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View article: Seasonal Chemical Composition and Related Gene Expression Profiles in Three Mullet Species, and Their Effect on Nutritional Value
Seasonal Chemical Composition and Related Gene Expression Profiles in Three Mullet Species, and Their Effect on Nutritional Value Open
The Mugilidae family comprises several euryhaline species of significant ecological and economic value in global fisheries and aquaculture. Despite close taxonomic relationships, Chelon auratus, Chelon ramada and Mugil cephalus differ nota…
View article: Treatment with crocin attenuates cardiac metabolic disturbances and subsequent inflammation in streptozotocin-induced diabetes
Treatment with crocin attenuates cardiac metabolic disturbances and subsequent inflammation in streptozotocin-induced diabetes Open
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder closely associated with cardiac dysfunction. Natural products are considered potential candidates for the management of DM. Crocin, a natural carotenoid derived from saffron, has been reported…
View article: Unraveling the metabolic gene expression and energetic patterns of the seasonally acclimatized gilthead seabream
Unraveling the metabolic gene expression and energetic patterns of the seasonally acclimatized gilthead seabream Open
View article: Influence of Key Physicochemical Factors on the Temporal Dynamics of Invasive and Native Ascidian Settlement
Influence of Key Physicochemical Factors on the Temporal Dynamics of Invasive and Native Ascidian Settlement Open
In an effort to monitor ascidian recruitment in mussel aquaculture facilities, a series of settlement plates (20 × 20 cm) were placed in a mussel farm located in the Amvrakikos Gulf (Ionian Sea). The plates were vertically deployed on floa…
View article: Supplementing Freezing Medium with Crocin Exerts a Protective Effect on Bovine Spermatozoa Through the Modulation of a Heat Shock-Mediated Apoptotic Pathway
Supplementing Freezing Medium with Crocin Exerts a Protective Effect on Bovine Spermatozoa Through the Modulation of a Heat Shock-Mediated Apoptotic Pathway Open
The supplementation of freezing medium with crocin results in an amelioration of post-thawing sperm quality, as determined by motility and viability. This study aimed to examine the molecular mechanisms underlying the ameliorative effect o…
View article: Growth Performance of Gilthead Sea Bream (<i>Sparus aurata</i>) Fed Low Fish Meal Diets With an Innovative Mixture of Low Trophic Ingredients
Growth Performance of Gilthead Sea Bream (<i>Sparus aurata</i>) Fed Low Fish Meal Diets With an Innovative Mixture of Low Trophic Ingredients Open
This study examined the growth performance, cellular signaling, and gut microbiome of gilthead sea bream ( Sparus aurata ) fed four diets using low‐trophic‐level ingredients for 65 days. Control (C) diet contained fish meal (FM) as the mai…
View article: Treatment with Pterostilbene Ameliorates the Antioxidant Status of Bovine Spermatozoa and Modulates Cell Death Pathways
Treatment with Pterostilbene Ameliorates the Antioxidant Status of Bovine Spermatozoa and Modulates Cell Death Pathways Open
Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) play an important role in sperm physiology. They are required in processes such as capacitation and fertilization. However, the exposure of spermatozoa to ROS generated from internal or external sources may cr…
View article: Fan Mussel (Pinna nobilis L.) Spat Collection, Monitoring of Early Growth and Conservation Implications by Deploying Conventional Aquaculture Methodology
Fan Mussel (Pinna nobilis L.) Spat Collection, Monitoring of Early Growth and Conservation Implications by Deploying Conventional Aquaculture Methodology Open
Pinna nobilis, endemic to the Mediterranean Sea, has been experiencing a gradual population decline over recent decades due to anthropogenic pressures on its ecosystems. However, since 2016, its populations have suffered significant reduct…
View article: The Role of Erythropoietin in Bovine Sperm Physiology
The Role of Erythropoietin in Bovine Sperm Physiology Open
Erythropoietin (EPO), a hormone secreted mainly by the kidney, exerts its biological function by binding to its cell-surface receptor (EpoR). The presence of EPO and EpoR in the male and female reproductive system has been verified. Theref…
View article: Effects of Four Weeks of In-Season Pre-Workout Supplementation on Performance, Body Composition, Muscle Damage, and Health-Related Markers in Basketball Players: A Randomized Controlled Study
Effects of Four Weeks of In-Season Pre-Workout Supplementation on Performance, Body Composition, Muscle Damage, and Health-Related Markers in Basketball Players: A Randomized Controlled Study Open
This randomized, double-blinded, experimental study investigated the effects of a four-week daily pre-workout supplementation (200 mg caffeine, 3.3 g creatine monohydrate, 3.2 g β-alanine, 6 g citrulline malate, and 5 g BCAA) vs. placebo (…
View article: Influence of temperature on embryonic development of Pontastacus leptodactylus freshwater crayfish, and characterization of growth and osmoregulation related genes
Influence of temperature on embryonic development of Pontastacus leptodactylus freshwater crayfish, and characterization of growth and osmoregulation related genes Open
View article: Dietary <i>Tenebrio molitor</i> larvae meal effects on cellular stress responses, antioxidant status and intermediate metabolism of <i>Oncorhynchus mykiss</i>
Dietary <i>Tenebrio molitor</i> larvae meal effects on cellular stress responses, antioxidant status and intermediate metabolism of <i>Oncorhynchus mykiss</i> Open
In the context of evaluating the impact of environmentally friendly and sustainably produced alternative protein sources in fish feed, the present study's aim was to examine the overall physiological stress response in one of the main fish…
View article: Environmentally Friendly and Efficient Methods for Mitigating the Density of Ascidian Fouling in Mediterranean Mussel Farming
Environmentally Friendly and Efficient Methods for Mitigating the Density of Ascidian Fouling in Mediterranean Mussel Farming Open
Ascidian biofouling generates significant challenges to bivalve aquaculture. Their rapid spread across almost every available surface leads to increased maintenance costs and reduced yields in shellfish farming. In addition, ascidians may …
View article: Evidence for Beneficial Physiological Responses of the Land Snail Cornu aspersum to Probiotics’ (Lactobacillus plantarum) Dietary Intervention
Evidence for Beneficial Physiological Responses of the Land Snail Cornu aspersum to Probiotics’ (Lactobacillus plantarum) Dietary Intervention Open
A large variety of microorganisms ingested with food constitute animals’ intestinal microflora, enhancing and maintaining the homeostasis of the host. Rations enriched with probiotics are a method recommended to prevent undesirable conditi…
View article: Partial Substitution of Fresh Microalgae with Baker’s Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) Enhances the Growth of Juvenile Ostrea edulis and Ruditapes decussatus
Partial Substitution of Fresh Microalgae with Baker’s Yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) Enhances the Growth of Juvenile Ostrea edulis and Ruditapes decussatus Open
The hatchery culture of bivalve mollusks depends on feeding with fresh microalgae which represent up to 50% of the production costs. We investigated the growth performance of juvenile Ostrea edulis and Ruditapes decussatus un…
View article: Major ascidian species with negative impacts on bivalve aquaculture: Current knowledge and future research aims
Major ascidian species with negative impacts on bivalve aquaculture: Current knowledge and future research aims Open
Biofouling constitutes one of the main obstacles in the sector of shellfish farming. Under this perspective, it is of highly importance to critically combine the updated information regarding the invasive potential of ascidian species, tog…
View article: Impact of Aged and Virgin Polyethylene Microplastics on Multi End-Points Effects of Freshwater Fish Tissues
Impact of Aged and Virgin Polyethylene Microplastics on Multi End-Points Effects of Freshwater Fish Tissues Open
View article: Heat hardening enhances metabolite-driven thermoprotection in the Mediterranean mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis
Heat hardening enhances metabolite-driven thermoprotection in the Mediterranean mussel Mytilus galloprovincialis Open
Introduction: Temperature affects organisms’ metabolism and ecological performance. Owing to climate change, sea warming constituting a severe source of environmental stress for marine organisms, since it increases at alarming rates. Rapid…
View article: Antioxidant Defense of Mytilus galloprovincialis Mussels Induced by Marine Heatwaves in Correlation with Marteilia Pathogen Presence
Antioxidant Defense of Mytilus galloprovincialis Mussels Induced by Marine Heatwaves in Correlation with Marteilia Pathogen Presence Open
Background: The effects of climate change negatively affect marine bivalves’ health. Lately, the intensity of marine heatwaves poses serious threats to the aquatic environment setting of high-risk bivalve farming. Since temperature increas…
View article: Breeding Substrate Containing Distillation Residues of Mediterranean Medicinal Aromatic Plants Modulates the Effects of Tenebrio molitor as Fishmeal Substitute on Blood Signal Transduction and WBC Activation of Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata)
Breeding Substrate Containing Distillation Residues of Mediterranean Medicinal Aromatic Plants Modulates the Effects of Tenebrio molitor as Fishmeal Substitute on Blood Signal Transduction and WBC Activation of Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata) Open
This work assesses the dietary use of two insect meals of Tenebrio molitor (TM) larvae reared in conventional (TM-10) or MAP-enriched substrates (MAP-TM-10) as fish meal replacements (10%) in the diets of gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata).…
View article: Breeding Substrate Containing Distillation Residues of Mediterranean Medicinal Aromatic Plants Modulates the Effects of Tenebrio molitor as Fishmeal Substitute on Blood Signal Transduction and WBC Activation of Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata)
Breeding Substrate Containing Distillation Residues of Mediterranean Medicinal Aromatic Plants Modulates the Effects of Tenebrio molitor as Fishmeal Substitute on Blood Signal Transduction and WBC Activation of Gilthead Seabream (Sparus aurata) Open
This work assesses the dietary use of two insect meals of Tenebrio molitor (TM) larvae reared in conventional (TM-10) or MAPs-enriched substrates (MAP-TM-10) as fish meal replacements (10%) in the diets of gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata)…
View article: Mediterranean Aquaculture and Genetic Pollution: A Review Combined with Data from a Fish Farm Evaluating the Ecological Risks of Finfish Escapes
Mediterranean Aquaculture and Genetic Pollution: A Review Combined with Data from a Fish Farm Evaluating the Ecological Risks of Finfish Escapes Open
Mediterranean finfish aquaculture is mainly represented by the production of the gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata) and sea bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) growing in marine cage farms. Despite the numerous benefits of fish farming, the ecolog…
View article: The Probiotic Phaeobacter inhibens Provokes Hypertrophic Growth via Activation of the IGF-1/Akt Pathway during the Process of Metamorphosis of Greater Amberjack (Seriola dumerili, Risso 1810)
The Probiotic Phaeobacter inhibens Provokes Hypertrophic Growth via Activation of the IGF-1/Akt Pathway during the Process of Metamorphosis of Greater Amberjack (Seriola dumerili, Risso 1810) Open
Metamorphosis entails hormonally regulated morphological and physiological changes requiring high energy levels. Probiotics as feed supplements generate ameliorative effects on host nutrient digestion and absorption. Thereby, the aim of th…
View article: The Effect of Acute Pre-Workout Supplement Ingestion on Basketball-Specific Performance of Well-Trained Athletes
The Effect of Acute Pre-Workout Supplement Ingestion on Basketball-Specific Performance of Well-Trained Athletes Open
A pre-workout supplement’s (PWS; 200 mg caffeine, 3.3 g creatine monohydrate, 3.2 g β-alanine, 6 g citrulline malate and 5 g branched chained amino acid (BCAA) per dose) acute effects on the alactic (jumping, sprinting, agility), lactic (R…
View article: Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics Utilization in Crayfish Aquaculture and Factors Affecting Gut Microbiota
Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Synbiotics Utilization in Crayfish Aquaculture and Factors Affecting Gut Microbiota Open
Aquaculture is affected by numerous factors that may cause various health threats that have to be controlled by the most environmentally friendly approaches. In this context, prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics are frequently incorporat…
View article: Seasonality in Synergism with Multi-Pathogen Presence Leads to Mass Mortalities of the Highly Endangered Pinna nobilis in Greek Coastlines: A Pathophysiological Approach
Seasonality in Synergism with Multi-Pathogen Presence Leads to Mass Mortalities of the Highly Endangered Pinna nobilis in Greek Coastlines: A Pathophysiological Approach Open
Mortalities of Pinna nobilis populations set at risk the survival of the species from many Mediterranean coastline habitats. In many cases, both Haplosporidium pinnae and Mycobacterium spp. are implicated in mass mortalities of P. nobilis …
View article: Effects of dietary substitution of fishmeal by black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) meal on growth performance, whole-body chemical composition, and fatty acid profile of Pontastacus leptodactylus juveniles
Effects of dietary substitution of fishmeal by black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) meal on growth performance, whole-body chemical composition, and fatty acid profile of Pontastacus leptodactylus juveniles Open
Freshwater crayfish are considered as aquatic products of high quality and high nutritional value. The increasing demand has led to populations reduction in several locations throughout their range. Thus, the development of appropriate rea…
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View article: Metabolic remodeling caused by heat hardening in the Mediterranean mussel <i>Mytilus galloprovincialis</i>
Metabolic remodeling caused by heat hardening in the Mediterranean mussel <i>Mytilus galloprovincialis</i> Open
Organisms can modify and increase their thermal tolerance faster and more efficiently after a brief exposure to sublethal thermal stress. This response is called ‘heat hardening’ as it leads to the generation of phenotypes with increased h…