Oxidative stress (OS) due to an imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) and
antioxidants has been established as an important factor that can negatively affect the …

In vitro follicle growth and oocyte maturation still has a series of limitations, since not all
oocytes matured in vitro have the potential to develop in viable embryos. One of the factors …

BACKGROUND DNA damage is a hazard that affects all cells of the body. DNA-damage
repair (DDR) mechanisms are in place to repair damage and restore cellular function, as are …

Global cattle genetic market is experiencing a change of strategy, large genetic companies,
traditionally recognized in the artificial insemination field, have also begun to operate in the …

As adults, our health can be influenced by a range of lifestyle and environmental factors,
increasing the risk for developing a series of non-communicable diseases such as type 2 …

During formation of the preimplantation embryo several cellular and molecular milestones
take place, making the few cells forming the early embryo vulnerable to environmental …

According to the World Health Organization, infertility affects up to 14% of couples under
reproductive age, leading to an exponential rise in the use of assisted reproduction as a …

The embryo-maternal interaction occurs during the early stages of embryo development and
is essential for the implantation and full-term development of the embryo. In bovines, the …

Embryonic losses constitute a major burden for reproductive efficiency of farm animals.
Pregnancy losses in ungulate species, which include cattle, pigs, sheep and goats, majorly …

Early embryo development, implantation and pregnancy involve a complex dialogue
between the embryo and mother. In cattle this dialogue starts as early as days 3–4 when the …