Browsing Brage NMBU by Author "Våge, Dag Inge"
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A missense mutation in growth differentiation factor 9 (GDF9) is strongly associated with litter size in sheep
Våge, Dag Inge; Husdal, Maren; Kent, Matthew Peter; Klemetsdal, Gunnar; Boman, Inger Anne (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2013) -
A novel role for pigment genes in the stress response in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Kahn, Uniza Wahid; Øverli, Øyvind; Hinkle, Patricia M.; Pasha, Farhan Ahmad; Johansen, Ida Beitnes; Berget, Ingunn; Silva, Patricia; Kittilsen, Silje; Höglund, Erik; Omholt, Stig William; Våge, Dag Inge (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2016) -
Association between single-nucleotide polymorphisms within candidate genes and fertility in Landrace and Duroc pigs
Tremoen, Nina Hårdnes; van Son, Maren; Andersen-Ranberg, Ina; Grindflek, Eli; Myromslien, Frøydis Deinboll; Gaustad, Ann Helen; Våge, Dag Inge (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Finding effective predictors of traits related to boar fertility is essential for increasing the efficiency of artificial insemi‑nation systems in pig breeding. The objective of this study was to find associations between ... -
Characterization and optimization of the ParB_INT imaging tool
Isom, Martine Mesel (Master thesis, 2020)Partitioning B (ParB) proteins are key to the prokaryotic partitioning machinery which ensures proper segregation of replicated plasmid DNA strands. ParB proteins bind specifically to a centromere-like parS sequence, from ... -
Characterization of chromatin-bound interactome of cyclin-dependent kinase 12 (CDK12)
Berg, Sigrid Karlsen (Master thesis, 2020)Proper gene expression relies on control by an abundant number of factors and mechanisms, and the orchestration of these fine-tuned programs is fundamental in cellular functionality. Transcription regulation by RNA polymerase ... -
Characterization of genes and gene products influencing carotenoid metabolism in Atlantic salmon
Zoric, Nina (PhD Thesis;2017:36, Doctoral thesis, 2017)Distinct red flesh color is a unique trait of the fish genera Oncorhynchus, Salvelinus, Salmo and Parahucho. In this thesis we have investigated its molecular basis in Atlantic salmon to better understand how and why it ... -
Demyelinating polyneuropathy in goats lacking prion protein.
Skedsmo, Fredrik Strebel; Malachin, Giulia; Våge, Dag Inge; Hammervold, Mie Marie; Salvesen, Øyvind; Ersdal, Cecilie; Ranheim, Birgit; Stafsnes, Marit Hallvardsdotter; Bartosova, Zdenka; Bruheim, Per; Jäderlund, Karin Hultin; Matiasek, Kaspar; Espenes, Arild; Tranulis, Michael A. (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Studies in mice with ablation of Prnp, the gene that encodes the cellular prion protein (PrPC), have led to the hypothesis that PrPC is important for peripheral nerve myelin maintenance. Here, we have used a nontransgenic ... -
Detection of runs of homozygosity in Norwegian Red: Density, criteria and genotyping quality control
Hillestad, Borghild; Woolliams, John Arthur; Boison, Solomon Antwi; Grove, Harald; Meuwissen, Theodorus; Våge, Dag Inge; Klemetsdal, Gunnar (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018) -
Effect of cobalt on fatty acid composition in milk of dairy cows and sows
Karlengen, Inger Johanne (PhD Thesis;2011:75, Doctoral thesis, 2011)Previous research revealed that supplementing excess cobalt (Co) reduces bovine milk content of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), probably mediated by the enzyme Δ9 -desaturase. The general aim of this research project ... -
Epigenetic and genetic adaptation in experimental yeast populations
Stenberg, Simon (PhD Thesis;2019:23, Doctoral thesis, 2019)Evolution is a highly complex process where life change over time by the influence of relatively simple forces. Bringing evolution into the lab is a valuable asset to answer questions about processes that shape evolution. ... -
Fish welfare and color of skin and fillets of Atlantic Salmon from two genetic lines exposed to repeated hypoxia prior to harvesting
Røsvik, Marte (Master thesis, 2022)Oxygen is a fundamental necessity for the fitness and survival of Atlantic salmon. Hypoxia is reduced access to oxygen and low levels of oxygen in body tissues, which affects the welfare, immune response, and product quality ... -
Genetic characterization of a small closed island population of Norwegian coastal goat
Berg, Peer; Groeneveld, Linn Fenne; Brekke, Cathrine; Våge, Dag Inge; Sørheim, Kristin; Grøva, Lise (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020)The Norwegian coastal goat is a national and endangered breed. Coastal goat populations are mainly divided with a large mainland and two small island populations. The objective of this study is to describe genetic diversity ... -
Genome editing in food and feed production – implications for risk assessment
Bodin, Johanna Eva; Thorstensen, Tage; Alsheikh, Muath K; Basic, Dean; Edvardsen, Rolf Brudvik; Dalen, Knut Tomas; das Neves, Carlos Gonçalo; Duale, Nur; Eklo, Ole Martin; Ergon, Åshild Gunilla; Jevnaker, Anne-Marthe Ganes; Hindar, Kjetil; Håvarstein, Leiv Sigve; Malmstrøm, Martin; Nielsen, Kaare Magne; Olsen, Siri Lie; Rueness, Eli Knispel; Sanden, Monica; Sipinen, Ville Erling; Vikse, Rose; von Krogh, Kristine; Våge, Dag Inge; Wargelius, Anna; Wendell, Micael; Yazdankhah, Siamak Pour; Alexander, Jan; Bruzell, Ellen Merete; Hemre, Gro Ingunn; Vandvik, Vigdis; Agdestein, Angelika; Elvevoll, Edel O.; Hessen, Dag Olav; Hofshagen, Merete; Husøy, Trine; Knutsen, Helle Katrine; Krogdahl, Åshild; Nilsen, Asbjørn Magne; Rafoss, Trond; Skjerdal, Olaug Taran; Steffensen, Inger-Lise Karin; Strand, Tor Arne; Velle, Gaute; Wasteson, Yngvild (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) initiated this work to examine the extent to which organisms developed by genome-editing technologies pose new challenges in terms of risk assessment. This ... -
Genome editing in food and feed production – implications for risk assessment. Opinion of the Steering Committee of the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment
Bodin, Johanna Eva; Thorstensen, Tage; Alsheikh, Muath; Basic, Dean; Edvardsen, Rolf Brudvik; Dalen, Knut Tomas; das Neves, Carlos Gonçalo; Duale, Nur; Eklo, Ole Martin; Ergon, Åshild Gunilla; Jevnaker, Anne-Marthe Ganes; Hindar, Kjetil; Håvarstein, Sigve; Malmstrøm, Martin; Nielsen, Kaare Magne; Olsen, Siri Lie; Rueness, Eli Knispel; Sanden, Monica; Sipinen, Ville Erling; Vikse, Rose; von Krogh, Kristine; Våge, Dag Inge; Wargelius, Anna Sofie Troedsson; Wendell, Per Hans Micael; Yazdankhah, Siamak Pour; Alexander, Jan; Bruzell, Ellen Merete; Hemre, Gro Ingunn; Vandvik, Vigdis; Agdestein, Angelika; Elvevoll, Edel O.; Hessen, Dag Olav; Hofshagen, Merete; Husøy, Trine; Knutsen, Helle Katrine; Krogdahl, Åshild; Nilsen, Asbjørn Magne; Rafoss, Trond; Skjerdal, Olaug Taran; Steffensen, Inger-Lise Karin; Strand, Tor Arne; Velle, Gaute; Wasteson, Yngvild (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021) -
Genome editing in food and feed production – implications for risk assessment. Scientific Opinion of the Scientific Steering Committee of the Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment
Bodin, Johanna Eva; Thorstensen, Tage; Alsheikh, Muath K; Basic, Dean; Edvardsen, Rolf Brudvik; Dalen, Knut Tomas; Duale, Nur; Eklo, Ole Martin; Ergon, Åshild Gunilla; Jevnaker, Anne-Marthe Ganes; Hindar, Kjetil; Håvarstein, Leiv Sigve; Malmstrøm, Martin; Nielsen, Kaare Magne; Olsen, Siri Lie; Rueness, Eli Knispel; Sanden, Monica; Sipinen, Ville Erling; von Krogh, Kristine; Våge, Dag Inge; Wargelius, Anna; Wendell, Per Hans Micael; Yazdankhah, Siamak Pour; Alexander, Jan; Bruzell, Ellen Merete; Hemre, Gro Ingunn; Vandvik, Vigdis; Agdestein, Angelika; Elvevoll, Edel O.; Hessen, Dag Olav; Hofshagen, Merete; Husøy, Trine; Knutsen, Helle Katrine; Krogdahl, Åshild; Nilsen, Asbjørn Magne; Rafoss, Trond; Skjerdal, Olaug Taran; Steffensen, Inger-Lise Karin; Strand, Tor Arne; Velle, Gaute; Wasteson, Yngvild (VKM report;2021:18, Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) initiated this work to examine the extent to which organisms developed by genome-editing technologies pose new challenges in terms of risk assessment. This ... -
Genomic and functional gene studies suggest a key role of beta-carotene oxygenase 1 like (bco1l) gene in salmon flesh color
Helgeland, Hanna; Sodeland, Marte; Zoric, Nina; Torgersen, Jacob Seilø; Grammes, Fabian; Moen, Thomas; Kjøglum, Sissel; Lien, Sigbjørn; Våge, Dag Inge (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Red coloration of muscle tissue (flesh) is a unique trait in several salmonid genera, including Atlantic salmon. The color results from dietary carotenoids deposited in the flesh, whereas the color intensity is affected ... -
Genomic regions and signaling pathways associated with indicator traits for feed efficiency in Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar)
Dvergedal, Hanne; Harvey, Thomas Nelson; Jin, Yang; Ødegård, Jørgen; Grønvold, Lars; Sandve, Simen Rød; Våge, Dag Inge; Moen, Thomas; Klemetsdal, Gunnar (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2020) -
Identification of sperm parameters and gene variants influencing boar fertility
Tremoen, Nina Hårdnes (PhD Thesis;2018:37, Doctoral thesis, 2018)Boar fertility has a major impact on overall pig reproductive efficiency, and good semen quality is essential for successful fertilization and proper embryo development. Thus finding semen characteristics that can predict ... -
Inbreeding determined by the amount of homozygous regions in the genome
Hillestad, Borghild (PhD Thesis;2015:41, Doctoral thesis, 2017-11-30)The main aim of this PhD was to study long homozygote segments present in the genome in Norwegian Red, and find genomic options to measure inbreeding more accurately than from a pedigree database. Prior to the study, runs ... -
Insertion of an endogenous Jaagsiekte sheep retrovirus element into the BCO2 - gene abolishes its function and leads to yellow discoloration of adipose tissue in Norwegian Spælsau (Ovis aries).
Kent, Matthew Peter; Moser, Michel; Boman, Inger Anne; Lindtveit, Kristine; Arnyasi, Mariann; Sundsaasen, Kristil Kindem; Våge, Dag Inge (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Background: The accumulation of carotenoids in adipose tissue leading to yellow fat is, in sheep, a heritable recessive trait that can be attributed to a nonsense mutation in the beta-carotene oxygenase 2 (BCO2) gene. ...