Articles for tag: Epigenetics, Genetic Science, PCOS Research, reproductive health, Women Health

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Epigenetic “Tags” in Egg Cells May Explain Why PCOS Affects Generations

Suhail Ahmed

Polycystic ovary syndrome can feel like a riddle passed down the family tree: a grandmother’s irregular cycles, a mother’s fertility struggles, a daughter’s metabolic worries. For years, the story leaned heavily on genetics and lifestyle, yet neither quite explained why the condition echoes so persistently across time. Now, a wave of research is pointing at ...

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The Blood-Testis Barrier: Gatekeeper for Male Fertility

April Joy Jovita

Male fertility hinges on many intricate processes, with the blood-testis barrier (BTB) standing as one of the most critical yet least understood components. Acting as a shield, the BTB protects developing sperm cells from harmful toxins, infections, and the immune system itself. This sophisticated barrier plays a pivotal role in ensuring healthy spermatogenesis and overall ...