After being historically considered as noxious agents, nitric oxide (NO) and hydrogen sulfide
(H2S) are now listed as gasotransmitters, gaseous molecules that play a key role in a variety …

Variation in boar sperm freezability (ie capacity to withstand cryopreservation) between
ejaculates is a limitation largely reported in the literature. Prediction of sperm freezability and …

Reproductive seasonality has been shown to affect the quality of boar semen. In this study,
effects of seasonal variations in the characteristics of spermatozoa and seminal plasma (SP) …

Contamination of fresh and extended boar sperm often occurs in farms and artificial
insemination (AI) centres during semen collection, processing and storage. The presence of …

The optimization of processes associated with artificial insemination (AI) is of great
importance for the success of the pig industry. Over the last two decades, great reproductive …

Bacteriospermia in boar ejaculates is a frequent finding that compromises the sperm quality
and, consequently, causes economic losses in swine industry. The present study sought to …

Simple Summary In the freezing process of boar sperm, there are obvious differences in
freezability between individuals. Studies suggest that specific freezability markers might be …

Temperature is a crucial factor in mammalian spermatogenesis. The scrotum, pampiniform
plexus, and cremaster and dartos muscles in mammals are specific adaptations to ensure …

Several studies have reported the detrimental effects that bacteriospermia causes on boar
sperm quality, but little is known about its effects on IVC. Considering that, the present study …

Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) is involved in the physiology and pathophysiology of different cell
types, but little is known about its role in sperm cells. Because of its reducing properties, we …