The gut–brain–mitochondria axis in heat-stressed poultry: Mechanisms and implications for health and productivity
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/aoas-2027-0015 | Journal eISSN: 2300-8733 (formerly 1642-3402) | Journal ISSN: 1642-3402
Language: English
Page range: 38 - 64
Submitted on: Feb 13, 2026
Accepted on: Jul 28, 2026
Published on: Oct 13, 2026
Published by: National Research Institute of Animal Production
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