Embryo implantation is a complex process involving synchronised crosstalk between a
receptive endometrium and functional blastocysts. Apoptosis plays an important role in this …

In female mammals, primordial follicles consist of two types of cells, namely, oocytes and
pregranulosa cells that surround the oocytes. The size of the primordial follicle pool …

Purpose Fetal growth restriction (FGR) is a common complication characterized by impaired
placental function and unfavorable pregnancy outcomes. This study aims to elucidate the …

During intrauterine life, the mammalian embryo survives via its physical connection to the
mother. The uterine decidua, which differentiates from stromal cells after implantation in a …

Embryonic diapause–a period of embryonic suspension at the blastocyst stage–is a
fascinating phenomenon that occurs in over 130 species of mammals, ranging from bears …

Early embryonic arrest is a challenge for in vitro fertilization (IVF). No genetic factors were
previously revealed in the sperm-derived arrest of embryonic development. Here, we …

STUDY QUESTION Are any novel mutations and corresponding new phenotypes, other than
recurrent hydatidiform moles, seen in patients with MEI1 mutations? SUMMARY ANSWER …

Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is defined as the loss of two or more consecutive
pregnancies before the 20 weeks of gestation. RPL affects about 1–2% of couples trying to …

Hormonal contraceptives are unsuitable for many women; thus, the development of new,
nonhormonal contraceptives is of great interest. In women, uterine epithelial expression of …

ABSTRACT Placenta‐specific 1 (Plac1) has been found to be essential for placentation, and
abnormal Plac1 expression and distribution is highly correlated with preeclampsia and …