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Step-by-step process of rewiring cells to generate germ cell precursors

Different cell types-;say, heart, liver, blood, and sperm cells-;possess characteristics that help them carry out their unique jobs in the body.

21 Feb 2023

An oral and on-demand male contraceptive

Researchers identify a soluble adenylyl cyclase (sAC) inhibitor that has the potential to be used as an on-demand oral contraceptive for men.

16 Feb 2023

Public attitudes of Americans towards polygenic embryo selection

In a Policy Forum, Michelle Meyer and colleagues present insights from a survey – a first of its kind – exploring the public attitudes of thousands of Americans towards polygenic embryo selection.

9 Feb 2023

Study: FER1L5 protein essential for sperm to undergo acrosome reaction and male fertility

Fertilization is the union of two cells: an egg and a sperm. Before the egg and the sperm fuse, an event known as the "acrosome reaction" needs to occur in the sperm.

25 Jan 2023

Ask voters directly, and abortion rights wins most ballot fights

This is shaping up as a critical year in the country's battle over abortion rights, as both sides struggle to define a new status quo after the Supreme Court struck down the nearly half-century-old constitutional right last year.

13 Jan 2023

Study provides insights into the coordinated dance of nerve and vascular cells

Nerve cells need a lot of energy and oxygen. They receive both through the blood. This is why nerve tissue is usually crisscrossed by a large number of blood vessels.

21 Dec 2022

Non-invasive artificial intelligence approach for IVF embryo selection

An artificial intelligence algorithm can determine non-invasively, with about 70 percent accuracy, if an in vitro fertilized embryo has a normal or abnormal number of chromosomes, according to a new study from researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine.

20 Dec 2022

U-M leads multi-university partnership that aims to predict cognitive fatigue in individuals

Researchers at the University of Michigan are leading a multi-university partnership that aims to understand and predict cognitive fatigue in individuals.

13 Dec 2022

Microbiomes in female reproductive tract linked to pregnancy following use of ART

Specific microbial profiles are associated with better conception rates from assisted reproductive technology.

9 Dec 2022

Impact of COVID-19 on sperm quality

Researchers examined the effect of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on sperm quality.

1 Dec 2022

Increased paternal age may give rise to disease in the new generation

In a new study, researchers assessed the effects of paternal age on novel mutations and diseases in the next generation.

8 Nov 2022

New breakthrough in understanding how deletion of certain genes can lead to cancer growth

Genetic mutations kick start cancers. Some mutations shuffle the genetic code, others come from the deletion of key genes.

28 Oct 2022

What parents need to know about prenatal tests | BGI Perspectives

The birth of every new life is to be celebrated! Expecting parents often advised by doctors from the department of gynecology and obstetrics to consider noninvasive prenatal tests (NIPT).

From BGI Genomics 26 Oct 2022

How does COVID-19 and its treatment affect testicular function?

Researchers summarized available information related to the reproductive effects of COVID-19 in men.

23 Oct 2022

How COVID-19 affects the female reproductive system

A new review in the Biology of Reproduction journal analyzed the relationship between the immune system and the female reproductive system while focusing on the effects of COVID-19-associated immune responses on the reproductive system. The study searched PubMed to identify peer-reviewed literature in English up to May 2022 and finally included 83 studies.

3 Oct 2022

Fertilization News and Research

Step-by-step process of rewiring cells to generate germ cell precursors

An oral and on-demand male contraceptive

Public attitudes of Americans towards polygenic embryo selection

Study: FER1L5 protein essential for sperm to undergo acrosome reaction and male fertility

Ask voters directly, and abortion rights wins most ballot fights

Study provides insights into the coordinated dance of nerve and vascular cells

Non-invasive artificial intelligence approach for IVF embryo selection

U-M leads multi-university partnership that aims to predict cognitive fatigue in individuals

Microbiomes in female reproductive tract linked to pregnancy following use of ART

Impact of COVID-19 on sperm quality

Increased paternal age may give rise to disease in the new generation

New breakthrough in understanding how deletion of certain genes can lead to cancer growth

What parents need to know about prenatal tests | BGI Perspectives

How does COVID-19 and its treatment affect testicular function?

How COVID-19 affects the female reproductive system

What is the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancies after assisted reproduction?

Study reveals key role of AKG/OXGR1 signaling pathway in maintaining male reproduction

IVF using frozen embryos may be linked with higher risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy

What are the effects of heavy metals on the risk of endometriosis in reproductive-age women?

No adverse affect on sperm quality 6 to 14 months post BNT162b2 COVID vaccine

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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