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A plant-produced SARS-CoV-2 spike protein elicits heterologous immunity in hamsters
(Frontiers Media, 2023)
Molecular farming of vaccines has been heralded as a cheap, safe and scalable
production platform. In reality, however, differences in the plant biosynthetic
machinery, compared to mammalian cells, can complicate the ...
Fiber type and metabolic characteristics of skeletal muscle in 16 breeds of domestic dogs
(Wiley, 2023)
The domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) species comprises hundreds of
breeds, each differing in physical characteristics, behavior, strength, and running
capability. Very little is known about the skeletal muscle ...
Trends in semen parameters of infertile men in South Africa and Nigeria
(2023)
There are conflicting reports on trends of semen parameters from different parts of the globe.
However, in recent times there is dearth of information on the trend in Sub-Saharan countries.
Therefore, in this study we ...
Contaminants of emerging concern (cecs) and male reproductive health: Challenging the future with a double-edged sword
(MDPI, 2023)
Approximately 9% of couples are infertile, with half of these cases relating to male factors.
While many cases of male infertility are associated with genetic and lifestyle factors, approximately
30% of cases are still ...
Microplastic sources, formation, toxicity and remediation: A review
(Springer, 2023)
Microplastic pollution is becoming a major issue for human health due to the recent discovery of microplastics in most
ecosystems. Here, we review the sources, formation, occurrence, toxicity and remediation methods of ...
The pathophysiology of rhabdomyolysis in ungulates and rats: towards the development of a rodent model of capture myopathy
(Springer, 2023)
Capture myopathy (CM), which is associated with the capture and translocation of wildlife, is a life-threatening condition that causes noteworthy morbidity and mortality in captured animals. Such wildlife deaths have a ...
Overview of the effects of moringa oleifera leaf extract on oxidative stress and male infertility: a review
(MDPI, 2023)
According to a recent report by the WHO, 50–80 million people suffer with infertility. Amongst these populations, male counterparts account for 20–50% of infertility cases. The aetiology of infertility in men includes many ...
Controversy and consensus on indications for sperm dna fragmentation testing in male infertility: a global survey, current guidelines, and expert recommendations
(Korean Society for Sexual Medicine and Andrology, 2023)
Purpose: Sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) testing was recently added to the sixth edition of the World Health Organization laboratory manual for the examination and processing of human semen. Many conditions and risk factors ...
Evaluation of synergistic anticandidal activity of galenia africana extract and fluconazole against candida albicans and candida glabrata
(Elsevier, 2022-03)
Candida infections have increased in recent years and are causing a serious public health concern. In addition, Candida species are becoming resistant to numerous antifungal drugs. It is for this reason that alternative ...