Corresponding author: Kenichiro Hiraoka, Kameda IVF Clinic Makuhari, Makuhari Techno Garden D3F, 1-3 Nakase Mihama-ku, Chiba 261-8501, Japan.

Female infertility is a complex issue that can arise from various genetic factors affecting oocyte maturation, fertilization, and early embryonic development. Recent research has identified ...

More information: Sarah LaPointe et al, Air pollution exposure in vitrified oocyte donors and male recipient partners in relation to fertilization and embryo quality, Environment International (2024).

A study found that exposure to air pollution negatively affects embryo development during IVF, with organic carbon having the ...

For example, CD151 may support primary tumour growth as well as metastasis and angiogenesis, whereas tetraspanins CD9 and CD81 are required for oocyte fertilization. In addition, several ...

Four to six cumulus–oocyte complexes were placed in each 200 μL drop of HTF medium for insemination. A sperm suspension cultured in conditioned medium was added to the insemination drops (Figure 1A).

Infertility is associated with ovarian endometriomas; although the exact cause is unknown, oocyte quantity and quality are thought to be affected. The present research aims to analyze current ...

Few researchers can claim to be a pioneer in their field quite like Teresa K. Woodruff, PhD. While serving as the basic ...

The study showed that exposure to outdoor air pollution can negatively impact human embryo development in IVF cycles ...