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Mathematical modelling in animal nutrition
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The primary purpose of each of the subsequent chapters of this book is to promulgate quantitative approaches concerned with elucidating mechanisms in a particular area of the nutrition of ruminants, pigs, poultry, fish or pets. Given the diverse scientific backgrounds of the contributors of each chapter (the chapters in the book are arranged according to subject area), the imposition of a rigid format for presenting mathematical material has been eschewed, though basic mathematical conventions are adhered to.
Linear models for determining digestibility -- Nonlinear functions in animal nutrition -- Interesting simple dynamic growth models -- The dilemma in models of intake regulation -- Models to measure and interpret exchange of metabolites across the capillary bed of intact organs -- Models to measure and interpret exchange of metabolites across the capillary bed of intact organs -- Modelling methane emissions from farm livestock -- Supporting measurements required for evaluation of greenhouse gas emission models for enteric fermentation and stored animal manure -- Data capture: development of a mobile open-circuit ventilated hood system for measuring real-time gaseous emissions in cattle -- Efficiency of amino acid utilization in simple-stomached animals and humans : a modelling approach -- Compartmental models of protein turnover to resolve isotope dilution data -- Assessment of protein and amino acid requirements in adult mammals, with specific focus on cats, dogs, and rabbits -- Mathematical representation of the partitioning of retained energy in the growing pig -- Aspects of energy metabolism and energy partitioning in broiler chickens -- Modelling phosphorus metabolism -- Methodological considerations for measuring phosphorus utilization in pigs -- The prediction of the consequences of pathogen challenges on the performance of growing pigs -- Factors regulating feed efficiency and nutrient utilization in beef cattle -- Models of nutrient utilization by fish and potential applications for fish culture operations -- Integrated approaches to evaluate nutritional strategies for dairy cows -- Modelling lactation potential in an animal model -- The diary of Molly -- Modelling sugarcane utilization by dairy cows in the tropics -- Simulation exercises for animal science MSc students
edited by James France and Ermias Kebreab.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.