To meet growing demand, the FAO has estimated that world poultry production needs to grow by 2-3% per year to 2030. Much of the increase in output already achieved has been as a result of improvements in commercial breeds combined with rearing in more intensive production systems. However, more intensive systems have increased the risk of transmission of animal diseases and zoonoses. Consumer expectations of sensory and nutritional quality have also never been higher. At the same time consumers are more concerned about the environmental impact of poultry production as well as animal welfare. Drawing on an international range of expertise, this book reviews research on poultry health and welfare. Part 1 begins by reviewing the range of diseases and other health issues affecting poultry. It then goes on to discuss ways of preventing and managing disease such as breeding, and means of attenuating the immune system. The second part of the book discusses welfare issues such as management of breeding flocks, housing, transport and humane slaughter techniques. Achieving sustainable production of poultry meat Volume 3: Health and welfare will be a standard reference for poultry and food scientists in universities, government and other research centres and companies involved in poultry production. It is accompanied by two further volumes which review safety, quality and sustainability as well as poultry breeding and nutrition.

Dieses Fachbuch ist das Referenzwerk, wenn es um Geflugelkrankheiten geht. Die 14. Auflagen wurde vollstandig uberarbeitet und aktualisiert und bietet nun einem umfassenden UEberblick uber den aktuellen Stand der Wissenschaft. - Aktualisierte Auflage dieses massgeblichen Referenzwerks zu Geflugelkrankheiten. - Bietet noch mehr klinisch relevante Informationen zum Management spezifischer Krankheiten. Die Beitrage stammen von erfahrenen Veterinarmedizinern. - Behandelt Themen wie Eindammung von Krankheiten bei der biologischen und antibiotikafreien Geflugelzucht. - Die Kapitel sind noch pragnanter und damit ideal zum schnellen Nachschlagen. - Erlautert die Fortschritte in dem Fachgebiet, von neuen Diagnosewerkzeugen uber Veranderungen als Folge der zunehmenden Globalisierung bis hin zum erneuten Auftreten von Zoonoseerregern.

This book is a must-have for anyone interested in obesity or the physiology of white or brown adipose tissues. It contains state-of-the-art methods from researchers that are world leaders in this field. Detailed lab protocols range from methods to visualize adipocytes and adipose tissues in humans and experimental models, to convert stem cells into white and brown adipocytes in vitro, to evaluate aspects of adipocyte metabolism, to inducibly knock out genes in adipose tissues, and to evaluate transcriptional control of adipogenesis on a global scale.

1) The study of adipose tissue goes hand in hand with our global effort to understand and reverse the epidemic of obesity and associated medical complications.

2) Contributors include leading researchers who have made tremendous contributions to our ability to investigate white and brown adipose tissues.

3) The wide variety of experimental approaches detailed within this volume: including the evaluation of adipose tissue biology at the molecular, biochemical, cellular, tissue, and organismal levels.

"Methods of Adipose Tissue Biology" is a must-have for anyone interested in obesity or the physiology of white or brown adipose tissues. It contains state-of-the-art methods from researchers who are world leaders in this field. Detailed lab protocols include methods to visualize adipocytes and adipose tissues in humans and experimental models, converting stem cells into white and brown adipocytes in vitro, evaluating aspects of adipocyte metabolism, inducibly knocking out genes in adipose tissues, and evaluating transcriptional control of adipogenesis on a global scale.
The study of adipose tissue goes hand in hand with our global effort to understand and reverse the epidemic of obesity and associated medical complicationsContributors include leading researchers who have made tremendous contributions to our ability to investigate white and brown adipose tissuesThe wide variety of experimental approaches detailed within this volume: including the evaluation of adipose tissue biology at the molecular, biochemical, cellular, tissue, and organismal levels

This volume includes studies of organizations that deliver professional services, including accounting, law, and management consulting firms. These organizations are of importance for several reasons: they underpin the modern economy, enabling economic exchange; they constitute the 'intellect industry', developing and disseminating new ideas; and, they are exemplars of knowledge-intensive organizations. Contributors include researchers from North America and Europe. This book series is available electronically online.

Charles C. McDougal lived in Asia for twenty years, including ten years in the Philippines from 1972 to 1982.

His impeccable research stems from an academic background whose credentials include a bachelor of science degree from the University of Georgia, a master's degree from the Asian Institute of Management, and a doctorate in business from the University of the Philippines.

The data he gathered for his doctoral dissertation was the genesis of his 1987 book "The Marcos File," which exposed the Marcos regime for its corruption and excesses.

It was while working on a book about Marcos' hidden wealth that he stumbled on the story of a treasure hunt headed by Marcos.

His close friendship with the national security director provided him access to the corridors of power. He was asked to find out the truth, both about the legendary treasure and the Marcos gold. His academic credentials, plus his military background-- he was a captain in the Green Berets in Vietnam-- made him a natural choice. He returned to the Philippones. A cave-in killed two of his men and overnight this top-secret operation made the front page of almost every major newspaper in the world.

Williams on Wills has long been recognised as the leading text in the area of wills. Considered to be the definitive practitioner textbook, the new edition has been fully revised and updated for 2021. As always, the title will consist of two volumes, the second of which comprises an extensive collection of gold standard precedents both for complete wills and clauses used in wills, also included on a CD in Word format ready to edit and use in practice. Included in this new edition - Vol. 1: * Case law updates since the last supplement in 2018; * Additional commentary on digital assets; * New commentary on the Covid attestation rules. Vol. 2: * New RNRB precedents added where appropriate, including 2-yr, 2-day spousal interest in possession * New precedent wording for a 'Covid attestation' clause; * Discussion of Brexit.

Murder at the International Poultry Exposition in Atlanta? Professor Nick (Chick) Fowler, is pressured by his friend Gordie to help develop a new product for animal health, a herbal product from China called Qingdao Gold. But Gordie is shot to death on the first day of the convention. What was the man hiding that made him a target for murder? As a severe storm is dumping a record-breaking snowfall on Atlanta, Chick defies orders from the police to stay out of their investigation. Chick follows the trail of Qingdao Gold from the tiny community of Flowery Branch, GA, to Memphis, and back, as he tracks a terrorist threat.

The first major exploration of the North American continent began in Florida in April 1528. Panfilo de Narvaez led an inland expedition with 300 men. Only four survived. The courageous quartet endured an astonishing eight-year odyssey, traversing more than 3,500 miles from Florida to the shores of the Pacific Ocean. One of the survivors, Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca wrote his book, the Relacion, in 1542, detailing their amazing journey. Yet, precisely where this expedition began has long been debated by researchers and historians. In this book, author James E. MacDougald provides an analysis of published research and a new investigation, finally establishing that one of America's most important historic events began in present-day St. Petersburg, on the shores of Boca Ciega Bay. Based on MacDougald's years of study, he adds a new and independent analysis, using research resources not available to many previous historians that details one of the most important Spanish expeditions in North America.

The first major exploration of the North American continent began in Florida in April 1528. Panfilo de Narvaez led an inland expedition with 300 men. Only four survived. The courageous quartet endured an astonishing eight-year odyssey, traversing more than 3,500 miles from Florida to the shores of the Pacific Ocean. One of the survivors, Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca wrote his book, the Relacion, in 1542, detailing their amazing journey. Yet, precisely where this expedition began has long been debated by researchers and historians. In this book, author James E. MacDougald provides an analysis of published research and a new investigation, finally establishing that one of America's most important historic events began in present-day St. Petersburg, on the shores of Boca Ciega Bay. Based on MacDougald's years of study, he adds a new and independent analysis, using research resources not available to many previous historians that details one of the most important Spanish expeditions in North America.

Dr. Chick Fowler is summoned to his old hometown, Broken Bow, Oklahoma, to help a friend accused of murder. Murder? In Broken Bow? He soon uncovers a second murder, and finds his own life in danger. Personal family drama and out-of-town land investors vie for potential as the leading suspects, along with a shadowy drug cartel operating in the mountains.

Nathan Wyeth finds himself hopelessly in love with a woman named Sheila, not realizing they are both vampires. When she disappears without a trace, he is joined by his friend Ronnie, trying to find some meaning in her mysterious existence. Ronnie falls in love with Nathan, not realizing he is a vampire. Lieutenant Joe Mace, investigating the violent murder of Ronnie's husband, runs into government-funded groups bent on controlling vampires, conducting a program to 'resocialize' them by medical treatment. When Nathan relapes from his treatments he is taken into custody by the vampire control project. Ronnie joins Mace to search for Nathan. After escapes and rejoins Sheila, Nathan is hunted by 'feral' vampires as well as the control project police. "You must kill her," says the vampire Little Eva, "Or we will." Confused by his love for both Ronnie and Sheila he decides to join Ronnie and disappear. However, they are captured by the vampires and sentenced to death in a mock trial.

This body is more than words on a page that one could call a book of poetry. It is about my life and my faith. It is about friends I have found and our life's journey. It is the love of all that makes us human. It is a way of living that spoke to my soul when I was in danger of losing my soul. In this book I share with those who read some of the things that brought me to the Savior and a better way of life. I am now happier with who I am. Within these pages are examples of how I learned to stand firm in the conviction of one greater than I. I got to know a being who I could have a personal relationship. In learning about him I learned who and what I was to be. I want you to see in this book what I have seen. Faith

The Life and Times of Mac Monroe speaks of three Macs. Dougald McDougald Monroe, the first "Mac," lived May 31, 1890 - November 5, 1974. Mac, Jr., the story teller, was born November 19, 1920. Mac III was born October 20, l955. By observing and examining the times covered by these three lives, this book poses, in many meaningful ways, the questions of what do educators do in a rapidly changing world where there are endless possibilities. Realizing we are all educators, Mac hopes to give the reader a new vision of the possibilities of life, which, if it's promise is realized, will be mind-boggling. Insightful stories spanning the Depression, a world war, three continents, the Civil Rights era and the Baby Boomer generation, Mac, Jr.s' experiences in higher education give great insight and historical perspective to the present struggles of Gens X, Y and Z and how we should live in this ever-changing world. A remarkable journey that will stimulate your thinking about life.