Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)/CRISPR-associated protein 9(CRISPR/Cas9)genome editing technology has dramatically influenced swine research by enabling the production of high-quality...Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)/CRISPR-associated protein 9(CRISPR/Cas9)genome editing technology has dramatically influenced swine research by enabling the production of high-quality disease-resistant pig breeds,thus improving yields.In addition,CRISPR/Cas9 has been used extensively in pigs as one of the tools in biomedical research.In this review,we present the advancements of the CRISPR/Cas9 system in swine research,such as animal breeding,vaccine development,xenotransplantation,and disease modeling.We also highlight the current challenges and some potential applications of the CRISPR/Cas9 technologies.展开更多
Tomato is a widely consumed vegetable in Burkina Faso and throughout the world. However, when handled improperly, it can serve as a vector of pathogen transmission to human if ingested raw or through cross-contaminati...Tomato is a widely consumed vegetable in Burkina Faso and throughout the world. However, when handled improperly, it can serve as a vector of pathogen transmission to human if ingested raw or through cross-contamination with cooked food. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Salmonella spp from tomatoes sold in the markets of Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and characteristics of vending conditions. One hundred and ninety-eight (198) different tomato samples were randomly purchased from one hundred and thirteen (113) different vendors in the markets of Ouagadougou. The samples were examined and classified into three categories according to their texture and the level of deterioration. The prevalence of Salmonella spp identification was determined using standard microbiological methods. A survey was conducted using a questionnaire on transport and vending conditions for tomatoes. In total, Salmonella prevalence was 19.19% in all tomato’s samples analyzed and was 18.18% for intact category, 22.73% in D2 category and 16.67% in category D4. The survey revealed poor transport and sales conditions for the majority of tomato sellers. The present study revealed the presence of Salmonella in tomatoes samples. These results highlight the risk associated with the consumption of tomatoes if hygienic practices are not respected during tomatoes handling and preparation. The results of the study also show the need to wash tomatoes systematically after purchase with a disinfectant, especially tomatoes sold in open markets in developing countries.展开更多
基金supported by the National Transgenic Project of China(2016ZX08006003-004 and 2018ZX08009-26B)the NSFC Major Research Plan-Major Scientific Problems of African Swine Fever virus(31941008)+3 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(2662018JC002)the IDRC Livestock Vaccine Innovation Fund(109212-001)the CGIAR Research Program on LivestockNatural Science Foundation of Anhui Province(2008085QC138)。
文摘Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats(CRISPR)/CRISPR-associated protein 9(CRISPR/Cas9)genome editing technology has dramatically influenced swine research by enabling the production of high-quality disease-resistant pig breeds,thus improving yields.In addition,CRISPR/Cas9 has been used extensively in pigs as one of the tools in biomedical research.In this review,we present the advancements of the CRISPR/Cas9 system in swine research,such as animal breeding,vaccine development,xenotransplantation,and disease modeling.We also highlight the current challenges and some potential applications of the CRISPR/Cas9 technologies.
文摘Tomato is a widely consumed vegetable in Burkina Faso and throughout the world. However, when handled improperly, it can serve as a vector of pathogen transmission to human if ingested raw or through cross-contamination with cooked food. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Salmonella spp from tomatoes sold in the markets of Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and characteristics of vending conditions. One hundred and ninety-eight (198) different tomato samples were randomly purchased from one hundred and thirteen (113) different vendors in the markets of Ouagadougou. The samples were examined and classified into three categories according to their texture and the level of deterioration. The prevalence of Salmonella spp identification was determined using standard microbiological methods. A survey was conducted using a questionnaire on transport and vending conditions for tomatoes. In total, Salmonella prevalence was 19.19% in all tomato’s samples analyzed and was 18.18% for intact category, 22.73% in D2 category and 16.67% in category D4. The survey revealed poor transport and sales conditions for the majority of tomato sellers. The present study revealed the presence of Salmonella in tomatoes samples. These results highlight the risk associated with the consumption of tomatoes if hygienic practices are not respected during tomatoes handling and preparation. The results of the study also show the need to wash tomatoes systematically after purchase with a disinfectant, especially tomatoes sold in open markets in developing countries.
