Seasonal ovarian activity and oocyte size in ovarian follicles of sexually mature gilts / Kyzeková, Petronela [Autor, 40%] ; Bárdová, Katarína [Autor, 20%] ; Reichel, Peter [Autor, 5%] ; Link, Róbert [Autor, 10%] ; Novotný, Jaroslav [Autor, 20%] ; Čonková-Skybová, Gabriela [Autor, 5%]. – [recenzované]. – DOI 10.2754/avb202493030289. – CCC ; WOS CC ; SCO. In: Acta Veterinaria Brno [textový dokument (print)] [elektronický dokument] . – Praha (Česko) : SPN – pedagogické nakladatelství, Brno (Česko) : Veterinární a farmaceutická univerzita Brno. – ISSN 0001-7213. – ISSN (online) 1801-7576. – Roč. 93, č. 3 (2024), s. 289-298 [tlačená forma] [online]

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OCA1. Surname awarded to the assessed personNovotný
OCA2. Name awarded to the assessed personJaroslav
OCA3. Degrees awarded to the assessed personAssoc. prof. , DVM, PhD
OCA4. Hyperlink to the entry of the person in the Register of university staffhttps://www.portalvs.sk/regzam/detail/6072
OCA5. Area of assessmentstudy programme general veterinary medicine · I. + II. degree
OCA6. Category of the research/artistic/other output
OCA7. Year of publication of the research/artistic/other output2024
OCA8. ID of the record in the Central Registry of Publication Activity (CRPA) or the Central Registry of Artistic Activity (CRAA)1243002
OCA9. Hyperlink to the record in CRPA or CRAAhttps://app.crepc.sk/?fn=detailBiblioFormChildKCFBD&sid=DC3982FFF29AF9981B32643346A2&seo=CREP%C4%8C-detail-%C4%8Cl%C3%A1nok
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OCA10. Hyperlink to the record in another publicly accessible register, catalogue of research/ artistic/other outputschrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://actavet.vfu.cz/media/pdf/actavet_2024093030289.pdf
OCA11. Characteristics of the output in the format of the CRPA or the CRAA bibliographic record, if the output is not available in a publicly accessible register or catalogue of outputsSeasonal ovarian activity and oocyte size in ovarian follicles of sexually mature gilts / Kyzeková, Petronela [Autor, 40%] ; Bárdová, Katarína [Autor, 20%] ; Reichel, Peter [Autor, 5%] ; Link, Róbert [Autor, 10%] ; Novotný, Jaroslav [Autor, 20%] ; Čonková-Skybová, Gabriela [Autor, 5%]. – [recenzované]. – DOI 10.2754/avb202493030289. – CCC ; WOS CC ; SCO. In: Acta Veterinaria Brno [textový dokument (print)] [elektronický dokument] . – Praha (Česko) : SPN – pedagogické nakladatelství, Brno (Česko) : Veterinární a farmaceutická univerzita Brno. – ISSN 0001-7213. – ISSN (online) 1801-7576. – Roč. 93, č. 3 (2024), s. 289-298 [tlačená forma] [online]
OCA12. Type of the output (if the output is not registered in CRPA or CRAA) article
OCA13. Hyperlink to the webpage where the output is available (full text, other documentation, etc.)chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://actavet.vfu.cz/media/pdf/actavet_2024093030289.pdf
OCA14. Characteristics of the author's contributionConceptualization, Methodology, Investigation, Writing – review & editing.
OCA15. Annotation of the output with contextual information concerning the description of creative process and the content of the research/artistic/other activity, etc.The aim of this study was to evaluate ovarian activity and the size of oocytes in ovarian follicles of sexually mature Landrace-Yorkshire gilts in relation to the seasons of the year. The size and weight of the ovaries, the number of follicles and corpora lutea (CL) according to individual size categories were evaluated on 240 gilts slaughtered at an abattoir during the four seasons of the year. Our evaluation of the ovary size showed that they were the largest in autumn when their mean length reached 25.8 ± 3.4 mm, whereas in winter their mean length was 24.2 ± 2.9 mm (P < 0.05). During the autumn months, the largest number of follicles in the ovaries of the gilts was recorded, with a predominance of follicles up to 3 mm (mean number 17.9 ± 7.5). The smallest number of corpora lutea was observed in winter (mean number 6.1 ± 1.1) and the largest in spring (mean number 12.1 ± 2.6). The oocytes, from follicles of up to 3 mm size, were the smallest in spring (mean size 16.99 × 103 ± 3.42 × 103 µm2). In total, the largest oocytes were aspirated from 4–6 mm follicles in autumn (mean size 19.60 × 103 ± 5.37 × 103 ± µm2). The f indings of the study indicate that the ovarian activity and growth of oocytes in gilts are affected by the seasons of the year.
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OCA17. List of maximum 5 most significant citations corresponding to the output
OCA18. Characteristics of the output's impact on socio-economic practiceBased on the provided abstract, the impact of the output on socio-economic practice can be characterized as follows: Improvement of sow reproductive management: The study provides precise data on seasonal variations in ovarian activity and oocyte size, enabling farmers to optimize the timing of breeding and insemination according to the time of year. This can lead to higher reproductive efficiency and reduced losses in pig production. Optimization of production and costs: Better planning of reproduction based on seasonal trends in growth and reproductive parameters of sows can reduce costs associated with unsuccessful reproduction and increase economic efficiency of pig farming. Support for decision-making in veterinary practice: Veterinarians and reproduction specialists can use the obtained knowledge to provide more accurate recommendations for reproductive management, fertility assessment, and interventions during different seasons. Basis for further research and technological development: The results can also be utilized for the development of assisted reproductive techniques (e.g., selective insemination, estrus synchronization) and for future research in porcine reproductive biology.
OCA19. Characteristics of the output and related activities' impact on the educational processBased on the provided abstract, the impact of the output and related activities on the educational process can be characterized as follows: Enhancement of education quality in reproductive biology: The study results provide students in veterinary and agricultural fields with current and verified knowledge on seasonal variations in ovarian activity and oocyte size, enriching both theoretical and practical teaching. Support for practical education: The data and methodology obtained in the evaluation of ovary size, follicles, and corpora lutea can be used in laboratory exercises, practical seminars, or student projects, improving their ability to apply theory in practice. Development of students’ research and analytical skills: Students can be involved in data processing and analysis, evaluating results, and interpreting seasonal trends, which fosters critical thinking and a scientific approach to problem-solving. Inspiration for further projects and theses: The findings can serve as a foundation for independent research projects, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral theses focused on reproductive biology, genetics, or optimization of pig farming.

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