Seminal fluid is often assumed to have just one function in mammalian reproduction,
delivering sperm to fertilize oocytes. But seminal fluid also transmits signaling agents that …

The transition from pregnancy to lactation (ie the transition period) is a time of significant
metabolic challenge, with a several-fold increase in a cow's requirement for energy, protein …

Development of assisted reproductive technologies has been driven by the goals of
reducing the incidence of infertility, increasing the number of offspring from genetically elite …

Establishment of pregnancy in cattle is complex and encompasses ovulation, fertilization,
blastocyst formation and growth into an elongated conceptus, pregnancy recognition …

The function of seminal plasma involves acting as a transport medium for sperm and as a
means of communication between the reproductive tissues of the male and female. It is also …

Abstract Large/abnormal Offspring Syndrome (LOS/AOS) is a congenital overgrowth
condition of cattle and sheep, characterized by macrosomia, abdominal wall defects …

In vitro production (IVP) of embryos in cattle can result in large/abnormal offspring syndrome
(LOS/AOS) which is characterized by macrosomia. LOS can cause dystocia and lead to the …

The objective was to identify the transcriptomic profile of in vitro-derived embryos with high
competence to establish and maintain gestation. Embryos produced with X-sorted sperm …

Abnormal fetuses, neonates and adult offspring derived by assisted reproductive
technologies (ART) have been reported in humans, rodents and domestic animals. The use …

Livestock production is of great importance for the economy of most South American
countries, a region that accounts for 23.0% of the world cattle population (Food Agriculture …