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Chapter 1 - The role of probiotics in optimizing gut function in poultry: Guillermo Tellez and Juan D. Latorre, University of Arkansas, USA; Margarita A. Arreguin-Nava, Eco-Bio LLC, USA; and Billy M. Hargis, University of Arkansas, USA;

1 Introduction

2 Experiences of probiotics in poultry

3 Probiotics and inflammation

4 Risks of overuse of antibiotics

5 The use of direct-fed microbials

6 Conclusion

7 Where to look for further information

8 References

Chapter 2 - Role of prebiotics in poultry gastrointestinal tract health, function, and microbiome composition: Steven C. Ricke, University of Arkansas, USA;

1 Introduction

2 Prebiotics: definition

3 The avian upper GIT: potential impact of prebiotics

4 The avian intestinal microbiome, function, and prebiotics

5 Cecal composition and functional characteristics

6 Cecal microbiome: general characteristics

7 Cecal microbiome and prebiotics: current perspectives and future prospects

8 Summary and conclusions

9 Where to look for further information

10 References

Chapter 3 - Probiotics, prebiotics and other feed additives to improve gut function and immunity in poultry: Robert Moore, RMIT University, Australia;

1 Introduction

2 Prebiotics

3 The efficacy of probiotics

4 Effects of probiotics and prebiotics

5 Selection, delivery and action of probiotic bacteria

6 Questions and opportunities regarding the use of probiotics

7 New frontiers and future research directions in probiotic development

8 Where to look for further information

9 References