An update of the effects of metal nanoparticles on female reproduction

DROSOPHILA: THE CENTURY-LONG FLIGHT FROM THE WILD TO THE PATIENT

: Background: Evolutionary conservation of key biological pathways between the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster and humans and reduced genetic redundancy have long made flies a valuable genetic model organism. Thanks to the arsenal of sophisticated genetic tools developed and refined by the fly community, the use of Drosophila has expanded well beyond basic research. From the fundamental notion that genes are located on chromosomes to modeling human complex diseases such as cancer and neurol...

The Role of Lifestyle Intervention in Female Fertility: A Modifiable Factor for Preconception Health

Infertility is a growing global phenomenon affecting millions of individuals and is characterized by multifactorial causes, including both lifestyle and environmental factors. These include smoking, chronic exposure to environmental pollutants, stress, excessive caffeine or alcohol intake, drug use, improper eating habits and physical inactivity. The potential to modify these behaviors has gained increasing interest due to its impact on reproductive health and its role in mitigating infertili...

Exploring Potential Impact of Graphene Oxide and Graphene Oxide-Polyethylenimine on Biological Behavior of Human Amniotic Fluid-Derived Stem Cells

Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering aim to restore or replace impaired organs and tissues using cell transplantation supported by scaffolds. Recently scientists are focusing on develop ing new biomaterials that optimize cellular attachment, migration, proliferation, and differentiation. Nanoparticles, such as graphene oxide (GO), have emerged as versatile materials due to their high surface-to-volume ratio and unique chemical properties, such as electrical conductivity and flexib...