Male Infertility: From Molecular Mechanisms to Therapeutic Strategies
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Endocrinology and Metabolism".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 October 2024) | Viewed by 3517
Special Issue Editor
Interests: reproduction; reproductive toxicology; endocrine disruptor; biomarker; fertility; infertility; spermatozoa; spermatogenesis; pesticide
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Male infertility is a complex condition affecting a significant proportion of the male population worldwide, contributing to nearly half of all infertility cases in couples. Understanding the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying male infertility is crucial for developing effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements in the molecular understanding of male infertility and highlight emerging therapeutic approaches.
This Special Issue covers the molecular mechanisms of male infertility (genetic factors, epigenetic modifications, oxidative stress, and endocrine disruptors), diagnostic advances (genomic and proteomic profiling, image techniques, and sperm analysis), and therapeutic strategies (gene therapy, antioxidant therapy, hormonal treatments, and assisted reproductive technologies).
Dr. Woo-Sung Kwon
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- male fertility
- male infertility
- sperm
- molecular mechanisms
- sperm function
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