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The Oxytocin Receptor in Spermatozoa May Originate From Both Spermatogenesis and Epididymal Maturation, and Regulates Capacitation

Andrology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The oxytocin receptor (OR) is a G‐protein‐coupled receptor recently identified in human spermatozoa, whose origin and role in sperm physiology remain unknown. Objectives In this study, using the pig as a model, we examine the presence of the OR in ejaculated spermatozoa through immunofluorescence and immunoblotting, and investigate ...
Jesús Martínez‐Hernández, Ferran Garriga, Adeel Ahmad, Lorena Padilla, Carolina Maside, Sergi Bonet, Isabel Barranco, Jordi Roca, Luis Miguel Pastor, Marc Yeste   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

CRISPR/Cas9‐mediated Genome‐editing Reveals 10 Testis‐enriched Genes and One Non‐testis‐enriched Gene are Dispensable for Male Fecundity in Mice

Andrology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background More than 1000 genes have been identified as predominantly expressed in the human testis. Advances in gene editing technologies have enabled the rapid and efficient generation of genetically engineered mice. This approach facilitates the screening of genes essential for spermatogenesis by analyzing knockout mouse models.
Yumiao Qiu, Keisuke Shimada, Masahito Ikawa   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Combined Genomic and Transcriptomic Screening of Candidate Genes for Asymmetric Oviduct Development in Hens

Agriculture
Background: While the mechanism of asymmetric gonadal development is generally understood, the mechanism of asymmetric oviduct development remains unclear.
Ruijie Li, Xiang Song, Xiao Lin, Mingli Deng, Yin Liu, Tuoyu Geng, Daoqing Gong, Minmeng Zhao, Long Liu   +8 more
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Effects of Achillea Millifolium extract consumption by pregnant mice on pregnancy outcome and reproductive system of their female off spring

Kufa Journal for Veterinary Medical Sciences, 2012
Background: Achillea millefolium (Yarrow) is medicinal plant that is traditionally used against inflammatory and spasmodic gastrointestinal compliant. Objective: To study the effect of the consumption of Achillea extract by pregnant mice on pregnancy ...
Mufedah Ali Jawad Al-Imari
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Impact of Sorting and Catch Media on Porcine Sperm Motility, Capacitation, and Viability

Andrology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Fluorescence‐activated cell sorting (FACS) has emerged as a powerful tool for selecting spermatozoa of a desired population of fluorescent biomarkers, offering potential applications in reproductive biology and agriculture. However, concerns remain regarding sorting‐induced physiological alterations that could compromise spermatozoa
Tyler Weide, Juan Steibel, Karl Kerns
wiley   +1 more source

The Embryonic Development of the Cotylean Polyclad Phrikoceros jannetae

Acta Zoologica, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Polyclads exhibit distinct developmental modes ranging from direct to indirect development, with several transitional stages also recognised. The existence of an indirect developmental mode in polyclads with a planktonic life history stage in the form of a free‐swimming larva is unique among all free‐living flatworms and makes polyclads a ...
Mehrez Gammoudi, Bernhard Egger, Isabel L. Dittmann, Verónica N. Bulnes, Pavel Tomancak, Abdel Halim Harrath, Johannes Girstmair   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Isoflavone maternal-supplementation during periconception period: Influence on the reproductive organs of the first generation (F1) murine weanling-stage offspring

Asian Pacific Journal of Reproduction, 2014
Objective: To determine the influence of maternal Isoflavone-supplementation during peri-conception period on the reproductive organs of the first generation (F1) murine weanling-stage offspring.
Eliza Angela A. Lofamia, Gliceria B. Ramos, Mark Anthony C. Mamon, Felice Margarette Salido, Glenn Sia Su, Miriam P. de Vera   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Unraveling the Genetic Mysteries of Müllerian Anomalies: Research Approaches and Clinical Significance

Clinical Genetics, EarlyView.
This review primarily summarizes the genetic defects in Müllerian anomalies, the tools used to validate these genetic defects, and the future clinical significance of identifying the precise genetic etiology of Müllerian anomalies. ABSTRACT Müllerian anomalies are a collection of heterogeneous anatomical disorders of the female genital tract that ...
Jingfang Li, Xin Hou, Xiangyu Wang, Juan Li, Li Li, Xiangyi Ma   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Transcription Factor TCF12‐Mediated Maternal Gene Expressions in Mouse Oocyte Are Prerequisites of Successful Fertilisation and Zygotic Genome Activation

Cell Proliferation, EarlyView.
Maternal TCF12 ensures the competence of fertilisation by controlling the expression of Astl and the proper location of cortical granules. Furthermore, maternal TCF12 maintains the phosphatase activity of PP2A by regulating the expression of Arpp19. Oocyte‐specific deletion of Tcf12 leads to fertilisation defects as well as ZGA failure at the 2‐cell ...
Lan‐Rui Cao, Chi Zhang, Zuo‐Qi Deng, Yue‐xin Qiu, Zhao Zhang, Heng‐Yu Fan, Jing Li, Hong‐Bo Wu   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improving mare fertility via broad ligament imbrication with barbed suture and intracorporeal suturing device

Equine Veterinary Education, EarlyView.
Summary In this short case series, we report the outcome of four mares undergoing mesometrial imbrication (uteropexy) using barbed suture and an automated laparoscopic suturing device. Medical records of four mares infertile because of delayed uterine clearance (DUC) that underwent laparoscopic mesometrial imbrication to elevate a vertically positioned
A. del Rincon, J. M. O'Leary, A. Derham, C. Hawkes   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source