BACKGROUND Although embryo implantation is a prerequisite for human reproduction, it
remains a poorly understood process. The molecular mechanisms regulating endometrial …

Intestinal inflammation in farmed fish is a non-infectious disease that deserves attention
because it is a major issue linked to carnivorous fishes. The current norm is to formulate …

Progesterone released by cumulus cells surrounding the egg induces a Ca2+ influx into
human sperm cells via the cationic channel of sperm (CatSper) Ca2+ channel and controls …

During its journey through the oviduct, the bovine embryo may induce transcriptomic and
metabolic responses, via direct or indirect contact, from bovine oviduct epithelial cells …

GLUT4 is involved in rapid glucose uptake among various kinds of cells to contribute to
glucose homeostasis. Prior data have reported that aberrant glucose metabolism by GLUT4 …

Ion channel-controlled cell volume regulation is of fundamental significance to the
physiological function of sperm. In addition to volume regulation, LRRC8A-dependent …

Abstract The solute carrier 26 (SLC26) family emerges as a distinct class of anion
transporters with its members SLC26A3 (Slc26a3) and SLC26A6 (Slc26a6) reported to be …

Background Many endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), for instance phthalates and
benzophenones, are associated with adverse fertility outcomes and semen quality …

The establishment of the fetomaternal interface depends on precisely regulated
communication between the conceptus and the uterine environment. Recent evidence …

Objective To assess the anatomical and functional features of the vocal folds during different
phases of the female menstrual cycle. Methods An observational study of 17 healthy fertile …