Fluid homeostasis is recognized as a critical factor during the development, maturation, and
function of vertebrate male germ cells. These processes have been associated with the …

Scientific discoveries over the past decade have shifted the stereotypical view of androgens
as male hormones and estrogens as female hormones. It is now recognized that a delicate …

Evidence exists that melatonin may drive the seasonal changes in kisspeptin-expressing
cells and GnRH/gonadotropin secretion in mammals, thus modulating their reproductive …

Sex determination mechanisms are highly variable across teleost fishes and sexual
development is often plastic. Nevertheless, downstream factors establishing the two sexes …

Background: Sex change in fishes provides a good experimental model for understanding
the mechanisms and plasticity of sex determination and differentiation. The three‐spot …

It is widely recognized that endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) released into the
environment through anthropogenic activities can have short-term impacts on physiological …

Phenotypic plasticity represents an elegant adaptive response of individuals to a change in
their environment. Bluehead wrasses (Thalassoma bifasciatum) exhibit astonishing sexual …

Discharge of municipal wastewater promotes the entry of diverse oestrogenic compounds
into the water bodies. This complex mixture of substances interferes in the steroidogenic …

Benzotriazole ultraviolet stabilizers (BUVSs) are emerging contaminants of concern. They
are added to a variety of products, including building materials, personal care products …

The present study was undertaken to develop a comprehensive understanding of how
environmental cues and sex steroids relate with cyclic changes in spermatogenesis in …