A higher incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) is found in males compared to females.
Young women (18–44 years) with CRC have a better survival outcome compared to men of …

By eliciting distinct transcriptional responses, the oestrogen receptors (ERs) ERα and ERβ
exert opposite effects on cellular processes that include proliferation, apoptosis and …

Background Sex differences are important epidemiological factors that impact in the
frequency and severity of infectious diseases. A clear sexual dimorphism in bacterial …

Tumor suppressor p53 maintains genome stability by regulating diverse cellular functions
including cell cycle arrest, apoptosis, senescence and metabolic homeostasis. Mutations in …

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of death in the United States. Despite its slow
development and the capacity for early diagnosis, current preventive approaches are not …

A low vitamin D status and inadequate calcium intake are important risk factors for various
types of cancer. Ecological studies using solar UV-B exposure as an index of vitamin D3 …

Estrogen receptor β (ERβ) is the predominant ER in the colorectal epithelium. Compared
with normal colon tissue, ERβ expression is reduced in colorectal cancer. Our hypothesis is …

Estrogens have been implicated in the pathogenesis of various cancer types, including
colorectal carcinoma (CRC). Estrogen receptors such as ERα and ERβ activate intracellular …

Endometriosis is a complex and heterogeneous disorder with unknown etiology.
Dysregulation of macrophages and innervation are important factors influencing the …

Background: Previous studies suggest that sex steroids influence colorectal cancer (CRC)
carcinogenesis. The oestrogen receptor β (ERβ) is the predominantly expressed ER in the …