalis (Guenée), is one of the most destructive and key pests of rice in Asian countries. Effective insecticides are available to cope with this pest, but this solution is not a long-term strategy because of apprehensi…
4 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200330090344
Research ArticleUtilization of Agro-Industrial Waste for Chitinase Production by Locally Isolated Bacillus subtilis using Response Surface Methodology
Farah Deeba, Hafiz Abdullah Shakir, Muhammad Irfan, Muhammad Khan, Javed Iqbal Qazi
Chitinase is most promising natural enzyme present in all life forms. It has various environmental, food, medical industrial and biotechnological applications. Twenty strains were isolated on chitinase producing medium (CPM) from soil samples collected from lo…
4 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190717070735
Research ArticleReproductive Biology of Mahseer (Tor tambroides) from Atu Suasah and Lawe Melang Rivers in Aceh Province to Support Sustainable Fisheries Management
Teuku Fadlon Haser, Muh. Saleh Nurdin, Eddy Supriyono, Deni Radona, Fauziah Azmi, Kukuh Nirmala et al.
Information on reproductive biology is crucial in formulating policy to manage and conserve mahseer in Atu Suasah and Lawe Melang Rivers, Aceh, Indonesia. This research aimed to analyse and compare of mahseer biology including sex ratio, length and weight rela…
4 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200831050805
Research ArticleEffect of Red Clover Extract on Sex Reversal and Gonadal Development in the African Catfish, Clarias gariepinus (Burchell, 1822)
Funda Turan, Ihsan Akyurt, Sehriban Cek-Yalniz
Monosex populations are in demand in many finfish species with sexual dimorphism, e.g., better growth performance, higher economic value. Synthetic steroids are commonly used to induce monosex population in fish but because of the potential hazards of such ste…
3 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20190211080201
Research ArticleGene Cloning and Characterization of Pcal_0222, α-Amylase from Pyrobaculum calidifontis
Sadaf Ashraf, Masood Ahmed Siddiqui, Kanwal Nisa, Samar Ali, Naeem Rashid
The gene encoding Pcal_0222 from hyperthermophilic archaeon Pyrobaculum calidifontis was cloned and expressed in Escherichia coli. Pcal_0222 was composed of 529 amino acids with a theoretical molecular mass of 58 kDa. The amino acid sequence contained the four…
3 Jan 2022DOI 10.17582/journal.pjz/20200917190928