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Ex Situ Conservation and Genetic Rescue of Endangered Polish Cattle and Pig Breeds with the Aid of Modern Reproductive Biotechnology – A Review. ANNALS OF ANIMAL SCIENCE 2021. [DOI: 10.2478/aoas-2021-0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The development and optimization of reproductive biotechnology – specifically semen cryopreservation, spermatological diagnostics, and intraspecies cloning by somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) – have become essential techniques to conserve the genetic resources and establish genetic reserves of endangered or vanishing native Polish livestock breeds. Moreover, this biotechnology is necessary for perpetuating biological diversity and enhancing genetic variability as well as for restoring and reintroducing breeds into anthropogenic agricultural ecosystems. On the one hand, the purpose of our paper is to interpret recent efforts aimed at the ex situ conservation of native cattle and pig breeds. On the other, it emphasizes the prominent role played by the National Research Institute of Animal Production (NRIAP) in maintaining biodiversity in agricultural environmental niches. Furthermore, our paper provides an overview of the conventional and modern strategies of the banking and cryopreservation of germplasm-carrier biological materials and somatic cell lines, spermatological diagnostics, and semen-based and SCNT-mediated assisted reproductive technologies (ART s). These are the most reliable and powerful tools for ex situ protection of the genetic resources of endangered breeds of livestock, especially cattle and pigs.
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Liu Y, Li Y, Hou R, Cai Z, Wang D, Chen J, Li F, Chen Y, An J. Isolation, culture, and characterization of cells derived from giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) semen. In Vitro Cell Dev Biol Anim 2021; 57:381-385. [PMID: 33928488 DOI: 10.1007/s11626-021-00579-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 04/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Yuliang Liu
- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Sichuan Academy of Giant Panda, Province, Chengdu, 610000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Sichuan Academy of Giant Panda, Province, Chengdu, 610000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Sichuan Academy of Giant Panda, Province, Chengdu, 610000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Sichuan Academy of Giant Panda, Province, Chengdu, 610000, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China.,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Key Laboratory of Conservation Biology for Endangered Wildlife, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China. .,Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Province, Chengdu, 610081, Sichuan, China. .,Sichuan Academy of Giant Panda, Province, Chengdu, 610000, Sichuan, China.
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Saini M, Selokar NL, Rajendran R, Kumar D, Kumar P, Yadav PS. Isolation and culture of epithelial cells from stored buffalo semen and their use for the production of cloned embryos. Reprod Fertil Dev 2020; 31:1581-1588. [PMID: 31189072 DOI: 10.1071/rd18356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2017] [Accepted: 04/30/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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The aim of the present study was to isolate somatic cells from semen, a non-invasive source of donor somatic cells, for somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) experiments. The study had two parts: (1) isolation and culture of somatic cells from semen, which was stored at 4°C; and (2) investigating the SCNT competence of semen-derived somatic cells. We successfully cultured somatic cells from freshly ejaculated semen, which was stored for different times (0, 4, 12, 24, 72 and 144h after semen collection) at 4°C, using a Percoll gradient method. Up to 24h storage, 100% cell attachment rates were observed; cell attachment rates of 66% were observed for the 72 and 144h storage groups. The attached cells observed in all groups examined were proliferated (100%). Cultured cells exhibited epithelial cell morphology and culture characteristics, which was further confirmed by positive expression of cytokeratin 18, an epithelial cell-type marker. We compared the SCNT competence of semen-derived epithelial cells and skin-derived fibroblasts. The cleavage rate, blastocyst production rate, total number of cells in blastocysts and the apoptotic index of blastocysts were similar for embryos produced from semen-derived epithelial cells and skin-derived fibroblasts, indicating that semen-derived epithelial cells can serve as donors for SCNT experiments. In conclusion, we demonstrate a method to culture epithelial cells from stored semen, which can be used to produce cloned embryos of breeding bulls, including remote bulls.
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- Monika Saini
- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India; and Corresponding author. ;
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- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India
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- ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Sirsa Road, Hisar-125001, Haryana, India; and Corresponding author. ;
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Saini M, Sheoran S, Vijayalakshmy K, Rajendran R, Kumar D, Kumar P, Sharma RK, Kumar R, Mohnaty TK, Selokar NL, Yadav PS. Semen parameters and fertility potency of a cloned water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) bull produced from a semen-derived epithelial cell. PLoS One 2020; 15:e0237766. [PMID: 32822364 PMCID: PMC7444531 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0237766] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2019] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Semen contains epithelial cells that can be cultured in vitro. For somatic cell nuclear transfer applications, it is essential to know whether clone(s) produced from semen-derived epithelial cells (SedECs) are healthy and reproductively competent. In this study, the semen and fertility profile of a cloned bull (C1) that was produced from a SedEC were compared with its donor (D1) and with two cloned bulls (C2, C3) that were produced from commonly used skin-derived fibroblast cells (SkdFCs). We observed variations in some fresh semen parameters (ejaculated volume and mass motility), frozen-thawed sperm parameters (plasma membrane integrity, and computer-assisted semen analysis (CASA) indices), but values are within the normal expected range. There was no difference in sperm concentration of ejaculated semen and frozen-thawed semen parameters which include sperm motility, percentage of live and normal morphology sperm, and distance traveled through oestrus mucus. Following in vitro fertilization (IVF) experiments, zygotes from C1 had higher (P < 0.05) cleavage rates (81%) than C2, C3, and D1 (71%, 67%, and 75%, respectively); however, blastocyst development per cleaved embryo and quality of produced blastocysts did not differ. The conception rate of C1 was 46% (7/15) and C2 was 50% (8/15) following artificial insemination with frozen-thawed semen. Established pregnancies resulted in births of 7 and 6 progenies sired by C1 and C2, respectively, and all calves show no signs of phenotypical abnormalities. These results showed that semen from a cloned bull derived from SedECs is equivalent to semen from its donor bull and bulls cloned from SkdFCs.
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- Monika Saini
- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Center, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
- * E-mail: (NLS); (PSY)
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- Division of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
- * E-mail: (NLS); (PSY)
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Brom-de-Luna JG, Canesin HS, Wright G, Hinrichs K. Culture of somatic cells isolated from frozen-thawed equine semen using fluorescence-assisted cell sorting. Anim Reprod Sci 2018; 190:10-17. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2017.12.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2017] [Revised: 12/16/2017] [Accepted: 12/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Wisely SM, Ryder OA, Santymire RM, Engelhardt JF, Novak BJ. A Road Map for 21st Century Genetic Restoration: Gene Pool Enrichment of the Black-Footed Ferret. J Hered 2015; 106:581-92. [PMID: 26304983 PMCID: PMC4567841 DOI: 10.1093/jhered/esv041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2015] [Accepted: 06/07/2015] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Interspecies somatic cell nuclear transfer (iSCNT) could benefit recovery programs of critically endangered species but must be weighed with the risks of failure. To weigh the risks and benefits, a decision-making process that evaluates progress is needed. Experiments that evaluate the efficiency and efficacy of blastocyst, fetal, and post-parturition development are necessary to determine the success or failure or species-specific iSCNT programs. Here, we use the black-footed ferret (Mustela nigripes) as a case study for evaluating this emerging biomedical technology as a tool for genetic restoration. The black-footed ferret has depleted genetic variation yet genome resource banks contain genetic material of individuals not currently represented in the extant lineage. Thus, genetic restoration of the species is in theory possible and could help reduce the persistent erosion of genetic diversity from drift. Extensive genetic, genomic, and reproductive science tools have previously been developed in black-footed ferrets and would aid in the process of developing an iSCNT protocol for this species. Nonetheless, developing reproductive cloning will require years of experiments and a coordinated effort among recovery partners. The information gained from a well-planned research effort with the goal of genetic restoration via reproductive cloning could establish a 21st century model for evaluating and implementing conservation breeding that would be applicable to other genetically impoverished species.
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- Samantha M Wisely
- From the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 110 Newins-Ziegler Hall, Gainesville, Florida, 32611 USA (Wisely); San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, 15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, San Diego Zoo Global, Escondido, California, 92027 USA (Ryder); Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology, 2001 North Clark Street, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, 60614 USA (Santymire); Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, 51 Newton Road, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242 USA (Engelhardt); and Revive & Restore, The Long Now Foundation, 2 Marina Boulevard Building A, San Francisco, California, 94123 USA (Novak).
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- From the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 110 Newins-Ziegler Hall, Gainesville, Florida, 32611 USA (Wisely); San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, 15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, San Diego Zoo Global, Escondido, California, 92027 USA (Ryder); Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology, 2001 North Clark Street, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, 60614 USA (Santymire); Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, 51 Newton Road, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242 USA (Engelhardt); and Revive & Restore, The Long Now Foundation, 2 Marina Boulevard Building A, San Francisco, California, 94123 USA (Novak)
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- From the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 110 Newins-Ziegler Hall, Gainesville, Florida, 32611 USA (Wisely); San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, 15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, San Diego Zoo Global, Escondido, California, 92027 USA (Ryder); Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology, 2001 North Clark Street, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, 60614 USA (Santymire); Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, 51 Newton Road, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242 USA (Engelhardt); and Revive & Restore, The Long Now Foundation, 2 Marina Boulevard Building A, San Francisco, California, 94123 USA (Novak)
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- From the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 110 Newins-Ziegler Hall, Gainesville, Florida, 32611 USA (Wisely); San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, 15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, San Diego Zoo Global, Escondido, California, 92027 USA (Ryder); Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology, 2001 North Clark Street, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, 60614 USA (Santymire); Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, 51 Newton Road, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242 USA (Engelhardt); and Revive & Restore, The Long Now Foundation, 2 Marina Boulevard Building A, San Francisco, California, 94123 USA (Novak)
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- From the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 110 Newins-Ziegler Hall, Gainesville, Florida, 32611 USA (Wisely); San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, 15600 San Pasqual Valley Road, San Diego Zoo Global, Escondido, California, 92027 USA (Ryder); Davee Center for Epidemiology and Endocrinology, 2001 North Clark Street, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago, Illinois, 60614 USA (Santymire); Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, 51 Newton Road, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242 USA (Engelhardt); and Revive & Restore, The Long Now Foundation, 2 Marina Boulevard Building A, San Francisco, California, 94123 USA (Novak)
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Beran J, Stádník L, Ducháček J, Toušová R, Louda F, Štolc L. Effect of bulls' breed, age and body condition score on quantitative and qualitative traits of their semen. ACTA UNIVERSITATIS AGRICULTURAE ET SILVICULTURAE MENDELIANAE BRUNENSIS 2014. [DOI: 10.11118/actaun201159060037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Selokar NL, Saini M, Palta P, Chauhan MS, Manik R, Singla SK. Hope for restoration of dead valuable bulls through cloning using donor somatic cells isolated from cryopreserved semen. PLoS One 2014; 9:e90755. [PMID: 24614586 PMCID: PMC3948694 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0090755] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2013] [Accepted: 02/03/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Somatic cells were isolated from cryopreserved semen of 4 buffalo bulls, 3 of which had died over 10 years earlier, and were established in culture. The cells expressed cytokeratin-18, keratin and vimentin indicating that they were of epithelial origin. The cells were used as nuclear donors for hand-made cloning for producing buffalo embryos. The blastocyst rate and quality, as indicated by apoptotic index, were comparable among embryos produced using cells obtained from fresh or frozen-thawed semen or those obtained from conventional cell sources such as skin. Examination of the epigenetic status revealed that the global level of H3K27me3 but not that of H3K9/14ac and H4K5ac differed significantly (P<0.05) among cloned embryos from different bulls. The relative mRNA abundance of HDAC1, DNMT1, P53 and CASPASE 3 but not that of DNMT3a differed in cells and in cloned embryos. Following transfer of 24 cloned embryos produced from fresh semen-derived cells to 12 recipients, one calf weighing 55 kg, which is now 6 months of age and is normal, was born through normal parturition. Following transfer of 20 embryos produced from frozen-thawed semen-derived cells to 10 recipients, 2 became pregnant, one of which aborted in the first trimester; the calf born was severely underweight (17 kg), and died 12 h after birth. The ability of cells derived from fresh and frozen-thawed semen to produce live offspring confirms the ability of these cells to be reprogrammed. Our findings pave the way for restoration of highly precious progeny-tested bulls, which has immense economic importance, and can also be used for restoration of endangered species.
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- Naresh L. Selokar
- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
- Cellular Reprogramming Lab., Department of Animal Physiology and Reproduction, Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
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- Animal Biotechnology Centre, National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, India
- * E-mail:
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