Two-stage solid-state fermentation to increase the nutrient value of corn processing waste and explore its efficacy as a feed protein source.

Corn gluten meal-corn husk mixes (CCM) are an inexensive and readily available agricultural by-product. This study explores a novel technique by converting CCM into high-value livestock feed protein sources through fermentation with AAX and LLS, aiming to sustainably meet future global protein needs. The process of fermentation significantly altered the structural composition of high molecular weight proteins, zein, and dietary fibers.

Exploring community succession and metabolic changes in corn gluten meal-bran mixed wastes during fermentation.

Addressing the challenge of sustainable agricultural processing waste management is crucial. Protein sources are essential for livestock farming, and one viable solution is the microbial fermentation of agricultural by-products. In this study, the microorganisms utilized for fermentation were Pichia fermentans PFZS and Limmosilactobacillus fermentum LFZS.

Development of novel EST microsatellite markers for genetic diversity analysis and correlation analysis of velvet antler growth characteristics in Sika deer.

Background: Sika deer is one of the most popular and valued animals in China. However, few studies have been conducted on the microsatellite of Sika deer, which has hampered the progress of genetic selection breeding. To develop and characterize a set of microsatellites for Sika deer which provide helpful information for protection of Sika deer natural resources and effectively increase the yield and quantity of velvet antler.

Altered miRNA and mRNA Expression in Sika Deer Skeletal Muscle with Age.

Studies of the gene and miRNA expression profiles associated with the postnatal late growth, development, and aging of skeletal muscle are lacking in sika deer. To understand the molecular mechanisms of the growth and development of sika deer skeletal muscle, we used de novo RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) and microRNA sequencing (miRNA-seq) analyses to determine the differentially expressed (DE) unigenes and miRNAs from skeletal muscle tissues at 1, 3, 5, and 10 years in sika deer. A total of 51,716 unigenes, 171 known miRNAs, and 60 novel miRNAs were identified based on four mRNA and small RNA libraries.