abstract In cattle, pregnancy loss due to early embryonic mortality is a major concern that
significantly impacts reproductive efficiency. Given the economic importance of cattle in …

Context. The exact mechanisms regulating the initiation of porcine conceptus elongation are
not known due to the complexity of the uterine environment. Aims. To identify contributing …

The aims of this study were to determine serum adiponectin and insulin-like growth factor-I
(IGF-I) concentrations in early and late luteal phases following artificial insemination, to …

Fertility to estrus in cow-calf operations is still around 50% despite fertilization rates being
around 90%. Uterine function, receptivity, and fertility are modulated by the interplay …

The objectives of this thesis were: 1) to investigate the impact of complete replacement of
inorganic salts of trace minerals (Co, Cu, Mn, and Zn sulphates and Na selenite) by organic …

The objective of this study was to evaluate the uterine microbiota composition of cows on
day 15 of the estrous cycle. Non-pregnant Bos taurus beef cows (n= 23) were exposed to an …

The objective of this research was to evaluate the bovine recombinant somatotropin (bST)
hormone on the percentage of conception in crossbred Holstein cows synchronized with the …

The aims of this study were to investigate the role of inhibin in the distribution of healthy and
atretic antral follicles and the secretion patterns of gonadotrophins. Ewes were actively …

Context. The exact mechanisms regulating the initiation of porcine conceptus elongation are
not known due to the complexity of the uterine environment. Aims. To identify contributing …

Current heifer development strategies aim to produce the most fertile female possible.
However, in western states heifers commonly transition from high to relatively low nutritional …