Intestinal Homeostasis and Its Regulatory Role in Animal Growth and Development
A special issue of Veterinary Sciences (ISSN 2306-7381). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Microbiology, Parasitology and Immunology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 March 2026 | Viewed by 11
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Interests: animal growth regulation; interaction between intestinal microorganisms and hosts
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Interests: animal reproductive development; pathogenic mechanisms
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Intestinal homeostasis is crucial for maintaining the balance between nutrient absorption, immune defense, and microbial ecology, fundamental processes for optimal animal growth and development. Disruptions in gut homeostasis can impair digestive efficiency, alter lipid and energy metabolism, and increase susceptibility to infections, ultimately compromising growth performance and health. Recent advances in molecular biology, microbiome research, and nutritional interventions have provided new insights into the complex regulatory networks that link gut physiology with systemic growth pathways, including hormonal signaling, epigenetic modifications, and metabolic regulation. Moreover, the gut microbiota has emerged as a key regulator of nutrient utilization, immune maturation, and host resilience to environmental stressors, thereby directly influencing growth efficiency in livestock and companion animals. Understanding the mechanisms underlying intestinal homeostasis and its regulatory role in growth and development is essential for improving animal health, enhancing feed efficiency, and promoting sustainable animal production systems. This Special Issue aims to highlight current research and innovative strategies that explore the interplay between gut homeostasis, growth regulation, and animal well-being.
Prof. Dr. Shifeng Pan
Dr. Penggang Liu
Dr. Liangli Song
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- intestinal homeostasis
- gut microbiota
- animal growth
- developmental biology
- nutrient metabolism
- lipid metabolism
- Immune regulation
- host–microbe interactions
- feed efficiency
- sustainable animal production
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