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Canine splenic lesions: epidemiological patterns and the predictive value of hemoperitoneum for malignancy

This retrospective study of 228 dogs undergoing splenectomy reveals that while hemoperitoneum is a strong predictor of splenic malignancy, particularly hemangiosarcoma, the overall near-equal distribution of neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions challenges the traditional "two-thirds rule" regarding the prevalence of cancer in canine splenic masses.

Derick Santana Alves, Vinícius dos Santos Resende Rodrigues, Luiz Guilherme Dercore Benevenuto, Renée Laufer-Amorim, Car (…)2026-09-28
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Effects of replacing peanut vine hay with wheat husk on in vitro rumen fermentation, nutrient degradability, and microbial community dynamics of buffalo

Replacing peanut vine hay with wheat husk in buffalo diets linearly decreases dry matter and crude protein degradability while increasing fiber utilization and butyrate production, driven by shifts in key rumen bacterial communities, ultimately demonstrating wheat husk as a viable alternative that improves fiber digestion without increasing methane emissions.

Linke Huo, Mengwei Li, Tao Lyu, Haiyu Bai, Ziming Zeng, Pinfeng Liao, Huade Xie, Jingzhen Li, Xiaoqiang Guo, Chengjian Y (…)2026-09-28
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Impact of Monthly Afoxolaner Administration on Relapse Frequency in Dogs with an initial diagnosis of Atopic Dermatitis

This prospective multicentric study demonstrates that monthly administration of afoxolaner significantly reduces relapse frequency and flea-associated flare-ups in dogs with atopic dermatitis, supporting ectoparasite prevention as an integral component of multimodal management.

Franco Martini, Loïc Antoine, Eric Tielemans, Sabrina Audergon, Salina Brem, Claude Favrot, Nina Fischer, Elisa Maina2026-09-28
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Phytochemical characterization and antimicrobial potential of colored chrysanthemum extracts for postharvest preservation of table grapes

This study demonstrates that edible coatings enriched with purple chrysanthemum extract, which possesses the highest antioxidant and antimicrobial properties among tested colors, effectively extend the shelf life and maintain the quality of table grapes during room-temperature storage by reducing microbial growth and physicochemical deterioration.

Abdelaziz Saleh, Samir A. Haddad, Safwat A. Mahmoud, Mohamed Omar Sayed, Amal M. Ali, Esra Mohamed Megahed, Ibrahim F. R (…)2026-09-28
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Integrative physiological and transcriptomic analyses reveal divergent chilling tolerance mechanisms in contrasting zoysiagrass cultivars and protective effects of exogenous chitosan

This study elucidates the divergent physiological and transcriptomic mechanisms underlying chilling tolerance in contrasting zoysiagrass cultivars and demonstrates that exogenous chitosan application effectively mitigates chilling injury in sensitive cultivars by enhancing antioxidant capacity and modulating key stress-responsive gene expression.

Qiuguo Li, Jingjin Yu, Tian Hao, Ningli Fan, Jiayue Liang, Ye Huang, Binbin Liu, Zhimin Yang2026-09-28
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Evaluation of immunomagnetic separation coupled with culture and molecular methods for the detection and recovery of Shigella spp. in ready-to-eat salads

This study demonstrates that immunomagnetic separation coupled with culture and molecular methods effectively detects and recovers *Shigella* spp. in highly contaminated ready-to-eat salads, with significantly higher success rates at 100 CFU/g compared to 10 CFU/g and a notable natural occurrence in one uninoculated sample.

Ysvette Vasquez¹, Brigitte Ibarra¹, Tomás Rojas¹, Omaira Besereni¹, Gretty Rojas2026-09-28
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Microbial Contamination and Antimicrobial Resistance in Ready-to-Eat Street Foods: Evidence from Nyamirambo–Biryogo, Rwanda

A 2026 cross-sectional study of ready-to-eat street foods in Nyamirambo–Biryogo, Rwanda, reveals that 72% of samples exceeded microbiological safety limits with high prevalence of *Salmonella*, *E. coli*, and *S. aureus*, alongside significant multidrug resistance, underscoring urgent needs for improved hygiene, temperature control, and regulatory enforcement to mitigate foodborne disease risks.

Gisubizo Fabien, Evode Habimana, Rukebesha Eric, Dushimimana Olive, Jackson Nkesiga, Jean Claude Dusabumuremyi, Bahizi M (…)2026-09-28
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Effects of Bio-organic Fertilizer Application Rate on the Degradation of Biodegradable Mulch Films of Different Colors and the Soil Environment

This study demonstrates that increasing bio-organic fertilizer application rates differentially accelerate the degradation of black versus white biodegradable mulch films while significantly enhancing soil nutrient availability, enzyme activities, and the abundance of polyester-degrading microbes, with the black film combined with the highest fertilizer dose (90 g) yielding the most favorable outcomes.

Jianyu Zhou, Jian Zhao, Jiani Ma, Zhaonan Sun, Hongsheng Liu, Wei Kou2026-09-28