Projects

INVESTIGATION OF GENETIC MECHANISMS FOR IMPROVING THE REGULATION OF FEED INTAKE AND NUTRIENT UTILIZATION IN POULTRY Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 412189

DOES GENETIC SELECTION FOR BODY WEIGHT IN CHICKENS ALTER THE BRAIN'S ABILITY TO REGULATE FEED INTAKE AND ENERGY BALANCE? Reimbursable (R)   Accession Number: 411870

Publications

The Avian Proglucagon System - (Review Article) - (25-Sep-08)

Physiological responses to divergent selection for phytate phosphorus bioavailability in a randombred chicken population - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Sethi, P.K., Mcmurtry, J.P., Pesti, G.M., Aggrey, S.E. 2008. Physiological responses to divergent selection for phytate phosphorus bioavailability in a randombred chicken population. Poultry Science. 87:2512-2516

Expression of proglucagon and proglucagon-derived peptide hormone receptor genes in the chicken - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2008. Expression of proglucagon and proglucagon-derived peptide hormone receptor genes in the chicken [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the Ninth International Symposium on Avian Endocrinology. Abstract Number S4.

Role of 5'-amp-activated protein kinase, carbohydrate response element binding protein and sterol regulatory element binding protein-1 in the regulation of lipid metabolism in broiler chickens - (Abstract)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Richards, M.P., Humphrey, B.D., McMurtry, J.P. 2008. Role of 5'-AMP-activated protein kinase, carbohydrate response element binding protein and steriol regulatory element binding protein-1 in the regulation of lipid metabolism in broiler chickens [abstract]. Nineteenth Annual BARC Poster Day,Abstract Number 27.

The effects of sham versus artificial insemination on differential gene expression in the reproductive tract of turkey (Meleagris Gallapovo) hens - (Abstract)

Bakst, M. 2008. The effects of sham versus artificial insemination on differential gene expression in the reproductive tract of turkey (Meleagris Gallapovo) hens. BARC Poster Day.

Expression of proglucagon and proglucagon-derived peptide hormone receptor genes in the chicken - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2008. Expression of proglucagon and proglucagon-derived peptide hormone receptor genes in the chicken. General and Comparative Endocrinology. 156(2):323-338.

Plasma leptin during reproduction in European Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris) - (Abstract) - (29-Oct-07)

Regulation and Role of Leptin: Poultry - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

McMurtry, J.P. 2008. Regulation and Role of Leptin: Poultry. Encyclopedia of Animal Science. Pond, W. Bell, A., Eds.; Taylor & Francis Group: New York, 2008. Available: http://www.informaworld.com/10.1081/E-EAS-120043424.

The role of feeding regimens in regulating metabolism of sexually mature broiler breeders: hepatic lipid metabolism, plasma hormones and metabolites - (Abstract)

DeBeer, M., Ekmay, R.D., Rosebrough, R.W., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P., Coon, C.N. 2007. The role of feeding regimens in regulating metabolism of sexualy mature broiler breeders: hepatic lipid metabolism, plasma hormones and metabolites [abstract]. International Conference and Exhibition on Veterinary Poultry.

An examination of the role of feeding regimens in regulating metabolism during the broiler breeder grower period 2. Plasma hormones and metabolites - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

DeBeer, M., McMurtry, J.P., Brocht D.M., Coon, C.N., 2008. An examination of the role of feeding regimens in regulating metabolism during the broiler breeder grower period 2. Plasma hormones and metabolites. Poultry Science. 87(2):264-275.

Determination of Differential Gene Expression of the Uterovaginal Tract of Sham versus Artificially Inseminated Turkey (Melleagris Gallapovo) Hens Utilizing Suppressive Subtractive Hybridization - (Abstract)

Foye Jackson, O.T., Long, J.A., Bakst, M.R., Blomberg, L., Mcmurtry, J.P. 2007. Determination of Differential Gene Expression of the Uterovaginal Tract of Sham versus Artificially Inseminated Turkey (Melleagris Gallapovo) Hens Utilizing Suppressive Subtractive Hybridization. BARC Poster Day.

Molecular cloning and expression of the carbohydrate response element binding protein gene and related genes involved in hepatic lipogenesis during post-hatch development of broiler chickens - (Abstract)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Humphrey, B., Richards, M.P., Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Angel, R. 2007. Expression of the carbohydrate response element binding protein gene and related genes involved in hepatic lipogenesis during post-hatch development of broiler chickens [abstract]. Eighteenth Annual BARC Poster Day. p. 40, Abstract Number 33.

Expression of the carbohydrate response element binding protein gene and related genes involved in hepatic lipogenesis during post-hatch development of broiler chickens - (Abstract)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Humphrey, B., Richards, M.P., Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Angel, R. 2007. Expression of the carbohydrate response element binding protein gene and related genes involved in hepatic lipogenesis during post-hatch development of broiler chickens [abstract]. Poultry Science. 86(Supplement 1):paper number 462.

Hormonal control of metabolic substrate use by birds and reptiles - (Abstract)

Sweazea, K.L., McMurtry, J.P., Elsey, R.M., Starck, M., Redig, P., Braun, E.J. 2007. Hormonal control of metabolic substrate use by birds and reptiles [abstract]. Experimental Biology Meeting.

Correlations among metabolic enzyme activities, their mRNA's and hormone levels in broiler chickens - (Abstract)

Rosebrough, R.W., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, John P. 2007. Correlations among metabolic enzyme activities, their mRNA's and hormone levels in broiler chickens. FASEB Journal. p21:400.

Dam line and sire line effects on turkey embryo survival and thyroid hormone concentrations at the plateau stage in oxygen consumption - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Christensen, V.L., Havenstein, G.B., Ort, D.T., McMurtry, J.P., Nestor, K.E. 2007. Dam line and sire line effects on turkey embryo survival and thyroid hormone concentrations at the plateau stage in oxygen consumption. Poultry Science. 86:1861-1872.

Developmental Changes of Plasma Insulin, Glucagon, Insulin-Like Growth Factors, Thyroid Hormones and Glucose Concentrations in Chick Embryos and Hatched Chicks - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lu, J.W., McMurtry, J.P., Coon, C.N. 2007. Developmental changes of plasma insulin, glucagon, insulin-like growth factors, thyroid hormones, and glucose concentrations in chick embryos and hatched chicks. Poultry Science. 86:673-683.

The effect of increased protein intake during the starter and prebreeder periods on reproductive performance of ultra high yield Cobb 700 broiler breeder hens - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Coon, C., de Beer, M., Manangi, M., Lu, J., Reyes, M., Bramwell, K., Sun, J.M., Sakomura, N., Rosebrough, R., Richards, M., McMurtry, J. 2006. The effect of increased protein intake during the starter and prebreeder periods on reproductive performance of ultra high yield Cobb 700 broiler breeder hens. Proceedings of the Arkansas Nutrition Conference. pp 1-24.

Genome-Wide Linkage Analysis to Identify Chromosomal Regions Affecting Phenotypic Traits in the Chicken. Iv. Metabolic Traits - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhou,H., Evock-Clover, C.M., McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2007. Genome-Wide linkage analysis to identify chromosomal regions affecting phenotypic traits in the chicken. IV. Metabolis traits. Poultry Science. 86:267-276.

The Effects of Amnionic Nutrient Administration, "in Ovo Feeding" of Arginine And/or Beta-Hyroxy-Beta-Methybutyrate (Hmb) on Insulin-Like Growth Factors, Energy Metabolism and Growth in Turkey Poults - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Foye, O.T., Uni, Z., McMurtry, J.P., Ferket, P.R. 2006 The effects of amnionic nutrient administration, in ovo feeding of arginine and/or beta-hyroxy-beta-methybutyrate (HMB) on insulin-like growth factors, energy metabolism and growth in turkey poults. International Journal of Poultry Science. 5(4):309-317.

Comparison of Avian and Reptilian Glucose and Ketone Body Levels - (Abstract)

Sweazea, K.L., McMurtry, J.P., Elsey, R.M., Braun, E.J. 2006. Comparison of avian and reptilian glucose and ketone body levels [abstract]. The Physiologist. Abstract 24.10

Molecular Cloning, Genomic Organization and Expression of Three Chicken 5'-Amp-Activated Protein Kinase Gamma (Cprkag) Subunit Genes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Richards, M.P, McMurtry, J.P. 2007. Molecular cloning, genomic organization, and expression of three chicken 5'-AMP-activated protein kinase gamma subunit genes. Poultry Science. 85(11):2031-2041.

Investigation of the insulin-like growth factor system in the avian epiphyseal growth plate. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Leach, R.M.,Jr., Richards, M.P., Praul, B.C., Ford, B.C., McMurtry, J.P. 2007. Investigation of the insulin-like growth factor system in the avian epiphyseal growth plate. Domestic Animal Endocrinology. 33:143-153.

Inhibition of Fatty Acid Lipolysis Does Not Affect Insulin Sensitivity to Glucose Uptake in the Mourning Dove - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Sweazea, K.L., McMurtry, J.P., Braun, E.J. 2006. Inhibition of fatty acid lipolysis does not affect insulin sensitivity to glucose uptake in the mourning dove. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology, Part B. 144:387-394.

Incubation Temperature and Eggshell Conductance Effects on the Intestinal Maturation and Thyroid Function in Commercial Turkey Poults Hatching from the First Cycle Flock - (Abstract)

Funderburk, S.L., Christensen, V.L., Campbell, G.G., Wineland, M.J., Grimes, J.L., Mann, K.M., Neely, E.R., Ort, D.T., Rives, D.V., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Incubation temperature and eggshell conductance effects on the intestinal maturation and thyroid function in commercial turkey poults hatching from a first cycle flock [abstract]. Poultry Science Supplement 1. p. 57.

Incubation Temperature and Eggshell Conductance Effects on the Intestinal Maturation and Thyroid Function in Commercial Turkey Poults Hatching from An Induced Molted Flock - (Abstract)

Funderburk, S.L., Christensen, V.L., Campbell, G.G., Wineland, M.J., Grimes, J.L., Mann, K.M., Neely, E.R., Ort, D.T., Rives, D.V., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Incubation temperature and eggshell conductance effects on the intestinal maturation and thyroid function in commercial turkey poults hatching from an induced molten flock [abstract]. Poultry Science Supplement 1. p. 57.

Identification of 876 New Microsatellite Markers by Using Chicken Genome Sequences - (Abstract)

Kuo, A., Fulton, J., Clover, Ashwell, C., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Identification of 876 new microsatellite markers by using chicken genome sequences [abstract]. Cold Spring Harbor Press Abstract. P18.

Inhibition of Fatty Acid Lipolysis Does Not Affect Insulin Sensitivity to Glucose Uptake in the Mourning Dove - (Abstract)

Sweazea, K.L., McMurtry, J.P., Braun, E.J. 2006. Inhibition of fatty acid lipolysis does not affect insulin sensitivity to glucose uptake in the mourning dove [abstract]. FASEB Journal. 20:A1465.

The Igf System in Chickens: Factors Affecting Gene Expression in Muscle and Liver - (Abstract)

Kuo, A., Clover, C.M., Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Mitchell, A.D., Caperna, T.J., Li, C., Kahl, S., Elsasser, T.H. 2006. The IGF system in chickens: Factors affecting gene expression in muscle and liver [abstract]. Journal of Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology. 20:A172.

The Relationship of Body Composition, Feed Intake, and Metabolic Hormones for Broiler Breeder Females - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Sun, J.M., Richards, M.P., Rosebrough, R.W., Ashwell, C.M., McMurtry, J.P., Coon, C.N. 2006. The relationship of body composition, feed intake and metabolic hormones for broiler breeder females. Poultry Science. 85:1173-1184.

Chicken Microsatellite Repeats: Jungle Fowl Vs Commercial Birds - (Abstract)

Kuo, A., Fulton, J., Clover, C.M., Ashwell, C., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Chicken microsatellite repeats: Jungle fowl vs commercial birds [abstract]. Plant and Animal Genome. Paper No.P561-241.

Molecular Cloning and Characterization of Chicken Amp-Activated Protein Kinase Gamma Subunit Genes - (Abstract)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Molecular cloning and characterizaton of chicken AMP-activated protein kinase gamma subunit genes [abstract]. Plant and Animal Genome IV. P. 241. Abstract Number P557.

Characterization of the Amp-Activated Protein Kinase Pathway in Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Proszkowiec-Weglarz, M., Richards, M.P., Ramachandran, R., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Characterization of the AMP-activated protein kinase pathway in chickens. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part B. 143:92-106.

Studies on Doses of Methimazole (Mmi) and Its Administration Regimen on Broiler Metabolism - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R., Russell, B.A., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Studies on doses of methimazole (MMI) and its administration regimen on broiler metabolism. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. 143:35-41.

Meleagris Gallopavo Proglucagon (Gcg), Class a Mrna, Complete Cds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Meleagris gallopavo preproglucagon A (GCG) mRNA, complete cds [abstract]. GenBank Accession No. DQ217597.

Meleagris Gallopavo Proglucagon (Gcg), Class B Mrna, Complete Cds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Meleagris gallopavo preproglucagon B (GCG) mRNA, complete cds [abstract]. GenBank Accession No. DQ217598.

Gallus Gallus Preproglucagon (Gcg) Gene, Complete Cds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Gallus gallus preproglucagon (GCG) gene, complete cds, alternatively spliced [abstract]. GenBank Accession No. DQ185929.

Gallus Gallus Preproglucagon (Gcg), Class a Mrna, Transcript Variant 1, Complete Cds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Gallus gallus preproglucagon A (GCG) mRNA, complete cds, alternatively spliced [abstract]. GenBank Accession No. DQ185930.

Gallus Gallus Preproglucagon (Gcg), Class B Mrna, Transcript Variant 1, Complete Eds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Gallus gallus preproglucagon B (GCG) mRNA, complete cds, alternatively spliced [abstract]. GenBank Accession No. DQ185931.

Overfeeding-Induced Ovarian Dysfunction in Broiler Breeder Hens Is Associated with Lipotoxicity - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Chen, S.E., McMurtry, J.P., Walzem, R.L. 2006. Overfeeding-induced ovarian dysfunction in broiler breeder hens is associated with lipotoxicity. Poultry Science. 85.70-81.

Characterization and Expression of Chicken and Turkey Ghrelin and Ghrelin Receptor Genes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2006. Characterization of turkey and chicken ghrelin genes, and regulation of ghrelin and ghrelin receptor mRNA levels in broiler chickens. General and Comparative Endocrinology. 145(3):298-310.

Developmental Changes in Amniotic and Allantoic Fluid Insulin-Like Growth Factor (Igf)-I and -Ii Concentrations of Avian Embryos - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Karcher, D.M., McMurtry, J.P., Applegate, T.J. 2005. Developmental changes in amniotic and allantoic fluid insulin-like growth factor (IGF) - I and -II concentrations of avian embryos. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part A. 142:404-409.

The Effect of Pre and Postmolt Diets High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Molt Programs on Skeletal Integrity and Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I of White Leghorns - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mazzuco, H., McMurtry, J.P., Kuo, A.Y., Hester, P.Y. 2005 The effect of pre- and postmolt diets high in n-3 fatty acids and molt programs on skeletal integrity and insulin-like growth factor-I of white leghorns. Poultry Science. 84:1735-1749.

Effects of Dietary Conjugated Linoleic Acid on Growth and Body Composition of Control and Igf-I Transgenic Pigs - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mitchell, A.D., Pursel, V.G., Elsasser, T.H., McMurtry, J.P., Bee, G. 2005. Effects of dietary conjugated linoleic acid on growth and body composition of control and IGF-I. Animal Research. 54:5.

Characterization and Expression of the Chicken Proglucagon and Corresponding Receptor Genes - (Abstract)

Poch, S.M., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Characterization and expression of the chicken proglucagon and corresponding receptor genes. BARC Poster Day.

Expression of Insulin-Like Growth Factor System Genes in Liver and Brain Tissue During Embryonic and Post-Hatch Development of the Turkey - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Expression of insulin-like growth factor system genes in liver and brain tissue during embryonic and post-hatch development of the turkey. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. 141A:76-86.

Expression of the Proglucagon and Companion Receptor Genes in Chickens - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2005. Expression of the proglucagon and companion receptor genes in chickens [abstract]. Poultry Science. 84(Supplement 1):55. Paper No. T43.

Lysine Deficiencies Alter Body Weight, Feed Intake and Plasma Triiodothyronine, But Not Thyroxine, Insulin-Like Growth Factors I and III Or Liver Weights in Growing Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Carew, L., McMurtry, J., Alster, F. 2005. Effects of lysine deficiencies on plasma levels of thyroid hormones, insulin-like growth factors I and II, liver and body weights, and feed intake in growing chickens. Poultry Science. 84:1045-1050.

Melegris Gallopavo Insulin-Like Growth Factor-Ii (Igf-Ii) Precursor Mrna, Complete Eds - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., Clarke, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. Melegris gallopavo insulin-like growth factor-II (IGF-II) precursor MRNA, complete EDS. GenBank, 2004. Accession No. AY829236.

Meleagris Gallopavo Insulin-Like Growth Factor-Ii (Igf-Ii) Precursos Gene, Intron 3 - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., Clarke, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. Meleagris gallopavo insulin-like growth factor-II (IGF-II) precursor gene, intron 3. GenBank 2004. Accession No. AY829237.

Effect of Molting and Pre and Post-Molt Diets High in Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Circulating Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 in White Leghorns - (Abstract)

Mazzuco, H., McMurtry, J.P., Hester, P.Y. 2005. Effect of molting and pre- and post-molt diets high in omega-3 fatty acids on circulating insulin-like growth factor-1 in White Leghorns [abstract]. Poultry Science. 84(Suppl.1):110.

Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene Polymorphism Associations with Growth, Body Composition, Skeleton Integrity, and Metabolic Traits in Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhou, H., Mitchell, A.D., McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2005.Insulin-like growth factor 1 gene polymorphism associations with growth, body composition, skeleton integrity, and metabolic traits in chickens. Poultry Science. 84(2):212-219.

Interactions among Endocrine, Nutritional and Genetic Factors Controlling Metabolism in the Broiler - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R.W., McMurtry, J.P., Richards, M.P., Mitchell, A.D., Ramsay, T.G., Ashwell, C.M. 2005. Interactions among endocrine, nutritional and genetic factors controlling metabolism in the broiler. Avian and Poultry Biology Reviews. 16(2):95-100.

Concentrations of Insulin-Like Growth Factors I and II in Embryonic Fluids of Chickens, Ducks, and Turkeys - (Abstract)

Karcher, D.M., McMurtry, J.P., Applegate, T.J. 2004. Concentrations of insulin-like growth factors I and II in embryonic fluids of chickens, ducks, and turkeys [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83 (Suppl. 1):420.

Unique Responses of Pancreatic Phospholipid Metabolism of Broiler Hens in Response to Increased Plasma Glucose and Lipid Concentrations - (Abstract)

Chen, S.E., McMurtry, J.P., Walzem, R.L. 2004. Unique responses of pancreatic phospholipids metabolism of broiler hens in response to incresed plasma glucose and lipid concentration [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83(Suppl.1):111.

Developmental Changes of Plasma Insulin, Glucagon, Igf-I, Igf-Ii, Thyroid Hormones, and Glucose Concentration in Chick Embryo - (Abstract)

Lu, J., McMurtry, J.P., Coon, C.N. 2004. Developmental changes of plasma insulin, glucagons, IGF-I, IGF-II, thyroid hormones, and glucose concentration in chick embryo [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83 (Suppl.1):192.

Ghrelin-Growth Hormone Relationship in the Coccidial Infected Chicken - (Abstract)

Allen,P., Richards, M., Poch, S., Vasilatos-Younken, R. 2004. Ghrelin-growth hormone relationship in the coccidial-infected chicken [abstract]. Biotechnologie, Agronomie Societe et Environnement 8:44.

Associations of Single Nucleotide Polymorphism in Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1 Gene with Growth, Body Composition, Skeleton Integrity, and Metabolic Traits in Chickens - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Zhou, H., Mitchell, A.D., McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Lamont, S.J. 2004. Associations of single nucleotide polymorphism in insulin-like growth factor 1 gene with growth, body composition, skeleton integrity, and metabolic traits in chickens. World Poultry Congress Proceedings, p. 1-4.

Characterization and Expression of the Avian Ghrelin Gene - (Abstract)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2004. Characterization and expression of the avian ghrelin gene [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83 (Suppl.1):191.

Effect of Poultry Diet on Phosphorus Loss in Runoff from Soils Amended Withpoultry Manure and Compost - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Vadas, P.A., Meisinger, J.J., Sikora, L.J., Mcmurtry, J.P. 2004. Effect of poultry diet on phosphorus loss in runoff from soils amended withpoultry manure and compost. Journal of Environmental Quality. 33(5):1845-1854.

Plasma Clearance and Tissue Distribution of Radiolabeled Leptin in the Chicken - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

McMurtry, J.P., Ashwell, C.M., Brocht, D.M., Caperna, T.J. 2004. Plasma clearance and tissue distribution of radiolabeled leptin in the chicken. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology. Part A 138:27-32.

Peripheral Leptin Administration Alters Hormone and Metabolite Levels in the Young Pig - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Ramsay, T.G., Bush, J.A., McMurtry, J.P., Thivierge, M.C., Davis, T.A. 2004. Peripheral leptin administration alters hormone and metabolite levels in the young pig. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology, Part A. 138:17-25.

Further Studies on Protein Reversals and Metabolism in the Broiler - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rosebrough, R.W., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2004. Further studies on dietary protein reversals and lipid metabolism in the broiler. Growth, Development & Aging. 68, 19-32.

The Effects of Methionine Deficiencies on Plasma Levels of Thyroid Hormones, Insulin-Like Growth Factors I and Ii, Liver and Body Weights, and Feed Intake in Growing Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Carew, L.B., McMurtry, J.P., Alster, R.A. 2003. The effects of methionine deficiencies on plasma levels of thyroid hormones, insulin-like growth factors I and II, liver and body weights, and feed intake in growing chickens. Poultry Science 82:1932-1938.

Expression of Insulin-Like Growth Factor (Igf) Genes in Liver and Brain Tissue During Embryonic and Post-Hatch Development of the Turkey - (Abstract)

Richards, M., Poch, S., Clarke, S., McMurtry, J. 2003. Expression of insulin-like growth factor (IGF) genes in liver and brain tissue during embryonic and post-hatch development of the turkey [abstract]. Poultry Science. v.82 (Suppl 1):81.

Insulin-Like Growth Factor Gene Expression in Turkey Liver and Brain During Embryonic and Post Hatch Development - (Abstract)

Poch, S.M., Richards, M.P., Clarke, S.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2003. Insulin-like growth factor gene expression in turkey liver and brain during embryonic and post hatch development [abstract]. BARC Poster Day. Abstract No. 20.

Eimeria Acervulina Infection Elicits An Elevation in Plasma Ghrelin and Changes in Other Metabolic Hormones - (Abstract)

McMurtry, J.P., Allen, P.C., Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., Brocht, D. 2003. Eimeria acervulina infection elicits an elevation in plasma ghrelin and changes in other metabolic hormones [abstract]. Poultry Science. v.82:84.

The Development of a Homologous Radioimmunoassay for Chicken Leptin - (Abstract)

McMurtry, J.P., Brocht, D.M., Ashwell, C., Allen, P., Leach, R., Coon, C. 2003. The development of a homologous radioimmunoassay for chicken leptin [abstract]. Poultry Science. v. 82(Suppl. 1):85.

Peripheral Leptin Administration Alters Hormone and Metabolite Levels in the Young Pig - (Abstract)

Ramsay, T.G., Bush, J.A., McMurtry, J.P., Thivierge, M.C., Davis, R.A. 2003. Peripheral leptin administration alters hormone and metabolite levels in the young pig [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. v.81(Suppl. 1):95.

Methimzole, Thyroid Hormone Replacement and Lipogenic Enzyme Gene Expression in Broilers - (Abstract)

Rosebrough, R.W., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2003. Methimzole, thyroid hormone replacement and lipogenic enzyme gene expression in broilers [abstract]. Poultry Science. v. 82(Suppl 1):77.

Further Studies on Protein Reversals and Metabolism in the Broiler - (Abstract)

Rosebrough, R.W., Richards, M.P., McMurtry, J.P. 2003. Further studies on protein reversals and metabolism in the broiler [abstract]. Poultry Science. v. 82 (Suppl. 1) Abstract p. 77.

Expression of Selected Genes Related to Lipid Metabolism in Broiler Breeder Chickens - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Richards, M.P., Poch, S.M., Coon, C.N., Rosebrough, R.W., Ashwell, C.M., McMurtry, J.P. 2003. Expression of selected genes related to lipid metabolism in broiler breeder chickens. Journal of Nutrition. 133:707-715.

Methimzole and Thyroid Hormone Replacement in Broilers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Domestic Animal Endocrinology 24:231-242, 2003.

Changes in Manure Extractable Phosphorus with Metal Addition and Composting - (Abstract)

Sikora, L.J., Meisinger, J.J., McMurtry, J.P., Butzler, R.E. 2002. Changes in manure extractable phosphorus with metal addition and composting [abstract]. Northeast Branch of American Society of Agronomy.

Endocrine and Metabolite Adaptations in the Thermoconditioned Chicken in Response to High Ambient Temperature - (Abstract)

McMurtry, J., Yahav, S., Brocht, D., Ashwell, C., Rosebrough, R., Kahl, S., Leach, R. 2002. Endocrine and metabolite adaptations in the thermoconditioned chicken in response to high ambient temperature. Poultry Science. v. 81:214.