The In Vitro Toxicity Profile of ZnS and CdS Quantum Dots in Polysaccharide Carriers (Starch/Chitosan).

Nanocomposites are an emerging technology for ensuring food safety and quality. Their unique properties, attributed to nanoparticle presence, facilitate the development of sophisticated sensors and biosensors for detecting harmful substances, microbial growth, and environmental changes in food products. Smart and/or active food packaging development also benefits from the use of nanocomposites.

Genotoxic Effect of Cadmium and Zinc in the Peripheral Erythrocytes of Prussian Carp ( B.).

Introduction: Cadmium and zinc are often found in aquatic environment and may accumulate in living organisms. The aim of this study was to evaluate the genotoxic effect of Cd, Zn, and their binary mixture on the peripheral blood erythrocytes of Prussian carp ( B.).

The Functional and Application Possibilities of Starch/Chitosan Polymer Composites Modified by Graphene Oxide.

This study describes functional properties of bionanocomposites consisting of starch/chitosan/graphene oxide (GO) obtained using the green synthesis method, such as water-barrier and optical properties, as well as the rate of degradation by enzymatic and acid hydrolysis. The toxicity of the composites and their effects on the development of pathogenic microflora during storage of meat food products was also investigated. Although the results showed that the barrier properties of the composites were weak, they were similar to those of biological systems.

Genotoxicity of physical silver nanoparticles, produced by the HVAD method, for Chinchilla lanigera genome.

Each year, growing demand for silver nanoparticles (AgNP) contributes to the search for alternative methods of their production. Stable AgNP with antibacterial properties, low toxicity to the environment and living organisms are especially valued. In the study presented here, an attempt was made to assess the toxicity of two AgNP solutions produced using the HVAD method to the Chinchilla lanigera genome.

Chromosomal Instability at Fragile Sites in Blue Foxes, Silver Foxes, and Their Interspecific Hybrids.

A cytogenetic assay based on fragile sites (FS) enables the identification of breaks, chromatid gaps, and deletions. In healthy individuals, the number of these instabilities remains low. Genome stability in these species is affected by Robertsonian translocations in the karyotype of the blue fox and by B chromosomes in the silver fox.

Evaluation of sperm morphometry of rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus f. domesticus).

Sperm morphology and morphometry are considered parameters in fertility diagnosis. They are especially important in the case of species for which there is no standard with respect to morphometric sperm parameters. It is then crucial to apply the staining technique that has the least influence on the sperm structure and provides the most detailed image, so as to enable measurements.

Morphometric Characteristics of the Spermatozoa of Blue Fox () and Silver Fox ().

The results presented in this study are the first such extensive characterization of the sperm morphometry of the blue fox () and silver fox (), as representatives of the family Canidae. Canine spermatozoa, especially the sperm of farmed foxes, are not often described in studies on reproduction. The aim of the study was a detailed comparison of the morphometric dimensions and shape of the sperm of two fox species: silver fox and blue fox.

Determination of cytogenetic markers for biological monitoring in coypu (Myocastor coypu).

Cytogenetic tests are used to assess the influence of physical and chemical factors with potential mutagenic and genotoxic properties on the animal organism. The test results make it possible to eliminate mutagens, as well as helping predict possible genetic consequences in animal cells and assess animal resistance. The aim of this study was to examine, using cytogenetic tests, the spontaneous chromosome and DNA damage in coypu lymphocytes.

Cytogenetic Karyotype Analysis in Selected Species of the Family.

Introduction: Comparative analysis of the karyotype structure was made in two hedgehog species: the northern white-breasted hedgehog ( and the African pygmy hedgehog (.

Material And Methods: The cytogenetic analysis used differential staining techniques (DAPI, Ag-NOR, and C-banding/DAPI) and sequential QFQ/FISH banding with NOR20 and TEL20 probes which showed 45S rDNA and (TTAGGG) repeat sequences, respectively, on hedgehog chromosomes.

Results: It was confirmed that the somatic cells of the hedgehogs have a constant number of chromosomes (2n = 48,XY).

Evaluation of chromosomal instability in somatic cells of farmed foxes.

The micronucleus (MN) test is a common tool used to evaluate cellular genetic instability at the chromosomal level. It determines the effect of physical, chemical and environmental factors on DNA, and thus the body's individual resistance to harmful substances. The karyotypes of blue and silver foxes and their interspecific hybrids are characterized by morphological and structural variation.