The yellow catfish (Pelteobagrus fulvidraco) industry has expanded to a certain scale and is an important part of aquaculture in China, but frequent diseases have caused huge economic losses. Comprehending the fish’s immune mechanisms, particularly the regulation of the interferon (IFN) response, is of paramount importance for future drug development and disease-resistant molecular breeding. Notably, the role of atypical prote...

Introduction As the aquaculture industry intensifies to enhance production efficiency and capacity, the risk of disease outbreaks in high-density systems, such as those for largemouth bass, has escalated. This necessitates the exploration of novel strategies for disease prevention and control. Studies have shown that Atractylodes macrocephala polysaccharide (AMP) possesses the functions of promoting growth and enhancing immune...