Bie Tan

A Comparative Study of Growth Performance, Small Intestinal Function, and Metabolite Composition of Duroc × Landrace × Yorkshire and Ningxiang Piglets During the Post-Weaning Period

The Ningxiang (NX) pig, recognized for its strong resistance as one of China’s esteemed indigenous breeds, has been the subject of limited investigation concerning its intestinal mucosal immune function. This study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the intestinal mucosal...

Mannooligosaccharides modulate mucin O-glycan–gut microbe interactions and preserve the intestinal barrier in weaned piglets

Abstract Background The intestinal microbiota and mucosal barrier are closely intertwined, with mucin O-glycans playing a key role in maintaining intestinal homeostasis. However, how nutrition regulates mucin O-glycans remains poorly understood. This study investigated the regula...