Intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) is a major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality.
Previous studies showed that 1-nitropyrene (1-NP), an atmospheric pollutant, induces …

Mitophagy has distinct functions, which can lead to either protection or damage of tissues.
Though current evidence indicated that NaF triggers mitophagy, the role and regulation of …

Cadmium (Cd) is a hypertoxic heavy metal that may be exposed to environmental pollutants
by humans and animals. It can lead to cognitive disfunction, and is linked to …

Abstract Cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) are heavy metals prevalent in the environment and
feed, and they reduce production performance of domestic animals, as well as they result in …

Low testosterone (T) levels are associated with many common diseases, such as obesity,
male infertility, depression, and cardiovascular disease. It is well known that environmental …

Maternal exposure to glucocorticoids has been associated with adverse outcomes in
offspring. However, the consequences and mechanisms of gestational exposure to …

Environmental cadmium (Cd) is positively associated with placental impairment and fetal
growth retardation. Nevertheless, its potential mechanisms remain unclear. microRNAs …

Maternal metal (loid) s exposure has been related to birth outcomes but the results are still
inconclusive. Most previous studies have discussed the single metal (loid) s, neglecting the …

Methylmercury (MeHg) is a neurotoxin associated with foetal neurodevelopmental and adult
cognitive deficits. Neurons are highly dependent on the tricarboxylic acid cycle and oxidative …

Abstract Histone deacetylase 2 (HDAC2) has been demonstrated to regulate trophoblast
behaviors. However, its role in trophoblast pyroptosis remains unknown. This study sought …