Exploring Molecular Mechanism in Infertility

Dear Colleagues,

Infertility affects a significant percentage of couples worldwide, with many cases remaining unexplained due to the complexity of reproductive biology. Understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying infertility is essential for developing effective diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. This Special Issue, entitled “Exploring Molecular Mechanism in Infertility”, aims to bring together groundbreaking research and comprehensive reviews focusing on the latest findings in the molecular aspects of reproductive biology and infertility.

We invite submissions that explore the genetic, epigenetic, hormonal, cellular, and environmental factors that contribute to infertility. This issue particularly welcomes studies that employ advanced methodologies, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and epigenomics, as well as innovative bioinformatics and computational biology approaches.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to the following:

• Genetic mutations and polymorphisms influencing fertility;
• Epigenetic regulation and reproductive disorders;
• Molecular markers and biomarkers for infertility diagnosis and prognosis;
• Hormonal signaling pathways in fertility and infertility;
• Immunological aspects of infertility;
• Environmental and lifestyle factors influencing reproductive outcomes;
• Molecular insights into gamete development and embryo implantation;
• Molecular innovations in assisted reproductive technologies;
• Impact of aging on fertility at the molecular level.

We look forward to your valuable contributions, which will help advance the field of reproductive biology and improve outcomes for those affected by infertility.

Dr. Antonio Simone Laganà
Dr. Andrea Etrusco
Guest Editors

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