Browsing Doctoral theses (BioVit) by Subject "Nutrition"
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Carbohydrate digestion in horses : methods, processing, and future perspectives
(PhD Thesis;2022:7, Doctoral thesis, 2022)Understanding the digestion of nutrients in different segments of the gastro-intestinal tract of horses is important for correct feed evaluation. This thesis aimed to examine starch and fibre digestion and fermentation in ... -
Novel protein sources in diets for weaned piglets – effect on growth performance, gut function, and health
(PhD Thesis;2022:50, Doctoral thesis, 2022)The world is facing a growing food demand from an ever-increasing population. To meet this challenge, new resources must be utilized through innovative solutions. Meat is a valuable protein source in the human diet. However, ... -
Rearing of Norwegian Red replacement heifers; Short- and long-term effects of dietary energy and protein levels on growth characteristics and adipose tissue gene expression
(PhD thesis;Thesis number 2019:12, Doctoral thesis, 2019)This thesis is part of a larger research project aimed at assessing the impact of calf and youngstock development on dairy cow production and profitability. The potential impact of heifer growth on future milk yield has ...