From gut to gamete: how the microbiome influences fertility and preconception health.
Global fertility rates continue to decline despite advancements in assisted reproductive technologies, highlighting a significant gap in our understanding of the mechanisms underlying preconception physiology. In this commentary, we review …
Transcript profiling and gene regulation of the human pre-implantation embryo: parental effects and impact of ARTs.
Infertility is a growing global challenge, with ARTs significantly improving birth rates for infertile couples. However, ART conceptions are associated with a higher risk of negative obstetrical and perinatal outcomes, …
Differential life cycle toxic effects and molecular mechanisms of Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) exposure on the female reproductive system.
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), the most prevalent plasticizer worldwide, can enter the human body via various exposure pathways, including ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, and medical applications. It has been observed to …