Mitochondrial thermogenesis is an adaptive response of cells to their surrounding stress.
Oxidative stress is one of the common stresses during in vitro maturation (IVM) of oocytes …

Mammalian follicles are constituted of a complex structure composed of several layers of
granulosa cells surrounding the oocyte and of theca cells that reside beneath its basement …

During folliculogenesis, the oocyte and surrounding cumulus cells form an ensemble called
the cumulus-oocyte complex (COC). Due to their interdependence, research on the COC …

Dietary supplementation is the most feasible method to improve oocyte function and
developmental potential in vivo. During three experiments, oocytes were collected from …

Oocyte in vitro maturation is crucial for in vitro embryo production technology, which
provides oocytes resources for in vitro fertilization and somatic cell nuclear transfer. Previous …

Bitter taste receptors (TAS2RS) expression is not restricted to the oral cavity and the
presence of these receptors in the male reproductive system and sperm provides insights …

STUDY QUESTION Can diet normalization or a calorie-restricted diet for 2 or 4 weeks be
used as a preconception care intervention (PCCI) in Western-type diet-induced obese Swiss …

Oocyte quality is a key factor influencing IVF success. The oocyte and surrounding cumulus
cells, known collectively as the cumulus oocyte complex (COC), communicate bi …

Background Maternal metabolic disorders are linked to reduced metabolic health and
oocyte quality. Obese women are advised to lose weight before conception to increase …

Oocyte in vitro maturation (IVM) is still a major challenge in human and animal assisted
reproduction. Gradual instead of abrupt activation of the ovulatory cascade during IVM has …