Aggression is a crucial behavior that impacts access to limited resources in different
environmental contexts. Androgens synthesized by the gonads promote aggression during …

The profound programming effects of early life stress (ELS) on brain and behavior are
thought to be primarily mediated by adrenal glucocorticoids (GCs). However, in mice …

Stress increases plasma concentrations of corticosteroids, however, their tissue levels are
unclear. Using a repeated social defeat paradigm, we examined the impact of chronic stress …

Glucocorticoids (GCs) regulate a myriad of physiological systems, such as the immune and
nervous systems. Systemic GC levels in blood are often measured as an indicator of local …

Preclinical studies on rodents should follow the 3R principle minimising the suffering of the
animals. To do so, some researchers use inhalation anaesthetic induction even before …

Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide in North America, has become prevalent in the food
supply due to preharvest applications, raising concerns about potential health impacts. This …

Glyphosate, commonly known as Roundup®, is heavily used in Canada, with over 50 million
kilograms purchased annually. Its pre-harvest use results in residues in Canadian food …

Immune activation during early development has long-term effects on health, increasing the
risk for neuropsychiatric disorders (eg, mood disorders, schizophrenia, autism) and immune …