Animal Project

CURRICULUM VITAE

Milad Manafi

Associate Professor, Department of Animal Science, Malayer University, 65719– 95863, Malayer, Iran.

Qualification

Institution Degree Grade Year

Veterinary College,

Karnataka Veterinary Animal &

Fisheries Sciences Uni., Hebbal, Ph.D. 91.0 2009

Bangalore, India. (Poultry Science)

Contact

Email: *******@********.**.**, ************@*****.*** Telefax: 0098-81-32355416

Positions

Associate Professor, Department of Animal Science, Malayer University, Malayer, Iran (March 2016 – Ongoing).

In charge of office for International Student Affairs at Malayer University, Malayer, Iran (Aug. 2014 – ongoing).

Head, International Relations Bureau at Malayer University, Malayer, Iran (July 2011 – ongoing).

Head, Department of Animal Science, Malayer University, Malayer, Iran (Aug. 2010 – Dec. 2012).

Assistant Professor, Department of Animal Science, Malayer University, Malayer, Iran (Jan. 2010 – March 2016).

International Research Activity:

Malayer University Representative in registering Malayer Grape in “Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAS), by FAO.

Malayer University Erasmus Coordinator of Mobility Credit Project (2018-2020), An Erasmus Plus project, funded by European Union (EU), coordinated by Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Vilnius, Lithuania, with total budget of 500.000 Euro.

Malayer University Erasmus Coordinator of Mobility Credit Project (2017-2019), An Erasmus Plus project, funded by European Union (EU), coordinated by Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Vilnius, Lithuania, with total budget of 500.000 Euro.

Malayer University Erasmus Coordinator of Mobility Credit Project, An Erasmus Plus project, funded by European Union (EU), coordinated by SupAgro School of Agricultural Technology, Montpelier, INRA, France, with total budget of 500.000 Euro.

Malayer University Erasmus Coordinator of GeoNetC Project, An Erasmus Plus – Capacity Building project, funded by European Union (EU), coordinated by Lund University, Sweden, with total budget of 1 Million Euro. Editorial Activity:

Associate Editor, Journal of Applied Animal Research, Talyor & Francis Publication, U.K.

Editorial Advisory Board Member, InTech Publication.

Expert Member of International Society for Applied Ethology.

Special International Member of Japan Poultry Science Association. Area of Teaching

Poultry production systems

Applied animal nutrition

Animal production

Speciality Areas:

Poultry nutrition

Digestive physiology

Poultry production and management

Mycotoxins in poultry feed and mycotoxin resistant chickens Research Interests:

Mycotoxins in poultry feed and ameliorate its adverse effects by nutritional and biotechnological approaches.

Development of digestive function in poultry and other farm animals.

Nutritional application of biotechnological feed additives (microbial enzymes, prebiotics, probiotics, etc.).

Effects of nutrients and antinutritional factors on poultry growth and health.

Evaluation of alternative feed resources for poultry in enriching the nutritional value of Agro-Industrial by-products.

Management of broilers and broiler breeders; in both, controlled environment system (window less) as well as open sides of poultry farms (broilers, layers, broiler breeders, ducks and turkeys).

Recent Publications:

Journal Papers:

85. M. Manafi, M. Hedayati, N. Pirany and Omede Apeh Akwu (2019). Comparison of performance and feed digestibility of the non-antibiotic feed supplement (Novacid) and an antibiotic growth promoter in broiler chickens. Poultry Science. 98(2): 904- 911.

84. F. Beyranvand, S. Khalaji, A. Zamani and M. Manafi (2018). Effects of gelatin prepared from calf bones rich in phosphorous on broiler performance, bone characteristics and digestive enzyme activity. British Poultry Science. 60(1): 31-38. 83. M. Manafi, M Hedayati, and H. Arak (2018). The effect of concomitant use of ethanolic mixtures extractions of Thyme and Oregano on performance and morphology of grastrointestinal tracts in broilers fed contaminated feed with Aflatoxin B1. Animal Science Researches. 28(3): 1-16.

82. Davarian, A. M Hedayati, S. Khalaji and M. Manafi (2018). Comparison of the effect of Nettle and Elaeangus fruit powders and their mixture on performance and egg quality and quantity characteristics of laying hens at the end of the production phase. Animal Science Researches. 28(3): 97-111.

81. M. Manafi (2018). Impact of Application of Natural Toxin Binder on Performance, Humoral Imumune Response, Cecal Microbial population and Changes in Small Intestine Morphology of Broilers Fed with Diet Contaminated with Aflatoxin B1. Journal of Veterinary Research. 73(3): 273-282.

80. M. Hedayati and M. Manafi (2018). Evaluation of Anherbal Compound, a Commercial Probiotic, and an Antibiotic Growth Promoter on the Performance, Intestinal Bacterial Population, Antibody Titers, and Morphology of the Jejunum and Ileum of broilers. Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science. 20(2): 305-316. 79. M. Dalvand, M. Hedayati and M. Manafi (2018). Effect of Ginger, Nettle and Mixtures of Both on Performance, Blood Parameters and Carass Characteristics of Broilers. Research on Animal Production. 9(20): 36-42. 78. M. Manafi, F. Mohebi, M. Hedayati and M. Yari (2018). Evaluation of production, biochemical, immunity and antioxidant parameters in Hy-Line W- 36 laying hens fed diets containing growth promoter antibiotic and feed additive mixture. Iranian Journal of Animal Science. 49(1): 95-112.

77. M. Manafi, M. Hedayati and S. Mirzaie (2018). Probiotic Bacillus Species and Saccharomyces boulardii improve performance, gut history and immunity in broiler chickens. South African Journal of Animal Science. 48(2): 379-389. 76. M. Manafi, and M. Hedayati (2017). Effect of using Organic Acids Combination on Performance, Production Traits, Biochemical Parameters and Ileal Morphology at the End of Production Phase of Layer Japanese Quails. Research on Animal Production. 8(18): 57-65.

75. Hedayati, M., A. Sheikholeslami, M. Manafi, and M. Yari (2017). Comparison effect of ethanoic extract of chicory root with antibiotic growth promoter on blood parameters, humoral Immune response and colony counts of broilers. Journal of Animal Science Researchers. 27(3): 115-130.

74. Hedayati, M., M. Manafi, Almasi, Sh. R. Karimi (2018). Effect of methanolic and aqueous extraction and yaghooti grape pulp (V. venifera) in comparison with commercial antioxidants (BHT) on performance, immunity responses, serum antioxidant activity and cecum bacterial population of Broilers. Iranian Journal of Animal Science. 48(3): 439-451.

73. M. Manafi (2018). Toxicity of aflatoxin B1 on laying Japanese quails (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Journal of Applied Animal Research. 46(1): 953-959. 72. Hedayati, M. and M. Manafi (2017).Evaluation of a herbal compound, commercial probiotic and antibiotic growth promoter on performance, intestinal bacterial population, antibody titers and morphology of the jejunum and ileum in broilers. Revista Brasileira de Ciência Avícola / Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science. Accepted for Publication.

71. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji and F. Mohebi (2016). Evaluation of feeding A herbal promoting compound and Phosphoflavomycin antibiotic on performance, blood metabolites, intestinal bacterial community and Ileal Morphology of Layer Japanese Quails. Animal Science Journal (Pazhohesh & Sazandegi). 115: 271- 286.

70. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji and N. Pirany (2017). Efficacy of Bacillus subtilis and bacitracin methylene disalicylate on growth performance, digestibility, blood metabolites, immunity, and intestinal microbiota after intramuscular inoculation with Escherichia coli in broilers. Poultry Science, 96 (5): 1174-1183. doi.org/10.3382/ps/pew347.

69. M. Yari, M. Manafi, M. Hedayati, R. Karimi and A. Jonker (2017). Nutritional Value, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopic Molecular Structures, Mycotoxines and Heavy Metals Concentration of Un-Ripe, Ripe and Sun-Dried Fruit from ‘Sultana’ Grapevine for Ruminants. Iranian Journal of Applied Animal Science. 7(3): 411- 420.

68. Hosseini, S.M., M. Manafi and Nazarizadeh (2017). Effects of Xylanase Supplementation and Citric Acid on Performance, Ileal Nutrients Digestibility, and Gene Expression of Intestinal Nutrient Transporters in Broilers Challenged with Clostridium perfringens. Journal of Poultry Science, 54: 149-156. DOI: 10.2141/ jpsa.0160099.

67. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji and M. Kamely (2016). Assessment of a natural, non-antibiotic blend on performance, blood biochemistry, intestinal microflora, and morphology of broilers challenged with Escherichia coli. Revista Brasileira de Zootecnia. 45(12):745-754, 2016

66. Hosseini, S.M., M. Bashtani, H. Nazarizadeh and M. Manafi (2016). Effects of diet form and particle size on performance, digestive tract development and intestinal mast cell numbers in young broiler chicks. European Poultry Science (Archiv für Geflügelkunde), 18: 1-16. DOI: 10.1399/eps.2016.161 65. Manafi, M., L. Aghakasiri, M. Hedayati and F. Mohebi (2016). Comparisonal Effect of Garlic Powder (Alium Sativum) and Growth Promoter Antibiotic in Ross 308 Broilers. Applied Animal Research Journal, 17: 83-94. 64. Hedayati, M., M. Manafi and S. Khalaji. (2016). Comparison Study of A Diet Containing Saccharomysis Sereviceae and Organic Acid Supplements on Performance, Morphology of Intestine and Ceal Bacterial Count in Broilers. Applied Animal Research Journal, 17: 63-72.

63. Hedayati, M. and M. Manafi. (2016). Effect of different levels of plant-based growth promoter on blood biochemical characteristics, microflora population and immune system of broilers. Research in Animal Nutrition, 3(2): 27-34). 62. Pirany, N. and M. Manafi. (2016). Applying Different Genetic Distances and UPGMA Method to Find the Best Topology in Chicken Population Using Microsatellite Markers. Genetics in the 3rd Millennium, 13(4): 4106- 4111. 61. Saki, A.A., M. Abdolmaleki, S. Mirzaie Goudarzi, P. Zamani, E. Taheri and M. Manafi. (2016). Effect of folic acid supplementation on egg folate content and laying hens performance. Animal Science Journal (Pazhohesh & Sazandegi). 109: 35- 44.

60. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and S. Khalaji (2016). Effectiveness of Phytogenic Feed Additive as Alternative to Bacitracin Methylene Disalicylate on Hematological Parameters, Intestinal Histomorphology and Microbial Population and Production Performance of Japanese Quails. Asian-Australian Journal of Animal Science. 29(9): 1300-1308.

59. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and S. Khalaji (2016). Assessment of a Probiotic Containing Bacillus Subtilis on Performance and Gut Health of Laying Japanese Quails

(Coturnix coturnix japonica). Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science. 19(4): 599-606. 58. Khosravinia, H. and M. Manafi (2016). Broiler chicks with slow-feathering (K) or rapid-feathering (k+) genes: Effects of environmental stressors on physiological adaptive indicators up to 56 h posthatch. Poultry Science, 95 8): 1719-1725 doi:10.3382/ps/pew107.

57. Nourmohammadi, R., H. Khosravinia, N. Afzali and M. Manafi (2016). Effects on Productive Performance, Tibia Calcium and Phosphorous Retention, and Liver Enzymes Activity of Acidified and Alkalinized Diets in Broiler Chicken. Annals of Animal Science, 16(3): 797-809.

56. Manafi, M. and M. Hedayati (2016). Combinational Effects of Thyme and Rosemary Ethanolic Extractions in Reducing the Effects of Aflatoxin B1 in Broilers. Animal Science Journal (Pazhohesh & Sazandegi), 112: 105-116. 55. Yari, M., S. Valinezhad, M. Manafi, Z. Ghaseminezhad, A. Kolivand and A. S. Zolhavarieh (2016). Nutritional Value of Raisin by- Product and its Effect on Late Flower Alfalfa Hay Fermentation Profile and Nutrient Availability in Ruminants. Iranian Journal of Animal Science Research, 8(2): 271-283. 54. Khalaji, S., M. Manafi, Z. Olfati, M. Hedyati, M. Latifi and A. Veysi. (2016). Replacing soybean meal with gelatin extracted from cow skin and corn protein concentrate as a protein source in broiler diets. Poultry Science, 95 (2): 287-297 doi:10.3382/ps/pev330. 53. Saki, A.A., M. Haghighat, A. Yousefi, and M. Manafii (2015). The effects of polyunsaturated fatty acids on ascites incidence in broiler chickens. Iranian Journal of Animal Science, 64(3): 325-334.

52. Salari, J., A.A. Saki, M. Abbasinezhad and M. Manafii (2015). The effects of polyunsaturated fatty acids on ascites incidence in broiler chickens. Animal Science Journal (Pazhohesh & Sazandegi), 108: 95-100.

51. Saki, A.A., H. Mahmoudi, A. Eskandarlou, and M. Manafii (2015). Effect of determination of in ovo injection of bovin lactoferrin before incubation in layer breeder eggs on strength tissue characteristics of tibia and performance after hatch. Animal Science Journal

(Pazhohesh & Sazandegi), 108: 169-180.

50. Manafi, M., N. Pirany, M. Noor Ali, M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji, and M. Yari (2015). Experimental pathology of T-2 toxicosis and mycoplasma infection on performance and hepatic functions of broiler chickens. Poultry Science, 94(7): 1483- 1492.doi:10.3382/ps/pev115.

49. Manafi, M., H. Arak and Hedayati, M. 2015. The effects of inclusion of various levels of aflatoxin B1 on performance, relative weights of internal organs and blood parameters of Japanese quail during the growing period (1-28 days). Animal Science Journal

(Pazhohesh & Sazandegi), 107: 33-40.

48. A. Babaei, M. Manafi and H. Tavafi. 2015. Effect of the Leaf Extract of Aloe vera on Growth, Production of Alatoxin B1 and profile of Extracellular Proteins of Aspergillus flavus in vitro. Journal of Cellular and Molecular Researches (Iranian Journal of Biology), 28(1): 35-44.

47. Manafi, M. 2015. Comparison Study of a Natural Non-Antibiotic Growth Promoter and a Commercial Probiotic on Growth Performance, Immune Response and Biochemical Parameters of Broiler Chicks. The Journal of Poultry Science (Japan), 52: 274-281. 46. M. Yari, M. Manafi, M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji, S. Valinejad, R. Valizadeh and M. Hosseini Ghaffari. 2015. Prediction of energy contents and potential nutrient supply of raisin byproducts for ruminants using National Research Council feeding system and in vitro gas production method. Research Opinions in Animal & Veterinary Sciences, 5(6): 284-289.

45. Hedayati, M. and M. Manafi (2015). Comparison Study of immune stimulant herbal compound and a commercial probiotic on blood biochemical parameters, Immune response and intestinal bacterial counts of broiler chickens. Research in Animal Nutrition, 1(2): 51-60.

44. Manafi, M., H. Asgari and M. Hedayati (2015). The Effect of Ethanolic Extraction of Pennyroyal (Menthe pulegium) In Comparison With an Antibiotic Growth Prompter on Blood Biochemical Parameters, Weight of Internal Organs and Intestinal Bacterial Counts in Broilers. Research in Animal Nutrition, 1(2): 39-49. 43. M. Yari, M. Manafi, M. Hedayati, S. Khalaji, M. Mojtahedi, R. Valizadeh and M. Hosseini Ghaffari. 2015. Nutritive value of several raisin by-products for ruminants evaluated by chemical analysis and in situ ruminal degradability. Research Opinions in Animal & Veterinary Sciences, 5(4): 198-204.

42. H. Hedayati, M. Manafi, S. Khalaji, M. Yari, A. Esapour, E. Nazari and F. Mohebi (2015). Combination Effect of Probiotic and Organic Acids on Blood Biochemistry and Immunity Parameters of Broilers. International Journal of Agriculture Innovations and Research, 3(4): 1289-1293.

41. Hedayati M., M. Manafi, M. Yari and S.V. Mousavipour (2014). Commercial Broilers Exposed to Aflatoxin B1: Efficacy of a Commercial Mycotoxin Binder on Internal Organ Weights, Biochemical Traits and Mortality. International Journal of Agriculture and Forestry, 4(5): 351-358.

40. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and M. Yari (2014). Aflatoxicosis and Herbal Detoxification: The Effectiveness of Thyme Essence on Performance Parameters and Antibody Titers of Commercial Broilers Fed Aflatoxin B1. Research in Zoology, 4(2): 43-50. 39. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and M. Yari (2014). The Efficacy of Thyme Essence on Internal Organ Weights, Biochemical Traits and Mortality of Broilers Fed Aflatoxin B1. International Journal of Agriculture and Forestry, 4(4): 286-292. 38. Hedayati M., Manafi, M. and M. Yari (2014). Aflatoxicosis in Broilers: Efficacy of a Commercial Mycotoxin Binder on Performance and Immunity Parameters. International Journal of Ecosystem, 4(4): 176-183.

37. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and M. Yari (2014). Application of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) Essence on Chicks Fed Aflatoxin B1: Impacts on Internal Organ Weights, Biochemical Traits and Mortality. Research in Zoology, 4(1): 13-19. 36. Manafi, M., M. Hedayati and M. Yari (2014). Effectiveness of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.) Essence on Performance and Immune Parameters of Broilers during Aflatoxicosis. Advances in Life Sciences, 4(3): 166-173. 35. M. Hedayati, M. Manafi, M. Yari and P. Vafaei (2014). Effect of a Growth Promoter Concentrate on Performance Parameters and Visceral Organ Weights of Commercial Broiler Chickens. Plant Cell Biotechnology and Molecular Biology, 15(1&2): 67-78. 34. M. Hedayati, M. Manafi, M. Yari and P. Vafaei (2014). Efficacy of A Growth Promoter Concentrate on Biochemical Parameters and Immune Response of Commercial Broilers. Advances in Life Sciences, 4(2): 52-58.

33. M. Hedayati, M. Manafi, M. Yari and A. Avara (2014). The Influence of an Acidifier Feed Additive on Biochemical Parameters and Immune Response of Broilers. Annual Research & Review in Biology, 4(10): 1637-1645.

32. A. Babaei, H. Tavafi, M. Manafi and A. Fahimifar (2014). Comparing the in vitro antifungal activity of various Aloe vera leaf extracts on Aspergillus flavus growth and aflatoxin B1 production. Feyz, 17(6): 537-44.

31. A. Babaei, M. Manafi and H. Tavafi (2014). Effect of Aloe vera Extracts on Production of Aflatoxin B1 and Extracellular Proteins by Aspergillus flavus. Annual Research & Review in Biology, 4(6): 978-984.

30. M. Hedayati, M. Manafi, M. Yari and P. Vafaei (2013). Effects of Supplementing Diets with an Acidifier on Performance Parameters and Visceral Organ Weights of Broilers. European Journal of Zoological Research, 2(6): 49-55. 29. A. Babaei, M. Manafi and H. Tavafi (2013). Study on Effect of Aloe vera Leaf Extracts on Growth of Aspergillus flavus. Annual Review & Research in Biology, 3(4): 1091-1097. 28. R. Zafarian and M. Manafi (2013). Effect of Garlic Powder on Methane Production, Rumen Fermentation and Milk Production of Buffaloes. Annual Review & Research in Biology, 3(4): 1013-1019.

27. Manafi, M. and H. Khosravinia (2013). Effects of Aflatoxin on the Performance of Broiler Breeders and Its Alleviation by Herbal Mycotoxin Binder. Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology. 15: 55-63.

26. B. Mohammad Parast, M. Rasouli, M. Manafi and V. Agrawal (2012). Quantification of Psoralen in Plant Parts of Psoralea Corylifolia growing in vivo and in vitro and Enhancement of Psoralen by Organic Elicitors. Analytical Chemistry Letters, 2(4): 227-234.

25. Mohan, K., K. Jayakumar, H. D. Narayanaswamy, M. Manafi and B. H. Pavithra (2012). An initial safety assessment of hepatotoxic and nephrotoxic potential of intramuscular ketoprofen at single repetitive dose level in broiler chickens. Poultry Science. 91:1308- 1314.

24. M. Manafi, H.N.N. Murthy and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Evaluation of Different Mycotoxin Binders on Broiler Breeders Induced With Aflatoxin B1: Effects on Visceral Organ Weight and Organ Lesions Parameters. American-Eurasian Journal of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. 12 (5):574-578. 22. M. Manafi, H.N.N. Murthy, N. Pirany and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Comparative Study of Several Mycotoxin Binders During Aflatoxicosis in Body Weight, Feed Consumption, Feed Efficiency and Egg Production Parameters of Broiler Breeders. Global Veterinaria. 8(5): 484-490.

21. M. Manafi, H.N.N. Murthy, K. Mohan and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Evaluation of Different Mycotoxin Binders on Broiler Breeders Induced with Aflatoxin B1: Effects on Fertility, Hatchability, Embryonic Mortality, Residues in Egg and Semen Quality. Global Veterinaria. 8(6): 642-648.

20. M. Manafi, H.N.N. Murthy and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Evaluation of Different Mycotoxin Binders on Aflatoxicosis in Broiler Breeders Induced with Aflatoxin B1: Effects on Biochemical and Immunological Parameters. American-Eurasian Journal of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. 12(4): 429-433. 19. M. Manafi, H.N.N. Murthy, M. Noor Ali and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Evaluation of Different Mycotoxin Binders on Broiler Breeders Induced with Aflatoxin B1 : Effects on Egg Quality Parameters. World Applied Sciences Journal. 17(3): 271-277. 18. M. Manafi, B. Umakantha, K. Mohan and H.D. Narayana Swamy (2012). Synergistic Effects of Two Commonly Contaminating Mycotoxins (Aflatoxin and T-2 Toxin) on Biochemical Parameters and Immune Status of Broiler Chickens. World Applied Sciences Journal. 17(3): 364-367.

17. M. Manafi, B. Umakantha, H.D. Narayana Swamy and M. Noor Ali (2012). Study of the Combination Effects of Aflatoxin and T-2 Toxin on Performance Parameters and Internal Organs of Commercial Broilers. Global Veterinaria. 8(4): 393-396. 16. Manafi, M. (2012). Counteracting Effect of High Grade Sodium Bentonite during Aflatoxicosis in Broilers. Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology. 14: 539- 547.

15. Darmel, M. Bayer, K. Mohan, K. Jayakumar, Milad Manafi and B. H. Pavithra (2012). Simple Cannulation Procedure for Serial Blood Sampling Through Cutaneous Ulnar Vein in Chickens. Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science. 15(91): 91-100. 14. Khosravinia, H., M. Manafi and Rafiei Alavi, E. (2011). Effects of polysorbate-80 on liver and kidney function in broiler chicken during juvenile growth period. International Journal for Biotechnology and Molecular Biology Research. 2(10): 179-184. 13. Manafi, M., H. Bagheri and M. Yazdani (2011). Effect of Polyzyme in Broilers Fed with Corn

(Zea mays L.) Bran-Based Diets. Advances in Environmental Biology. 5(7): 1651- 1655.

12. Manafi, M., K. Mohan, and M. Noor Ali (2011). Effect of Ochratoxin A on Coccidiosis- Challenged Broiler Chicks. World Mycotoxin Journal. 4(2): 177-181. 11. Mohan, K., N. B. Shridhar, K. Jayakumar and M. Manafi (2010). Comparison of Milk Estrogen and Progesterone Concentration In Induced Heifers and Normally Calved Lactating Cows. Asian Journal of Animal and Veterinary Advances. 5(4): 260-265. 10. Manafi, M., B. Umakantha, H. D. Narayana Swamy and K. Mohan (2009). Evaluation of High-Grade Sodium Bentonite on Performance and Immune Status of Broilers, Fed Ochratoxin and Aflatoxin. World Mycotoxin Journal. 2(4): 435-440. 9. Nagaraj, M., B. Sharanagouda, H. Manjunath and M. Manafi (2009). Standardization of different levels of lactose hydrolysis in the preparation of lactose hydrolyzed yoghurt. Iranian Journal of Veterinary Research. 10(2): 132-136. 8. Manafi, M., H.D. Narayanaswamy and N. Pirany (2009). In vitro Binding Ability of Mycotoxin Binder in Commercial Broiler Feed. African Journal of Agricultural Research. 4 (2): 141-143.

7. Manafi, M., B. Umakantha and H.D. Narayanaswamy (2009). Evaluation of Clay material to Adsorb Mycotoxins in Chicken Diet. Indian Veterinary Journal. 86(12): 1246-1249. 6. K. Mohan, K. Jayakumar, H.D. Narayana Swamy, N. B. Shridhar, M.D. Bayer and M. Manafi

(2008). Hepatotoxicity of Acetaminophen in Chickens. Journal of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology. 7(1-2): 48-49.

5. Manafi, M. and Jaya Naik (2009). Effect of Feed Processing on Pelleted Poultry Feed. Asian Feed. January/February, 28-31.

4. Milad Manafi and Jaya Naik. (2008). Feed Mixing: A Prospective on Uniformity. Poultry Punch. 24(10): 11-23.

3. Milad Manafi. (2008). Ante-Mortem Examination of Poultry. World Poultry. 24(4): 43-45. 2. Milad Manafi, Jaya Naik, M.C. Shivakumar. (2007). Grain Storage: Consideration to Maintain Quality. Poultry Punch. 24(1): 51-62.

1. Ankur Shrivastava, Milad Manafi and T. Munegowda. (2005). Control Measures to Overcome the effects of Residues in Eggs. Poultry Punch. 22(2): 28-33. Books:

Manafi, M. (2017). "Poultry Science", DOI: 10.5772/61986; ISBN 978-***-**-****-2, Print ISBN 978-***-**-****-5, 238 pages, Publisher: InTech, Chapters published February 15, 2017 under CC BY 3.0 license (Book Editor).

Manafi, M. (2012). "Effects of Some Mycotoxin Binders on Aflatoxicosis in Broiler Breeders". ISBN: 978-3-659-11102-0. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co.

Nasrollah Pirany, Doddananjappa T. Prasad and Milad Manafi (2012). "Microsatellite analysis in Chicken (With Brief Review of Biodiversity Studies in Chicken)". ISBN: 978-3- 659-15332-7. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing GmbH & Co.

Manafi, M. (2011). Aflatoxicosis in layers and breeder hens. "Aflatoxins - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology", ISBN: 978-953-307-395-8. (Chapter Author)

Manafi, M. (2011). "Artificial Insemination in Farm Animals", DOI: 10.5772/713; ISBN 978- 953-307-312-5, 312 pages, Publisher: InTech, Chapters published June 21, 2011 under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 license (Book Editor).

Project Investigator:

6. Effects of Mycofix Plus on performance, production parameters and immune response of broilers fed graded levels of Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin (Sponsered by Biomin Holding GmbH).

5. Nutritional Effect of an Acidifier Agent on Performance and Biochemical Parameters of Broilers. (Co-Investigator) -

4. Evaluation of Mycotoxin Binder in Broilers Diets Contaminated with Aflatoxin B1. (Co- Investigator) -

3. Evaluation of Aflatoxin B1 and Thyme Essence in Broiler Diets - 2. Comparison study of Aflatoxin B1 and Rosemary Essence on Performance and Blood Biochemical Parameters of Broilers -

1. Effect of humidity in In vitro Aflatoxin Production - November 2011. Conferences:

Contributed presentations

25. Lipid Molecular Structure Detected by Fourier Transformed Infrared Spectroscopy

(FTIR) in Alfalfa Hay Cut at Three Stages of Maturity. Oran presentation at National Conference on Modern Biological Sciences and Technologies organized by Department of Biotechnology, Malayer University, held on 24th January 2013, at Malayer, Iran. 24. Evaluation of Feeding Value of Raisin By-Products in Domestic Animals by Chemical Composition Measurement. Oral presentation at “The First National Conference on Grapes and Raisins” organized by Research Institute of Raisins and Grapes held on 19th September 2012, at Malayer, Iran.

23. Protein and Carbohydrate Molecular Structures Detected by FTIR Spectroscopy of Alfalfa Hay Cut at Three stage of Maturity and in the Afternoon and Morning. Oral presentation at “The Fifth Iranian Animal Science Conference” organized by Iranian Animal Science Association held on 29th to 30th August 2012, at Isfahan, Iran. 22. Evaluation of Different Mycotoxin Binders on Broiler Breeders Induced with Aflatoxin B1: Effects on Biochemical and Immunological Parameters. Oral presentation at “XXIV World Poultry Congress (WPC 2012)” organized by The World’s Poultry Science Association held on 5th to 9th August 2012, at Salvador, Brazil. 21. Effect of Garlic Oil on Methane Production in Lactating Buffaloes. Oral presentation at Recent advances in Animal Nutrition – Australia (Vol. 18) organized by University of New England, held on 13-15th July 2011 at Armidale, Australia. 20. Effect of Probiotic Supplementation on Broiler Performance. Oral presentation at 46th Croatian & 6th International Symposium on Agriculture organized by Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb, held on 14th to 18th February 2011, at Opatija, Croatia. 19. Effect of Dietary Levels of Bakery By-Products and Mycotoxin Binders on Litter Characteristics, Incidence of Breast Blisters and Foot Pad Lesions in Broiler Chicken. Oral presentation at 4th Iranian Congress on Animal Science organized by University of Tehran held on 21st to 22nd September 2010, at Tehran, Iran. 18. Effect of Aflatoxicosis on Hatching Egg Quality and Immune Status in Broiler Breeders. Poster presentation at XIII European Poultry Conference (EPC 2010) organized by World’s Poultry Science Association held on 23rd to 27th August 2010, at Tours, France. 17. Effect of Feeding Different Levels of Aflatoxin in the Diets on Production Performance of Broiler Breeders. Oral presentation at “XXVI Annual Conference of Indian Poultry Science Association and National Symposium–2009” organized by Bombay Veterinary College, Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University, held on 22nd to 24th October 2009, at Mumbai, India.

16. Counteracting of Mycotoxicosis by High Grade Sodium Bentonite in Commercial Broiler’s Feed. Oral presentation at “XXV Annual Conference of Indian Poultry Science Association and National Symposium–2008” organized by Anand Agricultural University, held on 10th to 12th December 2008, at Anand, India. 15. Investigation on Aflatoxicosis Using High Grade Sodium Bentonite in Broilers. Oral presentation at “XXIII World Poultry Congress (WPC 2008)” organized by World’s Poultry Science Association held on 30th June to 4th July 2008, at Brisbane, Australia. 14. Evaluation of Mitigating Effect of High Grade Sodium Bentonite on Performance and Immune Status of Broilers fed Ochratoxin and Aflatoxin. Oral presentation at “Iran International Zeolite Conference (IIZC 2008)” organized by Amir Kabir University of technology held on 29th April to 1st May 2008, at Tehran, Iran. 13. Effect of Virginiamycin on Broilers Fed Two Different Levels of Protein. Poster presentation at “International Tropical Animal Nutrition Conference” organized by Animal Nutrition Society of India held on 4th to 7th October 2007, at Ludhiana, India. 12. Efficacy of Graded Levels of High Grade Sodium Bentonite (Ashafeed) to Lessen Individual and Combined Toxicities of T-2 toxin and Aflatoxin. Oral presentation at “XV Congress of the World Veterinary Poultry Association (WVPA-2007)” organized by Chinese

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