Zhuxin Mao

Variation in nutritional quality of Vicia sativa across climatic gradients and development of a comprehensive forage quality index

Vicia sativa is a leguminous forage crop with important ecological and feeding value, and its nutritional quality is closely influenced by its growing environment. Field experiments were conducted over one growing season across three ecological zones: the cold, humid alpine regio...

Development and psychometric validation of a new health-related quality of life instrument for infertility patients (Infertility-QoL)

Abstract Background Infertility and its treatment have negative impacts on a couple’s marital relationship, sexual life, psychological state and interpersonal relationships, causing personal distress. Identifying socio-contextual factors and experience of infertile couples can he...