SAES-422 Multistate Research Activity Accomplishments Report
Sections
Status: Approved
Basic Information
- Project No. and Title: NCR57 : Reproductive Physiology
- Period Covered: 05/01/2003 to 05/01/2004
- Date of Report: 07/15/2004
- Annual Meeting Dates: 05/26/2004 to 05/27/2004
Participants
Miller, David - djmiller@uiuc.edu - U. of Illinois ;Diekman, Mark - mdiekman@purdue.edu - Purdue University ;Anderson, Lloyd - llanders@iastate.edu - Iowa State University ;Davis, Duane - ddavis@oznet.ksu.edu - Kansas State University ;Kirkwood, Roy - kirkwood@cvm.msu.edu - Michigan State University ;Tim Safranski, Tim - safranskit@missouri.edu - University of Missouri ;White, Brett - bwhite2@unl.edu - University of Nebraska ;Levis, Don - levis.7@osu.edu - Ohio State University ;Welsh, Tom - twelsh@cvm.tamu.edu - Texas A&M University ;Guthrie, Dave - dave@anri.barc.usda.gov - USDA/ARS/BARC/ Beltsville, MD ;Ford, Joe - ford@email.marc.usda.gov - USDA/ARS/USMARC, Clay Center, NE ;Parrish, John - parrish@ansci.wisc.edu - University of Wisconsin ;John Baker - baker@cvm.msu.edu - Michigan State University ;Hamernik, Deb - dhamerik@csrees.usda.gov - USDA/CSREES/PAS
Guest: Steve Kerns - International Boar Semen, Eldora, IA; Dr. Ron Christenson - USDA/ARS/USMARC; Dr. Harold Hodson, Gary Kuper, Michelle Wearmouth, Heidi Timmer and Kotaro Akachi, Swine Genetics, Inc., Cambridge, IA; Dr. Maynard Hogberg, Dr. Curt Youngs, Dr. Carolyn Komar, Dr. Collin Scanes, Kelly Wilhelms, Jin-Sook Lee and Marianna Moreira - Iowa State University; Tom Gall - M2 P2, Oakville, IA; Ben Bass - University of Nebraska; Kyle Lovercamp - University of Missouri
The annual meeting of the NCR-57 Regional Committee on Swine Reproduction was held in Room 1204, the Ensminger Room, of Kildee Hall on the Iowa State University campus. Associate Dean Hoiberg welcomed the group to Iowa State University and provided a summary of programs in the Agricultural Experiment Station.
Administrative advisor, Dr. Baker, reported that the renewal submission for NCR-57 went well and the renewal was approved for 2004-2009. The primary request was to change the name of the committee to Swine Reproductive Physiology.
Dr. Deb Hamernik, USDA/CSREES/PAS advisor, distributed a handout that summarized pertinent issues including recently hired CSREES staff, openings and upcoming retirements.
Station reports were presented in the mornings of May 26 and 27.
On the afternoon of May 26, a workshop on Boar Physiology began with a welcome from Dr. Maynard Hogberg, Chair of the Department of Animal Science who provided a brief summary of the four research sections within the department, meats, animal breeding, physiology and nutrition. Steve Kerns of International Boar Semen of Eldora, IA, identified eight issues in which additional information would aid the use of artificial insemination by U.S. swine producers. Dr. Ron Christenson presented a summary prepared from material provided by Dr. Billy Flowers of North Carolina State University on the effect of stressors on sperm morphology. Dr. Don Levis provided a challenging overview of the status of information on nutritional requirements of boars. Little current information exists that was obtained in today‘‘s boars with reduced fatness. This void evolved in an environment where great emphasis was and continues to be placed on genetic change associated with growth rate, backfat thickness and muscling. Dr. John Parrish summarized the status of information relating to fertility of sperm produced by bull studs and how this should impact research relating to boar studs. Dr. David Guthrie reviewed the current status of use of frozen boar sperm. Cryo-preserved boar sperm remain viable for a shorter time within the uterus than extended sperm. Optimal time for insemination with cryo-perserved boar sperm is four hours before to the time of ovulation.
During the business meeting, an invitation from John Parrish for the committee to meet in Madison, WI in 2005, tentatively May 25 and 26, 2005, was accepted.
Discussion of the boar physiology workshop addressed the desire to achieve greater interaction with extension educators. In an effort to accomplished this goal, the 2006 workshop of NCR-57 is tentatively planned for North Carolina to be in closer proximity to extension educators in that region of the U.S. Incoming chair, Brett White, was requested to discuss this option with Billy Flowers. Dave Guthrie agreed to contact Billy Flowers to develop a topic for the workshop.
Members decided that NCR-57 should communicate to Deb Hamernik and Mark Mirando, via letter, a priority for an NRI integrated program that relates more to the interest of NCR-57 committee members. David Miller, Duane Davis and Tim Safranski volunteered to take the lead on this effort. It is vital to have this information to Mark Mirando by May 15th.
The annual meeting of the NCR-57 Regional Committee on Swine Reproduction was held in Room 1204, the Ensminger Room, of Kildee Hall on the Iowa State University campus. Associate Dean Hoiberg welcomed the group to Iowa State University and provided a summary of programs in the Agricultural Experiment Station.
Administrative advisor, Dr. Baker, reported that the renewal submission for NCR-57 went well and the renewal was approved for 2004-2009. The primary request was to change the name of the committee to Swine Reproductive Physiology.
Dr. Deb Hamernik, USDA/CSREES/PAS advisor, distributed a handout that summarized pertinent issues including recently hired CSREES staff, openings and upcoming retirements.
Station reports were presented in the mornings of May 26 and 27.
On the afternoon of May 26, a workshop on Boar Physiology began with a welcome from Dr. Maynard Hogberg, Chair of the Department of Animal Science who provided a brief summary of the four research sections within the department, meats, animal breeding, physiology and nutrition. Steve Kerns of International Boar Semen of Eldora, IA, identified eight issues in which additional information would aid the use of artificial insemination by U.S. swine producers. Dr. Ron Christenson presented a summary prepared from material provided by Dr. Billy Flowers of North Carolina State University on the effect of stressors on sperm morphology. Dr. Don Levis provided a challenging overview of the status of information on nutritional requirements of boars. Little current information exists that was obtained in today‘‘s boars with reduced fatness. This void evolved in an environment where great emphasis was and continues to be placed on genetic change associated with growth rate, backfat thickness and muscling. Dr. John Parrish summarized the status of information relating to fertility of sperm produced by bull studs and how this should impact research relating to boar studs. Dr. David Guthrie reviewed the current status of use of frozen boar sperm. Cryo-preserved boar sperm remain viable for a shorter time within the uterus than extended sperm. Optimal time for insemination with cryo-perserved boar sperm is four hours before to the time of ovulation.
During the business meeting, an invitation from John Parrish for the committee to meet in Madison, WI in 2005, tentatively May 25 and 26, 2005, was accepted.
Discussion of the boar physiology workshop addressed the desire to achieve greater interaction with extension educators. In an effort to accomplished this goal, the 2006 workshop of NCR-57 is tentatively planned for North Carolina to be in closer proximity to extension educators in that region of the U.S. Incoming chair, Brett White, was requested to discuss this option with Billy Flowers. Dave Guthrie agreed to contact Billy Flowers to develop a topic for the workshop.
Members decided that NCR-57 should communicate to Deb Hamernik and Mark Mirando, via letter, a priority for an NRI integrated program that relates more to the interest of NCR-57 committee members. David Miller, Duane Davis and Tim Safranski volunteered to take the lead on this effort. It is vital to have this information to Mark Mirando by May 15th.
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Accomplishments
1. The proposal to renew NCR-57 was completed, submitted and approved with the name changed to Swine Reproductive Physiology.
2. A second workshop was organized and conducted with the goal of developing a CD for distribution to extension educators who have responsibility for swine reproduction programs. This workshop addressed Boar Physiology to compliment the first workshop that addressed Seasonal Infertility followed by distribution of a CD of these presentations.
3. Scientists who participate in NCR-57 exchange research findings and develop collaborative projects to identify mechanisms and genes that control pubertal development, resumption of estrous cycles after parturition, folliculogenesis, gametogenesis, fertilization, pregnancy recognition and maintenance, and cryopreservation of gametes.
4. Publications produced by members of the committee and their associates during this past year are listed on the web page under Publications.
5. Members continued to examine teaching and advising procedures that are practiced at each participating university to enhance the quality of these services to students.
Plans for the coming year:
1. Plan for a third workshop to be held in 2006 with the goal of developing greater interactions with extension educators. A committee was established to select the topic and to present a proposal at the 2005 committee meeting.
2. During 2004, expand development of the NCR-57 web page. A committee was appointed to capture the history of the committee. Review of the web page will be a component of the 2005 meeting.
3. Committee members will continue collaborative efforts to investigate mechanisms that control reproduction efficiency of livestock species with emphasis on swine.
2. A second workshop was organized and conducted with the goal of developing a CD for distribution to extension educators who have responsibility for swine reproduction programs. This workshop addressed Boar Physiology to compliment the first workshop that addressed Seasonal Infertility followed by distribution of a CD of these presentations.
3. Scientists who participate in NCR-57 exchange research findings and develop collaborative projects to identify mechanisms and genes that control pubertal development, resumption of estrous cycles after parturition, folliculogenesis, gametogenesis, fertilization, pregnancy recognition and maintenance, and cryopreservation of gametes.
4. Publications produced by members of the committee and their associates during this past year are listed on the web page under Publications.
5. Members continued to examine teaching and advising procedures that are practiced at each participating university to enhance the quality of these services to students.
Plans for the coming year:
1. Plan for a third workshop to be held in 2006 with the goal of developing greater interactions with extension educators. A committee was established to select the topic and to present a proposal at the 2005 committee meeting.
2. During 2004, expand development of the NCR-57 web page. A committee was appointed to capture the history of the committee. Review of the web page will be a component of the 2005 meeting.
3. Committee members will continue collaborative efforts to investigate mechanisms that control reproduction efficiency of livestock species with emphasis on swine.
Impacts
- Disseminated information from the Boar Physiology Workshop to extension educators to foster communication between scientists and swine producers.
- Published collaborative efforts among committee members to advance understanding of reproductive mechanisms in livestock, to promote greater reproductive efficiency and to enhance sustainability of domestic food animal production.
- Conducted research within the objectives of the committee to identify complex biological processes involved in reproduction that will lead to improved technology for animal production.
- The workshop on Seasonal Infertility in Swine enhanced debate among committee members and fostered a recommendation to USDA, CSREES, NRI to list seasonal infertility in swine as a priority area for Integrated Programs within the NRI, Animal Reproduction funding program.
Publications
Manuscripts:
Albin DM, J.E. Wubben, J.M. Rowlett, K.A. Tappenden, R.A. Nowak. 2004. Small intestinal nutrient transport and barrier function in two porcine breeds respond differently to acute immune challenge. Submitted to J of Physiology
Anderson, L.L. 2004. Invited MINIREVIEW titled: Discovery of a new cellular structure: The Porosome, Elucidation of the molecular mechanism of secretion. CELL BIOLOGY INTERNATIONAL 28:3-5.
Anderson, L.L. and B.P. Jena. 2004. Invited chapter entitled, Fusion pores in growth hormone secreting cells of the pituitary gland: An AFM study. In: AFM IN BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE. J. Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York. (In press).
Anderson, L.L., S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Invited MINIREVIEW titled: Growth hormone secretion: Molecular and cellular mechanisms and in vivo approaches. EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE 229:291-302.
Bahr J.M., M. Nakai, A. Rivera, J. Walsh, G.L. Evans, S. Lotinum, R.T. Turner, M. Black, E.H. Jeffery. 2004. Dietary soy protein and isoflavones: Minimal beneficial effects on bone and no effect on the reproduction tract of sexually mature ovariectomized Sprague-Dawley rats. Menopause (in press)
Bazer F.W., T.S. Spencer and R.D. Geisert. 2004. Anatomy and Physiology of the Female Reproductive Tract. In: Encylopedia of Animal Science, W.G. Pond and A.W. Bell, Eds, Marcel Dekker, Inc., New York. (In Press).
Belstra, B.A., Flowers, W.L., and See, M.T. 2004. Factors affecting temporal relationships between estrus and ovulation in commercial sow farms. Ani. Reprod. Sci. (in press).
Blomberg, L. and K. A. Zuelke. 2004. Serial gene expression (SAGE) during porcine embryo development. Reprod. Fert. Dev. 16:87-92.
Boltz D., N. Nakai, J.M. Bahr. 2004. Avian infectious bronchitis virus: A possible cause of reduced fertility in the rooster. Avian Diseases (submitted)
Boone W.R., B.B. Keck, J.C. Catlin, K.J. Casey, E.T. Boone, P.S. Dye, R.J. Schuett, T. Tsubota, J.M. Bahr. 2004. Evidence that bears are induced ovulators. Theriogenology 61:1163-1169
Braundmeier A.G., J.M. Demers, R.D. Shanks, and D.J. Miller. 2004. The ability of porcine sperm to bind the zona pellucida is related to litter size after insemination. J. Anim. Sci. 82:452-458
Braundmeier A.G., W.G. Breed, and D.J. Miller. 2004. 1,4-Galactosyltransferase on sperm from a marsupial, the brushtail possum, Trichosurus vulpecula. Reproduction (Submitted)
Burke, C. R., M.L. Mussard, C.L. Gasser, D.E. Grum, M.L. Day. 2003. Estradiol benzoate delays new follicular wave emergence in a dose dependent manner after ablation of the dominant ovarian follicle in cattle. Theriogenology, 60:647-658.
Burkin H.R., A.P. Alves-Vieira, and D.J. Miller. 2004. Localization of zona pellucida receptors on live sperm by fluorophore-conjugated solubilized zona pellucida proteins. Meth. Molecular Biol.: Germ Cell Protocols 253:79-93
Burkin H.R., L. Zhao, and D.J. Miller. 2004. CASK is in the mammalian sperm head and is processed during epididymal maturation. Mol. Reprod. Dev. (In Press)
Burkin H.R., L. Zhao, K. Reim, N. Brose, and D.J. Miller. 2004. Complexin 1 is required for mammalian sperm acrosomal exocytosis. Dev. Biol. (Submitted)
Chen L, S. Brown, M. Nakai, R.A. Nowak. 2004. Expression and hormonal regulation of extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer (EMMPRIN) during mouse embryo implantation. Submitted to Biol. Reprod.
Clamon L.A., R.A. Nelson, L.M. Pyter, J.M. Bahr. 2003. Induction of pseudopregnancy in the American Black Bear (Ursus americanus). J. Exp. Zool. Part A Comp. Exp. Biol. 298:162-166
Clark, S. and R. Knox. 2003. Efficiency of boar semen production. Embryo Transfer Newsletter. 21:4-10
Corbin, C.J., F.M. Moran, J.D. Vidal, J.J. Ford, T. Wise, S.M. Mapes, V.C. Njar, A.M. Brodie, and A.J. Conley. 2003. Biochemical assessment of limits to estrogen synthesis in porcine follicles. Biol. Reprod. 69:390-397.
Corbin, C.J., S.M. Mapes, J. Marcos, C.H. Shackleton, D. Morrow, S. Safe, T Wise, J.J. Ford, and A.J. Conley. 2004. Paralogues of porcine aromatase cytochrome P450: A novel hydroxylase activity is associated with the survival of a duplicated gene. Endocrinology 145:2157-2164.
Creech, B.L., Spears, J.W., Flowers, W.L., Hill, G.M., Lloyd, K.E., and Armstrong, T.A. 2004. Effect of trace mineral level and source (inorganic vs. chelated) on performance, mineral status and fecal mineral excretion in pigs from weaning through finishing. J. Anim. Sci. (in press)
Crisp, S.E.R.H., J.B. Griffin, B.R. White, C.F. Toombs, G. Camporeale, H.M. Said, and J. Zempleni. 2004. Biotin supply affects rates of cell proliferation, biotinylation of carboxylases and histones, and expression of the gene encoding the sodium-dependent multivitamin transporter in JAr choriocarcinoma cells. Eur. J. Nutr. 43:23-31.
Daberkow, R.L., B.R. White, R.A. Cederberg, J.B. Griffin and J. Zempleni. 2003. Monocarboxylate transporter 1 mediates biotin uptake in human peripheral blood mononuclear cells. J. Nutr. 133:2703-2706.
Davis, D.L. and Stevenson, J.S. 2003. Synchronization of Estrus: Horses, Pigs, Sheep, and Goats. A. W. Bell and W. G. Pond (Ed.) Encyclopedia of Animal Science, Marcel Dekker Inc., New York.
Day, M. L. 2004. Hormonal induction of estrous cycles in anestrous, Bos taurus beef cows. ICAR Meetings, In Press.
Day, M. L. and D. E. Grum. 2003. Estrous synchronization in heifers. Ann. Conf. of the Soc. for Theriogenology: 145-154.
Day, M. L. 2004. Hormonal induction of estrous cycles in anestrous, Bos taurus beef cows. Anim. Reprod. Sci. (In Press).
Dobrinsky, J. R. 2004. Advancements in cryopreservation of domestic animal embryos. Theriogenology. (In Press).
Dunn, J.D., B.J. Johnson, J.P. Kayser, A.T. Waylan, E.K. Sissom, and J.S. Drouillard. 2003. Effects of flax supplementation and a combined trenbolone acetate and estradiol implant on circulating insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) and muscle IGF-I messenger RNA levels in beef cattle. J. Anim. Sci. 81:3028-3034.
Echternkamp, S.E., A.J. Roberts, D.D. Lunstra, T. Wise, and L.J. Spicer. 2004. Ovarian follicular development in cattle selected for twin ovulations and births. J. Anim. Sci. 82:459-471.
Ellsworth, B.S.*, B.R. White*, A.T. Burns, B.D. Cherrington, A.M. Otis, and C.M. Clay. 2003. c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) activation of activator protein-1 underlies homologous regulation of the gonadotropin-releasing hormone receptor gene in T3-1 cells. Endocrinology 144:839-849. *Both authors contributed equally to this work.
Ferrell A.D., J.R. Malayer, K.L. Carraway and R.D. Geisert. 2003. Sialomucin complex (Muc4) expression in porcine endometrium during the oestrous cycle and early pregnancy. Reprod. Dom. Anim. 38:1-3.
Flowers, W.L. 2004. Biotechnology: Artificial Insemination. In: Encyclopedia of Animal Science. W.G. Pond and A.W. Bell (eds.), Marcel Dekker, Inc., New York (in press).
Flowers, W.L. 2004. Swine: Reproduction Management. In: Encyclopedia of Animal Science. W.G. Pond and A.W. Bell (eds.), Marcell Dekker, Inc., New York (in press).
Flowers, W.L. 2004. Synchronization of estrus in swine. Pork Industry Handbook Series.
Ford, J.J., T.H. Wise, and R.K. Christenson. 2004. Lack of an association between plasma follicle-stimulating hormone concentrations and ovarian weight in prepubertal gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 82:472-478.
Ford, S.P. 2003. Placental development, Efficiency and Embryonic Mortality. In: Perspectives in Pig Science. Edited by J. Wiseman, M. Varley and B. Kemp. Nottingham University Press, Loughborough, pp 270-292.
Geisert R. D., J.W. Ross, M.D. Ashworth and J.R. Malayer. 2004. Estrogen regulator and/or endocrine disruptor in establishment of pregnancy. Current Topics in Steroid Research (In Press)
Geisert R.D. and S.R. Cooper. 2004. Estrous Cycle: Mare, Sow. In: Encylopedia of Animal Science, W.G. Pond and A.W. Bell, Eds, Marcel Dekker, Inc., New York. (In Press).
Geisert, R.D., M.D. Ashworth and J.R. Malayer. 2003. Endometrial expression of inter-trypsin inhibitor heavy chains in cyclic and pregnant gilts. Reprod. 126:621-626 .
Gerrits, R. J., J. K. Lunney, L. A. Johnson, V. G. Pursel, R. R. Kraeling, G. A. Rohrer, J. R. Dobrinsky. 2004. A vision for artificial insemination and genomics to improve global swine populations. Theriogenology. (In Press).
Gibson S, Tempelman RJ, Kirkwood RN. Effect of oxytocin-supplemented semen on fertility of sows bred by intra-uterine insemination. J Swine Health Prod. 2004. (In Press).
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., E.W. Rowe, K. Jeftinija, C.G. Scanes, L.L. Anderson and S. Jeftinija. 2004. Effects of leptin on intracellular calcium concentrations in isolated porcine somatotropes. NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY (Submitted for review).
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., K. Jeftinija, C.G. Scanes, L.L. Anderson, and S. Jeftinija. 2003. Stimulatory effect of ghrelin on isolated porcine somatotropes. NEUROENDOCRINOLOGY 77:366-378.
Godke, R.A. and C.R. Youngs. 2004. Biotechnology: Embryo Transfer Technology. In (W. Pond, Ed.) Encyclopedia of Animal Science. Marcel Dekker, New York, NY (in press).
Gross K.L., D.M. Neskey, N. Manchanda, S. Weremowicz, M.S. Kelinman, R.A. Nowak, A.H. Ligon, P. Rogalla, K. Drechsler, J. Bullerdiek, C.C. Morton. 2003. HMGA2 expression in uterine leiomyomata and myometrium: quantitative analysis and tissue culture studies. Genes, Chrom and Cancer 38:68-79.
Guthrie, H. D. 2004. Impact of extender and cryopreservation on membrane and morphological integrity in boar sperm. Theriogenology. (In Press).
Henning, H.J., D.L. Davis. Evaluation of the uterine environment and embryos of prepubertal gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81:2575?2582.
Hernandez A., J.M. Bahr. 2003. Role of FSH and EGF in the initiation of steroidogenesis in granulosa cells associated with follicular selection in the chicken ovary. Reprod. 125: 683-691.
Herrick, J.R., A.M. Brad, R.L. Krisher, and W.F. Pope. 2003. Intracellular adenosine triphosphate and glutathione concentrations in oocytes from first estrous, multiestrous, and testosterone-treated gilts. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 78:123-131.
Imakawa, K., K.-T. Chang, and R.K. Christenson. 2004. Pre-implantation conceptus and maternal uterine communications: Molecular events leading to successful implantation. J. Reprod. Dev. 50:155-169.
Ishikawa M, H. Nakamura, Y. Izumoto, S. Takashima, M. Klagsbrun, J.E. Wubben, A. Everett, R.A. Nowak. 2004. Hepatoma-derived growth factor (HDGF) is an endothelial growth factor produced by human uterine smooth muscle cells. Submitted to Molec. Hum. Reprod.
Jiménez-Severiano, H., M.J. D?Occhio, D.D. Lunstra, M.L. Mussard, J.W. Koch, L.R. Ehnis, W.J. Enright, and J.E. Kinder. 2003. Effect of chronic treatment with the gonadotrophin-releasing hormone agonist azagly-nafarelin on basal concentrations of LH in prepubertal bulls. Reproduction 125:225-232.
Johnson, L. A., D. Rath, J. M. Vazquez, W. M. Maxwell, J. R. Dobrinsky. 2004. Pre-selection of sex in swine for production of offspring: current status of process and application. Theriogenology. (In Press).
Johnson, S. K., and M.L. Day. 2004. Methods to reduce or eliminate detection of estrus in a melengestrol acetate - PGF2a protocol for synchronization of estrus in beef heifers. J. Anim. Sci. (Accepted).
Kidson, A, L. L. Schreier, B. Colenbrander, S. J. Dieleman, J. R. Dobrinsky. 2004 Characterization of sow and gilt follicular fluid and its influence during in vitro maturation, followed by cumulus intact fertilization, on the developmental potential of prepubertal gilt oocytes. Biol Reprod. (Submitted).
Kim, J.G., D. Nonneman, G.A. Rohrer, J.L. Vallet, and R.K. Christenson. 2003. Linkage mapping of a SNP in the porcine MADH1 gene to a region of chromosome 8 that contains QTL for uterine capacity. Anim. Genet. 34:310-311.
Kim, J.G., J.L. Vallet, and R.K. Christenson. 2003. Molecular cloning and endometrial expression of porcine amphiregulin. Mol. Reprod. Dev. 65:366-372.
Kim, J.G., T.P.L. Smith, W.M. Snelling, J.L. Vallet, and R.K. Christenson. 2003. Linkage mapping of the bovine bone morphogenetic protein receptor-1B (BMPR1B ) to chromosome 6. Anim. Genet. 34:311.
Kim, S., Y. Choi, T.E. Spencer, and F.W. Bazer. 2003. Effects of the estrous cycle, pregnancy and interferon tau on expression of cyclooxygenase two (COX-2) in ovine endometrium. Reprod Biol Endocrinol.1:58.
Kim, K.-S., J.M. Reecy, W.H. Hsu, L.L. Anderson and M.F. Rothschild. 2004. Missense mutations of melanocortin-4 receptor alters adenylyl cyclase activity without affecting ligand-binding and is associated with muscle characteristics in pigs. DOMESTIC ANIMAL ENDOCRINOLOGY 26:75-86.
Kim, K.-S., L.L. Anderson, J.M. Reecy, N.T. Nguyen, G.S. Plastow and M.F. Rothschild. 2003. Molecular genetic studies of porcine genes for obesity. In: PROGRESS IN OBESITY RESEARCH. Edited by G. Medeiros-Neto, A. Halpern and C. Bouchard. John Libbey Eurotext Ltd. pp. 269-271.
Klemcke, H.G., R. Sampath Kumar, K. Yang, J.L. Vallet, and R.K. Christenson. 2003. 11ß-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and glucocorticoid receptor messenger RNA expression in porcine placentae: Effects of stage of gestation, breed, and uterine environment. Biol. Reprod. 69:1945-1950.
Knox, R., and Flowers, W. 2004. Using Real-time ultrasound for pregnancy diagnosis in swine. Pork Industry Handbook Series.
Knox, R., and S. Probst-Miller. 2003. Using real-time ultrasound for identification of sources for reproductive failure in weaned sows. J. Swine Health Prod. 12: 71-74.
Knox, R.V. 2004. The real impact of boars in breeding programs. Banff Pork Seminar. Alberta, Canada. 15: 307-314.
Knox, R.V. K.L. Willenburg, S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, D.L. Greger, and M.E. Swanson, and H.D. Hafs. 2003. Intravaginal administration of GnRH agonist-gel advances time of ovulation and facilitates timed AI in weaned sows. American Association of Swine Veterinarians.
Knox, R.V., G. Vatzias, C.H. Naber, and D.R. Zimmerman. 2003. Plasma gonadotropins and ovarian hormones during the estrous cycle in high compared to low ovulation rate gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81:249-260.
Knox. R.V. 2004. Practicalities and pitfalls of semen evaluation. Banff Pork Seminar. Alberta, Canada. 15:315-322.
Kojima, F.N., E.G.M. Bergfeld, M.E. Wehrman, A.S. Cupp, K.E. Fike, D.V. Mariscal-Aguayo, T. Sanchez-Torres, M. Garcia-Winder, D.T. Clopton, A.J. Roberts, and J.E. Kinder. 2003. Frequency of luteinizing hormone pulses in cattle influences duration of persistence of dominant ovarian follicles, follicular fluid concentrations of steroids, and activity of insulin-like growth factor binding proteins. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 77:187-211.
Komar, C.M. and T.E. Curry, Jr. (2003) Inverse relationship between the expression of messenger ribonucleic acid for peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor g and P450 side chain cleavage in the rat ovary. Biology of Reproduction. 69:549-555.
Lee, J.-S., K. Jeftinija, S. Jeftinija, M.H. Stromer and L.L. Anderson. 2004. Immunocytochemical distribution of somatotrophs in porcine anterior pituitary. HISTOCHEMISTRY AND CELL BIOLOGY (Submitted for review).
Lee, J.-S., M.S. Mayes, M.H. Stromer, C.G. Scanes, S. Jeftinija and L.L. Anderson. 2004. Number of secretory vesicles in GH cells of the pituitary remains unchanged after secretion. EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE (In press).
Levis, D.G. 2003. Feeding breeding and gestating sows in a group-housed environment. Midwest Swine Nutrition Conference. Indianapolis, IN, pp 65-74.
Levis, D.G. 2004. Optimizing reproductive efficiency of female pigs-techniques and technologies that work. Seminar #8, Optimizing Reproductive Efficiency. 35th Annual Meeting American Association of Swine Veterinarians, Des Moines, IA, pp 31-62.
Levis, D.G. 2004. What are semen extenders? How do we decide which extender to use? Seminar #2, Boar Stud Topics. 35th Annual Meeting American Association of Swine Veterinarians, Des Moines, IA, pp 15-40.
Levis, D.G., and D. Reicks. 2004. Quick and safe semen collection in the USA. Pig Progress (The Netherlands) 20:30-31.
Levis, D.G., and D.E. Reese. 2003. The role of omega fatty acids in swine reproduction. Seminar #2, Practical approaches to current nutritional issues. 34th Annual Meeting American Association of Swine Veterinarians, Orlando, FL, pp 15-34.
Levis, D. G., and D. Reicks. 2004. Effect of semen collection pen design on efficiency of collecting semen, effect of sexual stimulation on boar sexual behavior and sperm output, and assessment of boar sexual behavior. Theriogenology (Submitted).
Levis, D.G. 2003. Feeding breeding and gestating sows in a group-housed environment. Midwest Swine Nutrition Conference. Indianapolis, IN, pp 65-74.
Long, E. L., T. S. Sonstegard, J. A. Long, C. P. Van Tassell and K. A. Zuelke. 2003. Serial analysis of gene expression in turkey sperm storage tubules in the presence and absence of resident sperm. Biol. Reprod. 69:469-474.
Long, J.A., M. Kramer. 2003. Effect of vitamin E on lipid peroxidation and fertility after artificial insemination with liquid-stored turkey semen. J Poultry Sci. 82:1802-1807.
Looper, M.L., J.A. Vizcarra, R.P. Wettemann, J.R. Malayer, T.D. Braden, R.D. Geisert, and G.L. Morgan. 2003. Influence of estradiol, progesterone, and nutrition on concentrations of gonadotropins and GnRH receptors, and gene expression for GnRH receptors and gonadotropin subunits in pituitaries of beef cows. J. Anim. Sci. 81:269-278.
Lunstra, D.D., and L.V. Cundiff. 2003. Growth and pubertal development in Brahman-, Boran-, Tuli-, Belgian Blue-, Herefore- and Angus-sired F1 bulls. J. Anim. Sci. 81:1414-1426.
Madan, P., Bridges, P. J. , Komar, C. M., Beristain, A. G., Rajamahendran, R., Fortune, J. E. and MacCalman, C. D. (2003) Expression of messenger ribonucleic acid for ADAMTS subtypes changes in the periovulatory follicle after the gonadotropin surge and during luteal development and regression in cattle. Biology of Reproduction. 69: 1506-1514.
Mahan, D.C., and J. C. Peters. 2004. Long-term effects of dietary organic and inorganic selenium sources and levels on reproducing sows and their progeny. J. Anim. Sci. 82:1343-1358.
Mason H., R.A. Nowak, C.C. Morton, J. Castellot. 2003. Heparin inhibits the proliferation and motility of human uterine myometrial and leiomyoma smooth muscle cells. Amer. J. Pathology 162:1895-1904.
Mason H.R., A.C. Lake, J.E. Wubben, R.A. Nowak, J.J. Castellot Jr. 2004. The growth arrest-specific gene CCN5 is deficient in human leiomyomas and inhibits the proliferation and motility of cultured human uterine smooth muscle cells. Molec. Hum. Reprod. (In Press).
Mason H.R., D. Grove-Strawser, B.S. Rubin, R.A. Nowak, J.J. Castellot Jr. 2004. Estrogen induces CCN5 expression in the rat uterus in vivo. Endocrinology 145:976-982.
Matsuda, F., N. Xu, S. Kijima, C. Tachi, R.K. Christenson, S. Sakai, and K. Imakawa. 2004. Analysis of transcriptional control elements in the 5‘‘-upstream region of ovine interferon-gene using feeder-independent caprine trophoblast cell line, HTS-1. Placenta 25:166-175.
McCoard, S.A., T.H. Wise, and J.J. Ford. 2003. Endocrine and molecular influences on testicular development in Meishan and White Composite boars. J. Endocrinol. 178:405-416.
McCoard, S.A., T.H. Wise, D.D. Lunstra, and J.J. Ford. 2003. Stereological evaluation of Sertoli cell ontogeny during fetal and neonatal life in two diverse breeds of swine. J. Endocrinol. 178:395-403.
McGlone, J.J., E.H. von Borell, J. Deen, A.K. Johnson, D.G. Levis, M. Meunier-Salaun, J. Morrow, D. Reeves, J.L. Salak-Johnson, and P.L. Sundberg. 2004. Review: Compilation of the scientific literature comparing housing systems for gestating sows and gilts using measures of physiology, behavior, performance, and health. The Professional Anim. Scientists 20:105-117.
Men, H., J.J.Parrish and J.J.Rutledge. 2003. Detection of DNA damage in bovine metaphase II oocytes resulting from cryopreservation. Molecular Reproduction and Development 64:245-250.
Miller, G., S. Breen, S. Roth, K. Willenburg, and R. Knox. 2003. Pregnancy diagnosis in swine: a comparison of two methods of real-time ultrasound, and characterization of image and labor requirements for positive pregnancy diagnosis. J. Swine Health Prod. 11:233-239.
Mohan M., N. Thirumalapura, and J. Malayer. 2003. Bovine cumulus-granulosa cells contain biologically active retinoid receptors that can respond to retinoic acid. Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology 1:104.
Mussard, M. L., C. R. Burke and M. L. Day. 2003. Ovarian follicle maturity at induced ovulation influences fertility in cattle. Ann. Conf. of the Soc. for Theriogenology: 179-185.
Musser R.E., D.L. Davis, S.S. Dritz, M.D. Tokach, J.L. Nelssen, J.E. Minton, and R.D. Goodband. Responses in the fetal and maternal compartments to increased feed intake during early gestation in sows. Submitted to J. Anim. Sci.
Nagaoka, K., A. Sakai, H. Nojima, Y. Suda, Y. Yokomizo, K. Imakawa, S. Sakai, and R.K. Christenson. 2003. A chemokine, interferon (IFN)-inducible protein 10 kDa, is stimulated by IFN-t and recruits immune cells in the ovine endometrium. Biol. Reprod. 68:1413-1421.
Nagaoka, K., H. Nojima, F. Watanabe, K.-T. Chang, R.K. Christenson, S. Sakai, and K. Imakawa. 2003. Regulation of blastocyst migration, apposition, and initial adhesion by a chemokine, interferon-inducible protein 10 kDa (IP-10), during early gestation. J. Biol. Chem. 278:29048-29056.
Nakai M, L. Cook, L.M. Pyter, M. Black, J. Sibonga, R.T. Turner, E.H. Jeffrey, and J.M. Bahr. 2004. Dietary soy protein and isoflavones: effects on bone and reproductive tract of sexually mature intact Sprague- Dawley rats. Menopause (submitted).
Nakai M., J. Van Cleeff, J.M. Bahr. 2004. Stages and duration of spermatogenesis in the domestic ferret. Tissue Cell (submitted).
Nojima, H., K. Nagaoka, R.K. Christenson, K. Shiota, and K. Imakawa. 2004. Increase in DNA methylation downregulates conceptus interferon-tau gene expression. Mol. Reprod. Dev. 67:396-405.
Popwell, J.M. and Flowers, W.L. 2004.Variability in relationships between semen quality and estimates of in vivo and in vitro fertility in boars. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 81:97-113.
Potts, J.K., S.E. Echternkamp, T.P.L. Smith, and J.M. Reecy. 2003. Characterization of gene expression in double-muscled and normal-muscled bovine embryos. Anim. Genet. 34:438-444.
Ramachandran, A., J. Flinchbaugh, P. Ayoubi, G.A. Olah, and J.R. Malayer. 2004. Target discrimination by surface-immobilized molecular beacons designed to detect Francisella tularensis. Biosensors and Bioelectronics 19:727-736.
Roberts, A.J. and S.E. Echternkamp. 2003. Insulin-like growth factor binding proteins in granulosa and thecal cells from bovine ovarian follicles at different stages of development. J. Anim. Sci. 81:2826-2839.
Rodriguez-Zas, S.L., B.R. Southey, R.V. Knox, J.F. Connor, J.F. Lowe, and B.J. Roskamp. 2003. Bioeconomic evaluation of sow longevity and profitability. J. Anim Sci. 81: 2915-2922.
Ross J.W., J.R. Malayer, J.W. Ritchey and R.D. Geisert. 2003. Involvement of the interleukin-1 system in porcine trophoblastic elongation and at the fetal-maternal interface during peri-implantation development. Biol. Reprod. 69:1251-1259.
Ross J.W., M.D. Ashworth, A.G. Hurst, J.R. Malayer and R.D. Geisert. 2003. Analysis and characterization of differential gene expression during rapid trophoblastic elongation in the pig using suppression subtractive hybridization. Reprod. Biol. Endo. 1:23.
Scanes, C.G., A. Glavaski-Joksimovic, S.A. Johannsen, L.L. Anderson and S. Jeftinija. 2004. Co-localization of stimulatory effects of thyrotrophin releasing hormone, ghrelin, and other growth hormone secretagogues on intracellular calcium concentrations in individual chicken somatotrophs. JOURNAL OF ENDOCRINOLOGY (Submitted for review).
Scanes, C.G. and McNabb, A.F. (2003) Avian models for toxicological research. Avian and Poultry Biology Reviews 14, 21-52.
Schulz L.C., J.M. Bahr. 2003. Glucose-6-phosphate isomerase stimulates embryo implantation in the domestic ferret. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. 100: 8561-8566.
Schulz L.C., J.M. Bahr. 2004. Potential endocrine function of the glycolytic enzyme glucose 6- phosphate isomerase during implantation. Gen. Comp. Endo. (In press).
Sherrer, E.S., T.J. Rathbun, D.L. Davis. Fertilization and blastocyst development in oocytes obtained from prepubertal and adult pigs. J. Anim. Sci. 82:102-108.
Shi X., R.J. Belton, Jr., H.R. Burkin, A.P. Vieira, and D.J. Miller. 2004. A proteomic approach to identify phosphoproteins encoded by cDNA libraries. Anal. Biochem. 329:289-292.
Simpson K. S., Komar, C. M., Curry Jr., T. E. (2003) Localization and expression of tissue nhibitor of metalloproteinase-4 (TIMP-4) in the immature gonadotropin-stimulated and adult rat ovary. Biology of Reproduction. 68: 214-221.
Singleton, W.L., and Flowers, W.L. 2004. Managing boars in A.I. centers. Pork Industry Handbook Series.
Sinkora, M., J. Sun, J. Sinkorova, R.K. Christenson, S.P. Ford and J.E. Butler. 2003.Antibody repertoire development in fetal and neonatal piglets. VI.. B cell lymphogenesis occurs at multiple sites with differences in the frequency of in-frame rearragements. J. Immunol. 170:1781-1788.
Stevenson, J.S., and D.L. Davis. 2003. Synchronization of Estrus: Cattle. A. W. Bell and W. G. Pond (Ed.) Encyclopedia of Animal Science, Marcel Dekker Inc., New York.
T. L. Nedambale, A. Dinnyes, J. R. Dobrinsky, X. C. Tian, X. Yang. 2004. Comparison on in vitro fertilized bovine embryos cultured in KSOM or SOF and cryopreserved by flow freezing or vitrification. (In Press).
Vallet, J.L. and R.K. Christenson. 2004. Effect of progesterone, mifepristone, and estrogen treatment during early pregnancy on conceptus development and uterine capacity in swine. Biol. Reprod. 70:92-98.
Vallet, J.L., H.G. Klemcke, R.K. Christenson, and P.L. Pearson. 2003. The effect of breed and intrauterine crowding on fetal erythropoiesis on day 35 of gestation in swine. J. Anim. Sci. 81:2352-2356.
Voge, J.L., C.AT. Santiago, P.Y. Aad, D.W. Goad, J.R. Malayer and L.J. Spicer. 2004. Quantification of insulin-like growth factor binding-protein mRNA using real-time PCR in bovine granulosa and theca cells: effect of estradiol, insulin and gonadotropins. Domes. Anim. Endocrinol. 26:241-258.
Vonnahme K.A., S.C. Ferando, J.W. Ross, M.D. Ashworth, U. DeSilva, J.R. Malayer and R.D. Geisert. 2004. Porcine endometrial expression of kininogen, factor XII and plasma kallikrein in cyclic and pregnant gilts. Biol. Reprod. 70:132-138.
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford 2004. Differential expression of the vascular endothelial growth factor-receptor system in the gravid uterus of Yorkshire and Meishan pigs. Biol. Reprod. (In Press).
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford. 2004. Selection for placental efficiency alters expression of the placental vascular endothelial growth factor receptor system in the pig. J. Physiol. 554: 194-201.
Wesolowski S.R., M.F.Allan, M.K. Nielsen, and D. Pomp. 2003. Evaluation of hypothalamic gene expression in mice divergently selected for heat loss. Physiol. Genomics 13:129-137.
Wheeler, M.B., E.M. Walters, S.G. Clark. 2003. Transgenic animals in biomedicine and agriculture: outlook for the future. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 79:265-289.
Wheeler, M.B., S.A. Malusky. 2003. Transgenesis in mammals: status and perspectives. Acta Scientiae Veterinariae 31:119-136.
Willenburg KL, Knox RV, Kirkwood RN. Effect of estrogen formulation and its site of deposition on serum PGFM concentrations, uterine contractility, and time of ovulation in artificially inseminated sows. Anim Reprod Sci. 2004; 80:147-156.
Willenburg, K.L., G.M. Miller, S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Effect of boar exposure at time of insemination on factors influencing fertility in gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81:9-15.
Willenburg, K.L., G.M. Miller, S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Influence of hormone supplementation to extended semen on AI, uterine contractions, establishment of a sperm reservoir, and fertility in swine. J. Anim. Sci. 81:821-829.
Wiltbank, M.C. and J.S. Ottobre. 2003. Regulation of intraluteal production of prostaglandins. Reprod. Biol. Endocrinol.: 1:91.
Wubben JE, D.M. Albin, J.M. Rowlett, K.A. Tappenden, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Breed and LPS challenge affect glucose, amino acid and dipeptide transport in the small intestine of gilts. 9th International Symposium on Digestive Physiology in Pigs, May 14-17, 2003, Volume 2, pp. 204-206.
Xu, N., Y. Takahashi, F. Matsuda, S. Sakai, R.K. Christenson, and K. Imakawa. 2003. Coactivator CBP in the regulation of conceptus IFN gene transcription. Mol. Reprod. Dev. 65:23-29.
Abstracts and Technical Reports
Anderson, L.L. 2003. Invited book review of "BIOLOGY OF THE DOMESTIC PIG" Edited by Wilson G. Pond and Harry J. Mersmann, Cornell University Press, Ithaca, New York, pp 1-745. 2001, hardcover ISBN 0-8014-3468-8, for THE QUARTERLY REVIEW OF BIOLOGY 78:105-106.
Anderson, L.L. 2004. Invited REVIEW: Senior Physiologists - News; Lloyd L. Anderson. THE PHYSIOLOGIST 47:73-74.
Anderson, L.L., A. Glavaski-Joksimovic, E.W. Rowe, S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Leptin increases intracellular calcium concentrations in isolated somatotropes. 2004. 86th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 145:Suppl. 1:504, Abstract P3-162. (New Orleans).
Anderson, L.L., S. Jeftinija, C.G. Scanes, M.H. Stromer, J.-S. Lee, K. Jeftinija and A. Glavaski-Joksimovic. 2004. Physiology of ghrelin and related peptides. 5th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON FARM ANIMAL ENDOCRINOLOGY, July 4-6, 2004. Abstract (Budapest, Hungary).
Bailey, C. J., C. R. Burke, M. L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2004. Double ovulations following induction of luteal regression during ovarian follicular wave emergence in heifers. Midwest Section ASAS Meeting, Des Moines, IA, p 57.
Banerjee, J., J. Vislisel, and C.M. Komar. (2004) Mechanisms involved in the effect of LH on mRNA and protein corresponding to peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor in the periovulatory rat ovary. Biology of Reproduction. (Suppl 1) 37th meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction. British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Beck, M.M., and K.K. Hansen. 2003. Role of estrogen in avian osteoporosis. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):55.
Belton R., and D.J. Miller. 2003. Cholesterol-dependent regulation of signaling in sperm. 36th Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction.
Bonde, S., A. Varzavand, G.-M. Zou, E. Field, E.M. Walters, M.B. Wheeler, N. Zavazava. 2003. Porcine-derived embryonic stem cells are immune-privileged and resistant to natural killer cell lysis. American Journal of Transplantation (Suppl. 5), S546.
Bonde, S., A. Varzavand, G.-M. Zou, E. Field, E.M. Walters, M.B. Wheeler, N. Zavazava. 2003. Porcine-derived embryonic stem cells are immune-privileged and resistant to natural killer cell lysis. American Journal of Transplantation (Suppl. 5), S546.
Braundmeier A, A. Fazleabas, H. Guo, B. Toole, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer (EMMPRIN) regulates metalloproteinases in human uterine endometrium. Biol. Reprod. 2003; 68 (Suppl 1):215.
Breen, S., D. Hamilton, and R. Knox. 2003. Effect of PG600 and adjusted mating times on reproduction performance in weaned sows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
Burke, C. R., M.L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2003. Are ovariectomized heifers an appropriate model to study the fundamental nature of the estrus event in cattle? J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
C.L. Gasser, E.J. Behlke, C.R. Burke, D.E. Grum, M.L. Mussard, and M.L. Day. 2003. Improvement of pregnancy rate to fixed-time artificial insemination with progesterone treatment in anestrous post-partum cows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):45.
C.R. Burke, M.L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2003. Are ovariectomized heifers an appropriate model to study the fundamental nature of the estrus event in cattle? J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
Cederberg, R.A., B.E. Bass, C.F. Toombs, and B.R. White. Cell-specific expression of the porcine GnRH receptor (GnRHR) gene is conferred by multiple elements, including an SF-1 binding site, located within 1900 bp of 5‘‘ flanking region. Biol. Reprod. 68(Suppl. 1):129.
Chen L, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Expression of metalloproteinases and extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer (EMMPRIN) during early development in the mouse embryo. Biol. Reprod. 2003; 68 (Suppl 1):341.
Clark, S.G. E.M. Walters, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. A novel integrated in vitro maturation and in vitro fertilization system in swine. Theriogenology 59:441.
Clark, S.G. E.M. Walters, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Determination of the BSA content needed for culture of porcine embryos fertilized in microchannels. Biol. Reprod. 68 (Suppl. 1) 336.
Donovan, S.M, J.L. Hartke, M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Over-expression of IGF-I effects on piglet intestinal growth. J. Dairy Sci. 86 (Suppl. 1): 134.
Franco, D.J., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Strain differences in endocrine responses to high temperatures: possible involvement of heat shock protein. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):83.
Franco, D.J., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Changes in blood pH observed in two strains of laying hens after exposure to two differents ambient temperatures. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):123.
Gasser, C. L., E.J. Behlke, C.R. Burke, D.E. Grum, M.L. Mussard, and M.L. Day. 2003. Improvement of pregnancy rate to fixed-time artificial insemination with progesterone treatment in anestrous post-partum cows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):45.
Gasser, C. L., and M. L. Day. 2004. Factors affecting ovarian follicular development during sexual maturation in heifers. Midwest Section Meeting ASAS, Des Moines, IA p 56.
Glavaski, A., E.W. Rowe, C.G. Scanes, L.L. Anderson and S. Jeftinija. 2003. Effects of leptin on calcium transient in isolated porcine somatotropes. 33rd Annual Meeting of the SOCIETY FOR NEUROSCIENCE, November 3-7, 2003. PROCEEDINGS OF SOCIETY FOR NEUROSCIENCE Abstract 827.10 (New Orleans).
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., C. Arámbro, S. Jeftinija, L. Berghman, L.L. Anderson and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Stimulatory effects of thyrotropin releasing hormone on intracellular calcium concentrations in chicken somatotropes and secretion of growth hormone isoforms. Annual Meeting of INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR AVIAN ENDOCRINOLOGY.
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., K. Jeftinija, C. G. Scanes, and L. L. Anderson. 2003. Ghrelin stimulates porcine somatotropes. SWINE RESEARCH REPORT 2003. A.S. Leaflet.
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., S.A. Johannsen, L.L. Anderson, S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Co-localization of stimulatory effects of growth hormone releasing hormone, thyrotropin releasing hormone, ghrelin, and other growth hormone secretagogues on intracellular calcium concentrations in individual chicken somatotropes. 86th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 145:Suppl. 1:504, Abstract P3:161. (New Orleans).
Gronlund D.E., W.L. Hurley, M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Over-expression of insulin-like growth factor-I in lactating porcine mammary tissue has a differential effect on amino acid transport systems. J. Dairy Sci 86 (Suppl. 1): 190.
Guthrie, H. D. and G. R. Welch. 2003. Increasing the holding time of boar spermatozoa at 15o C before freezing decreases fertility. Midwest American Dairy Science Association/American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting.
Hartke J.L., M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Effect of a short-term fast on intestinal disaccharidase activity and villus morphology in piglets suckling insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) transgenic sows. J. Dairy Sci 86 (Suppl. 1): 134.
Hartke J.L., M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Intestinal growth and development in piglets suckling insulin like growth factor-I (IGF-I) transgenic sows. J. Dairy Sci.86 (Suppl. 1): 311.
Jackson, A., and R. Knox. 2003. Evaluation of pFSH and pLH on estrus induction and ovulation in prepubertal gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81(Suppl. 2): 91.
Kidson, A, L. L. Schreier, B. Colenbrander, S. J. Dieleman, J. R. Dobrinsky. 2003. Reduction of polyspermy penetration after temporary arrest of in vitro-matured metaphase I pig oocytes. Theriogenology 59:210.
Komar, C.M. and J.J. Rasweiler IV. (2004) Highly polarized ovaries of the long-tongued bat: a novel model system for studying ovarian development, long-term oocyte storage, folliculogenesis, and ovulation. Serono Symposium: XV Ovarian Workshop, British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Lee, J.-S., M.S. Mayes, M.H. Stromer, B.P. Jena and L.L. Anderson. 2004. Number of secretory vesicles in GH cells of the pituitary remain unchanged after secretion. IOWA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE 116th Annual Meeting, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls. Abstract (Cedar Falls).
Lee, J.-S., M.S. Mayes, M.H. Stromer, K. Jeftinija, S. Jeftinija, B.P. Jena, and L.L. Anderson. 2003. Immunocytochemical study of spatial distribution pattern and number of secretory vesicles of somatotrophs in porcine anterior pituitary. EIGHTH INTERNATIONAL PITUITARY CONGRESS, June 22-25, 2003, Waldorf-Astoria, New York City, Abstract P55.
Lee, J.-S., S. Jeftinija, M.H. Stromer, and L.L. Anderson. 2003. Immunohistochemical study on the distribution pattern of growth hormone cells in porcine anterior pituitary. 85th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 144:Suppl. 1:554 Abstract P3-341 (Philadelphia).
Madison, F.N., L.G. Robeson, C.F. Toombs, D.F. Franco, H. Taira, M. Jolal, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Productive characteristics of laying hens through 60 weeks of age as affected by strain and by body weight and age at puberty. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):31.
Marshall, K.M., R.D. Shanks, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Increased nursing intensity stimulated greater lactational response in sows expressing a bovine alpha-lactalbumin transgene. Biol. Reprod. 68 (Suppl. 1) 202.
Monaco, M.H., W.L. Hurley, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) modulates the process of mammary apoptosis after weaning in IGF-I transgenic pigs. J. Dairy Sci. 86 (Suppl. 1): 301.
Mussard, M. L., C. R. Burke, C. L. Gasser, E. J. Behlke, K. A. Colliflower, D. E. Grum, and M. L. Day. 2003. Ovulatory response, luteal function and fertility in cattle induced to ovulate dominant follicles of early or late maturity. Biol. Reprod. 68(Suppl. 1):332.
Peters, J.C., and D.C. Mahan. 2004. Sow and litter response to dietary trace mineral source and level over two parities. Midwest Section ASAS Meeting, Des Moines, IA, p 52.
Pugh, M.L; M.B. Moreira, G.R. Gilbert and C.R. Youngs. 2004. Influence of prostaglandin F2a synthesis inhibitors on pregnancy rate of embryo transfer recipient heifers. Proc. 15th Intl. Cong. Anim. Reprod. (in press).
Ruggiero, K., S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Assessment of photometric methodology for accuracy in estimating sperm concentration. 5th International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation.
Taira, H., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Testicular responses of male quail to heat stress: effects of steroidogenesis. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):83.
Tinfo, N.S. and C.M. Komar. (2004) PPAR is not a major player in luteal steroidogenesis in the rat. Biology of Reproduction. (Suppl 1) 37th meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction. British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford. 2003. Selection for above average placental efficiency increased placental expression of the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptor system in pigs. Proceedings, Society for the Study of Reproduction, Cincinnati, OH. (Abstract # 228).
Walters, E.M., S.G. Clark, H. Roseman, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Production of live piglets following in vitro embryo culture in microfluidic environment. Theriogenology 59:353.
White, S.B., K.W. Wilhelms, and C.G. Scanes. Interactions between Xenobiotics and the avian glucocorticoid-binding globulin. Poster Presentation. Ozark-Prairie Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Regional Meeting. August 2003. St. Louis, MO.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.A. Johannsen, and C.G. Scanes. In vivo effects of dietary atrazine on female Japanese Quail development. Poster Presentation. Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry North America 24th Annual Meeting. November 2003. Austin, TX. Abstract Book Pages 283-284.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.A. Johannsen, J.A. Proudman, and C.G. Scanes. Failure of dietary atrazine to alter reproductive development in male Japanese Quail. Platform Presentation. Ozark-Prairie Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Regional Meeting. August 2003. St. Louis, MO.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.J. Patocka and C.G. Scanes. Effects of Atrazine on ovarian estradiol concentrations in avian models for endocrine disruption. Poster Presentation. Ozark-Prairie/Midwest Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Joint Regional Meeting. March, 2004. Lacrosse, Wisconsin.
Youngs, C.R. 2003. Use of gonadotropin releasing hormone for controlled breeding of dairy cattle. Iowa Jersey Today 9(1):9-10.
Youngs, C.R., A.M. Powers-Meyer, A.M., M.G. Wonderlich, and M.B. Moreira. 2004. The effect of cloprostenol or dinoprost, administered at two different sites, on the expression of estrus in postpartum dairy cattle. Proc. 15th Intl. Cong. Anim. Reprod. (in press).
Zhao, L., Burkin H.R., K. Reim, N. Brose, and D.J. Miller. 2004. Complexin 1 is required for mammalian sperm acrosomal exocytosis. 37th Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction.
Zuelke, K.A., Blomberg, L., Long, E.L. and Sonstegard, T.S. (2003). Serial analysis of gene expression (SAGE) between day 11 and day 12 porcine embryos. Theriogenology 59:435.
Albin DM, J.E. Wubben, J.M. Rowlett, K.A. Tappenden, R.A. Nowak. 2004. Small intestinal nutrient transport and barrier function in two porcine breeds respond differently to acute immune challenge. Submitted to J of Physiology
Anderson, L.L. 2004. Invited MINIREVIEW titled: Discovery of a new cellular structure: The Porosome, Elucidation of the molecular mechanism of secretion. CELL BIOLOGY INTERNATIONAL 28:3-5.
Anderson, L.L. and B.P. Jena. 2004. Invited chapter entitled, Fusion pores in growth hormone secreting cells of the pituitary gland: An AFM study. In: AFM IN BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE. J. Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York. (In press).
Anderson, L.L., S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Invited MINIREVIEW titled: Growth hormone secretion: Molecular and cellular mechanisms and in vivo approaches. EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE 229:291-302.
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Vallet, J.L., H.G. Klemcke, R.K. Christenson, and P.L. Pearson. 2003. The effect of breed and intrauterine crowding on fetal erythropoiesis on day 35 of gestation in swine. J. Anim. Sci. 81:2352-2356.
Voge, J.L., C.AT. Santiago, P.Y. Aad, D.W. Goad, J.R. Malayer and L.J. Spicer. 2004. Quantification of insulin-like growth factor binding-protein mRNA using real-time PCR in bovine granulosa and theca cells: effect of estradiol, insulin and gonadotropins. Domes. Anim. Endocrinol. 26:241-258.
Vonnahme K.A., S.C. Ferando, J.W. Ross, M.D. Ashworth, U. DeSilva, J.R. Malayer and R.D. Geisert. 2004. Porcine endometrial expression of kininogen, factor XII and plasma kallikrein in cyclic and pregnant gilts. Biol. Reprod. 70:132-138.
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford 2004. Differential expression of the vascular endothelial growth factor-receptor system in the gravid uterus of Yorkshire and Meishan pigs. Biol. Reprod. (In Press).
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford. 2004. Selection for placental efficiency alters expression of the placental vascular endothelial growth factor receptor system in the pig. J. Physiol. 554: 194-201.
Wesolowski S.R., M.F.Allan, M.K. Nielsen, and D. Pomp. 2003. Evaluation of hypothalamic gene expression in mice divergently selected for heat loss. Physiol. Genomics 13:129-137.
Wheeler, M.B., E.M. Walters, S.G. Clark. 2003. Transgenic animals in biomedicine and agriculture: outlook for the future. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 79:265-289.
Wheeler, M.B., S.A. Malusky. 2003. Transgenesis in mammals: status and perspectives. Acta Scientiae Veterinariae 31:119-136.
Willenburg KL, Knox RV, Kirkwood RN. Effect of estrogen formulation and its site of deposition on serum PGFM concentrations, uterine contractility, and time of ovulation in artificially inseminated sows. Anim Reprod Sci. 2004; 80:147-156.
Willenburg, K.L., G.M. Miller, S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Effect of boar exposure at time of insemination on factors influencing fertility in gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81:9-15.
Willenburg, K.L., G.M. Miller, S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Influence of hormone supplementation to extended semen on AI, uterine contractions, establishment of a sperm reservoir, and fertility in swine. J. Anim. Sci. 81:821-829.
Wiltbank, M.C. and J.S. Ottobre. 2003. Regulation of intraluteal production of prostaglandins. Reprod. Biol. Endocrinol.: 1:91.
Wubben JE, D.M. Albin, J.M. Rowlett, K.A. Tappenden, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Breed and LPS challenge affect glucose, amino acid and dipeptide transport in the small intestine of gilts. 9th International Symposium on Digestive Physiology in Pigs, May 14-17, 2003, Volume 2, pp. 204-206.
Xu, N., Y. Takahashi, F. Matsuda, S. Sakai, R.K. Christenson, and K. Imakawa. 2003. Coactivator CBP in the regulation of conceptus IFN gene transcription. Mol. Reprod. Dev. 65:23-29.
Abstracts and Technical Reports
Anderson, L.L. 2003. Invited book review of "BIOLOGY OF THE DOMESTIC PIG" Edited by Wilson G. Pond and Harry J. Mersmann, Cornell University Press, Ithaca, New York, pp 1-745. 2001, hardcover ISBN 0-8014-3468-8, for THE QUARTERLY REVIEW OF BIOLOGY 78:105-106.
Anderson, L.L. 2004. Invited REVIEW: Senior Physiologists - News; Lloyd L. Anderson. THE PHYSIOLOGIST 47:73-74.
Anderson, L.L., A. Glavaski-Joksimovic, E.W. Rowe, S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Leptin increases intracellular calcium concentrations in isolated somatotropes. 2004. 86th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 145:Suppl. 1:504, Abstract P3-162. (New Orleans).
Anderson, L.L., S. Jeftinija, C.G. Scanes, M.H. Stromer, J.-S. Lee, K. Jeftinija and A. Glavaski-Joksimovic. 2004. Physiology of ghrelin and related peptides. 5th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON FARM ANIMAL ENDOCRINOLOGY, July 4-6, 2004. Abstract (Budapest, Hungary).
Bailey, C. J., C. R. Burke, M. L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2004. Double ovulations following induction of luteal regression during ovarian follicular wave emergence in heifers. Midwest Section ASAS Meeting, Des Moines, IA, p 57.
Banerjee, J., J. Vislisel, and C.M. Komar. (2004) Mechanisms involved in the effect of LH on mRNA and protein corresponding to peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor in the periovulatory rat ovary. Biology of Reproduction. (Suppl 1) 37th meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction. British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Beck, M.M., and K.K. Hansen. 2003. Role of estrogen in avian osteoporosis. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):55.
Belton R., and D.J. Miller. 2003. Cholesterol-dependent regulation of signaling in sperm. 36th Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction.
Bonde, S., A. Varzavand, G.-M. Zou, E. Field, E.M. Walters, M.B. Wheeler, N. Zavazava. 2003. Porcine-derived embryonic stem cells are immune-privileged and resistant to natural killer cell lysis. American Journal of Transplantation (Suppl. 5), S546.
Bonde, S., A. Varzavand, G.-M. Zou, E. Field, E.M. Walters, M.B. Wheeler, N. Zavazava. 2003. Porcine-derived embryonic stem cells are immune-privileged and resistant to natural killer cell lysis. American Journal of Transplantation (Suppl. 5), S546.
Braundmeier A, A. Fazleabas, H. Guo, B. Toole, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer (EMMPRIN) regulates metalloproteinases in human uterine endometrium. Biol. Reprod. 2003; 68 (Suppl 1):215.
Breen, S., D. Hamilton, and R. Knox. 2003. Effect of PG600 and adjusted mating times on reproduction performance in weaned sows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
Burke, C. R., M.L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2003. Are ovariectomized heifers an appropriate model to study the fundamental nature of the estrus event in cattle? J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
C.L. Gasser, E.J. Behlke, C.R. Burke, D.E. Grum, M.L. Mussard, and M.L. Day. 2003. Improvement of pregnancy rate to fixed-time artificial insemination with progesterone treatment in anestrous post-partum cows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):45.
C.R. Burke, M.L. Mussard and M.L. Day. 2003. Are ovariectomized heifers an appropriate model to study the fundamental nature of the estrus event in cattle? J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):91.
Cederberg, R.A., B.E. Bass, C.F. Toombs, and B.R. White. Cell-specific expression of the porcine GnRH receptor (GnRHR) gene is conferred by multiple elements, including an SF-1 binding site, located within 1900 bp of 5‘‘ flanking region. Biol. Reprod. 68(Suppl. 1):129.
Chen L, R.A. Nowak. 2003. Expression of metalloproteinases and extracellular matrix metalloproteinase inducer (EMMPRIN) during early development in the mouse embryo. Biol. Reprod. 2003; 68 (Suppl 1):341.
Clark, S.G. E.M. Walters, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. A novel integrated in vitro maturation and in vitro fertilization system in swine. Theriogenology 59:441.
Clark, S.G. E.M. Walters, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Determination of the BSA content needed for culture of porcine embryos fertilized in microchannels. Biol. Reprod. 68 (Suppl. 1) 336.
Donovan, S.M, J.L. Hartke, M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Over-expression of IGF-I effects on piglet intestinal growth. J. Dairy Sci. 86 (Suppl. 1): 134.
Franco, D.J., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Strain differences in endocrine responses to high temperatures: possible involvement of heat shock protein. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):83.
Franco, D.J., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Changes in blood pH observed in two strains of laying hens after exposure to two differents ambient temperatures. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):123.
Gasser, C. L., E.J. Behlke, C.R. Burke, D.E. Grum, M.L. Mussard, and M.L. Day. 2003. Improvement of pregnancy rate to fixed-time artificial insemination with progesterone treatment in anestrous post-partum cows. J. Anim. Sci. 81 (Suppl. 2):45.
Gasser, C. L., and M. L. Day. 2004. Factors affecting ovarian follicular development during sexual maturation in heifers. Midwest Section Meeting ASAS, Des Moines, IA p 56.
Glavaski, A., E.W. Rowe, C.G. Scanes, L.L. Anderson and S. Jeftinija. 2003. Effects of leptin on calcium transient in isolated porcine somatotropes. 33rd Annual Meeting of the SOCIETY FOR NEUROSCIENCE, November 3-7, 2003. PROCEEDINGS OF SOCIETY FOR NEUROSCIENCE Abstract 827.10 (New Orleans).
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., C. Arámbro, S. Jeftinija, L. Berghman, L.L. Anderson and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Stimulatory effects of thyrotropin releasing hormone on intracellular calcium concentrations in chicken somatotropes and secretion of growth hormone isoforms. Annual Meeting of INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR AVIAN ENDOCRINOLOGY.
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., K. Jeftinija, C. G. Scanes, and L. L. Anderson. 2003. Ghrelin stimulates porcine somatotropes. SWINE RESEARCH REPORT 2003. A.S. Leaflet.
Glavaski-Joksimovic, A., S.A. Johannsen, L.L. Anderson, S. Jeftinija and C.G. Scanes. 2004. Co-localization of stimulatory effects of growth hormone releasing hormone, thyrotropin releasing hormone, ghrelin, and other growth hormone secretagogues on intracellular calcium concentrations in individual chicken somatotropes. 86th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 145:Suppl. 1:504, Abstract P3:161. (New Orleans).
Gronlund D.E., W.L. Hurley, M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Over-expression of insulin-like growth factor-I in lactating porcine mammary tissue has a differential effect on amino acid transport systems. J. Dairy Sci 86 (Suppl. 1): 190.
Guthrie, H. D. and G. R. Welch. 2003. Increasing the holding time of boar spermatozoa at 15o C before freezing decreases fertility. Midwest American Dairy Science Association/American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting.
Hartke J.L., M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Effect of a short-term fast on intestinal disaccharidase activity and villus morphology in piglets suckling insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) transgenic sows. J. Dairy Sci 86 (Suppl. 1): 134.
Hartke J.L., M.H. Monaco, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Intestinal growth and development in piglets suckling insulin like growth factor-I (IGF-I) transgenic sows. J. Dairy Sci.86 (Suppl. 1): 311.
Jackson, A., and R. Knox. 2003. Evaluation of pFSH and pLH on estrus induction and ovulation in prepubertal gilts. J. Anim. Sci. 81(Suppl. 2): 91.
Kidson, A, L. L. Schreier, B. Colenbrander, S. J. Dieleman, J. R. Dobrinsky. 2003. Reduction of polyspermy penetration after temporary arrest of in vitro-matured metaphase I pig oocytes. Theriogenology 59:210.
Komar, C.M. and J.J. Rasweiler IV. (2004) Highly polarized ovaries of the long-tongued bat: a novel model system for studying ovarian development, long-term oocyte storage, folliculogenesis, and ovulation. Serono Symposium: XV Ovarian Workshop, British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Lee, J.-S., M.S. Mayes, M.H. Stromer, B.P. Jena and L.L. Anderson. 2004. Number of secretory vesicles in GH cells of the pituitary remain unchanged after secretion. IOWA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE 116th Annual Meeting, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls. Abstract (Cedar Falls).
Lee, J.-S., M.S. Mayes, M.H. Stromer, K. Jeftinija, S. Jeftinija, B.P. Jena, and L.L. Anderson. 2003. Immunocytochemical study of spatial distribution pattern and number of secretory vesicles of somatotrophs in porcine anterior pituitary. EIGHTH INTERNATIONAL PITUITARY CONGRESS, June 22-25, 2003, Waldorf-Astoria, New York City, Abstract P55.
Lee, J.-S., S. Jeftinija, M.H. Stromer, and L.L. Anderson. 2003. Immunohistochemical study on the distribution pattern of growth hormone cells in porcine anterior pituitary. 85th Annual Meeting of THE ENDOCRINE SOCIETY. ENDOCRINOLOGY 144:Suppl. 1:554 Abstract P3-341 (Philadelphia).
Madison, F.N., L.G. Robeson, C.F. Toombs, D.F. Franco, H. Taira, M. Jolal, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Productive characteristics of laying hens through 60 weeks of age as affected by strain and by body weight and age at puberty. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):31.
Marshall, K.M., R.D. Shanks, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Increased nursing intensity stimulated greater lactational response in sows expressing a bovine alpha-lactalbumin transgene. Biol. Reprod. 68 (Suppl. 1) 202.
Monaco, M.H., W.L. Hurley, M.B. Wheeler, S.M. Donovan. 2003. Insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) modulates the process of mammary apoptosis after weaning in IGF-I transgenic pigs. J. Dairy Sci. 86 (Suppl. 1): 301.
Mussard, M. L., C. R. Burke, C. L. Gasser, E. J. Behlke, K. A. Colliflower, D. E. Grum, and M. L. Day. 2003. Ovulatory response, luteal function and fertility in cattle induced to ovulate dominant follicles of early or late maturity. Biol. Reprod. 68(Suppl. 1):332.
Peters, J.C., and D.C. Mahan. 2004. Sow and litter response to dietary trace mineral source and level over two parities. Midwest Section ASAS Meeting, Des Moines, IA, p 52.
Pugh, M.L; M.B. Moreira, G.R. Gilbert and C.R. Youngs. 2004. Influence of prostaglandin F2a synthesis inhibitors on pregnancy rate of embryo transfer recipient heifers. Proc. 15th Intl. Cong. Anim. Reprod. (in press).
Ruggiero, K., S.L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R.V. Knox. 2003. Assessment of photometric methodology for accuracy in estimating sperm concentration. 5th International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation.
Taira, H., L.G. Robeson, and M.M. Beck. 2003. Testicular responses of male quail to heat stress: effects of steroidogenesis. Poscal 82(Suppl. 1):83.
Tinfo, N.S. and C.M. Komar. (2004) PPAR is not a major player in luteal steroidogenesis in the rat. Biology of Reproduction. (Suppl 1) 37th meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction. British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada.
Vonnahme, K.A. and S.P. Ford. 2003. Selection for above average placental efficiency increased placental expression of the vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) receptor system in pigs. Proceedings, Society for the Study of Reproduction, Cincinnati, OH. (Abstract # 228).
Walters, E.M., S.G. Clark, H. Roseman, D.J. Beebe, M.B. Wheeler. 2003. Production of live piglets following in vitro embryo culture in microfluidic environment. Theriogenology 59:353.
White, S.B., K.W. Wilhelms, and C.G. Scanes. Interactions between Xenobiotics and the avian glucocorticoid-binding globulin. Poster Presentation. Ozark-Prairie Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Regional Meeting. August 2003. St. Louis, MO.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.A. Johannsen, and C.G. Scanes. In vivo effects of dietary atrazine on female Japanese Quail development. Poster Presentation. Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry North America 24th Annual Meeting. November 2003. Austin, TX. Abstract Book Pages 283-284.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.A. Johannsen, J.A. Proudman, and C.G. Scanes. Failure of dietary atrazine to alter reproductive development in male Japanese Quail. Platform Presentation. Ozark-Prairie Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Regional Meeting. August 2003. St. Louis, MO.
Wilhelms, K.W., S.J. Patocka and C.G. Scanes. Effects of Atrazine on ovarian estradiol concentrations in avian models for endocrine disruption. Poster Presentation. Ozark-Prairie/Midwest Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry Joint Regional Meeting. March, 2004. Lacrosse, Wisconsin.
Youngs, C.R. 2003. Use of gonadotropin releasing hormone for controlled breeding of dairy cattle. Iowa Jersey Today 9(1):9-10.
Youngs, C.R., A.M. Powers-Meyer, A.M., M.G. Wonderlich, and M.B. Moreira. 2004. The effect of cloprostenol or dinoprost, administered at two different sites, on the expression of estrus in postpartum dairy cattle. Proc. 15th Intl. Cong. Anim. Reprod. (in press).
Zhao, L., Burkin H.R., K. Reim, N. Brose, and D.J. Miller. 2004. Complexin 1 is required for mammalian sperm acrosomal exocytosis. 37th Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction.
Zuelke, K.A., Blomberg, L., Long, E.L. and Sonstegard, T.S. (2003). Serial analysis of gene expression (SAGE) between day 11 and day 12 porcine embryos. Theriogenology 59:435.