The synthesis and functionalization of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) is versatile, which
has enhanced the interest in studying them as theranostic agents over recent years. As …

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a form of brain disorder characterized by various pathological
changes in the brain. Numerous studies have shown that sex hormones are involved in the …

Melatonin is a hormone synthesized by the pineal gland with neuroprotective and
neurodevelopmental effects. Also, melatonin acts as an antidepressant by modulating the …

Regulatory T-cells (Tregs) are immunosuppressive T-cells, which arrest immune responses
to 'Self'tissues. Some immunosuppressive Tregs that recognize seminal epitopes suppress …

With age, neural stem cell (NSC) function in the adult ventricular-subventricular zone (V-
SVZ) declines, reducing memory and cognitive function in males; however, the impact on …

Neurosteroids are steroids produced by endocrine glands and subsequently entering the
brain, and also include steroids synthesis in the brain. It has been widely known that …

Rationale Numerous epidemiological studies have reported a link between low testosterone
levels and an increased risk of cerebrovascular disease in men. However, there is ongoing …

Metastasis, particularly brain metastasis, continues to puzzle researchers to this day, and
exploring its molecular basis promises to break ground in developing new strategies for …

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), a precursor of steroid sex hormones, is synthesized by
steroid 17-alpha-hydroxylase/17, 20-lyase (CYP17A1) with the participation of microsomal …

It is a well-known fact that the reproductive organs in women, especially oocytes, are
exposed to numerous regulatory pathways and environmental stimuli. The maternal age is …