Food Research Council Research Articles

Inositol Trisphosphate and Calcium Mobilization

Agricultural and Food Research Council, Unit of Insect Neurophysiology and Pharmacology, Department of Zoology, University of Cambridge, Downing Street, Cambridge, England

A Computer Ration Evaluation Program for Heifers, Dry Cows, and Lactating Cows

A computer program designed to calculate ration dry matter, crude protein, total digestible nutrients, acid detergent fiber, cost, macrominerals, and microminerals was developed. Feeds, designated by number, and amounts fed are entered by the program user. A library file contains feeds and their standard laboratory analytical concentrations for all nutrients to be evaluated. Modification of Standard nutrient concentrations is made via screen editing. Three screens are used to accommodate all nutrients. The first screen contains dry matter, crude protein, total digestible nutrients, acid detergent fiber, and cost. Screens 2 and 3 contain, respectively, the macrominerals (calcium, phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, sulfur, and potassium) and microminerals (iron, cobalt, copper, manganese, zinc, and selenium). National Research Council's nutrient requirements are calculated and printed on the screen, and the percent of the requirement met by the ration being fed is displayed. This program has been used extensively by extension personnel, faculty, and students for ration evaluation, problem solving, trial-and-error ration balancing, and instruction to demonstrate the principles of ration balancing.

Comparison of muscle protein degradation rates in two strains of young chicks by using Nτ-methylhistidine excretion

Conference Article| April 01 1985 Comparison of muscle protein degradation rates in two strains of young chicks by using Nτ-methylhistidine excretion C. LINDA SAUNDERSON; C. LINDA SAUNDERSON *Agricultural and Food Research Council's Poultry Research Centre, Roslin, Midlothian EH25 9PS, U.K. Search for other works by this author on: This Site PubMed Google Scholar LINDA BRYAN LINDA BRYAN †Department of Applied Biochemistry and Food Science, University of Nottingham School of Agriculture, Sutton Bonington, Leics, LE12 5RD, U.K. Search for other works by this author on: This Site PubMed Google Scholar Biochem Soc Trans (1985) 13 (2): 342. https://doi.org/10.1042/bst0130342 Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Share Icon Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn MailTo Cite Icon Cite Get Permissions Citation C. LINDA SAUNDERSON, LINDA BRYAN; Comparison of muscle protein degradation rates in two strains of young chicks by using Nτ-methylhistidine excretion. Biochem Soc Trans 1 April 1985; 13 (2): 342. doi: https://doi.org/10.1042/bst0130342 Download citation file: Ris (Zotero) Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu toolbar search search input Search input auto suggest filter your search All ContentAll JournalsBiochemical Society Transactions Search Advanced Search Keywords: NτMH, Nτ-methylhistidine (3-methylhistidine) This content is only available as a PDF. © 1985 Biochemical Society1985 Article PDF first page preview Close Modal You do not currently have access to this content.

Measured and predicted caloric expenditure in the acutely ill.

Predicted energy requirements calculated from the Harris-Benedict basal energy expenditure (BEE) formulas, and caloric allowances recommended by the Food and Nutrition Board National Research Council, were compared to metabolic expenditures measured by indirect calorimetry, using a feedback-controlled gas replenishment technique with a prototype device for the continuous determination of oxygen consumption (VO2) and carbon dioxide production (VCO2). In a group of 50 acutely ill surgical patients, predicted metabolic requirements based on ideal body weight (1.75 BEE) averaged 59% greater than metabolic expenditures measured by indirect calorimetry. Metabolic requirements based on actual body weight averaged 52% greater; recommended caloric allowances averaged 39% greater. Thus, accepted methods of predicting metabolic requirements significantly overestimated the caloric needs of these acutely ill patients. These results should encourage the development of new bedside equipment for measuring VO2 and VCO2, so that indirect calorimetry can be used to guide nutritional support in the clinical setting.

Agricultural and Food Research Council Corporate Plan 1984–88

Nutrition BulletinVolume 9, Issue 2 p. 63-63 Agricultural and Food Research Council Corporate Plan 1984–88 First published: May 1984 https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-3010.1984.tb01297.xAboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinked InRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume9, Issue2May 1984Pages 63-63 RelatedInformation

Greater emphasis on food research

The Agricultural and Food Research Council has recently published its first Corporate Plan which describes the Council's strategy until 1988. This outlines the current situation and the implications that the changes in funding will have for the research programme and the structure of the Agricultural and Food Research Service.

Daily Dietary Allowances: Recommended Daily Dietary Allowances: Recommended by Food and Nutrition Board National Research Council, U.S.A.

Daily Dietary Allowances: Recommended Daily Dietary Allowances: Recommended by Food and Nutrition Board National Research Council, U.S.A.