New Advances in Animal Reproduction
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Biology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 August 2026 | Viewed by 1070
Special Issue Editor
Interests: ovarian physiology; preantral follicles; embryo; oocyte maturation; testicular physiology; spermatozoa; in vitro culture
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Reproductive efficiency and fertility management remain central challenges in livestock production, wildlife populations, and human assisted reproduction. Recent advances in assisted reproductive technologies have expanded our understanding of key reproductive processes, including gametogenesis, embryo development, and reproductive physiology across multiple animal species, including humans. These developments not only improve reproductive outcomes but also enhance genetic preservation, animal welfare, and fertility preservation in oncology patients, among other applications.
We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue, which aims to compile laboratory-based research and comprehensive reviews on the mechanisms, technologies, and applications driving advancements in animal reproduction. Submissions may propose innovative solutions or deepen the understanding of key challenges in reproductive biology and medicine, such as fertility preservation in oncology patients, improving reproductive efficiency, and enhancing reproductive conservation across species.
This Special Issue aims to highlight advances in animal reproduction across a broad range of species, including (but not limited to) cattle, goats, sheep and murine models.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but not limited to) the following:
- Folliculogenesis
- Spermatogenesis
- Ovary and testis bioengineering
- In vitro culture of gonadal tissue
- Oocyte maturation
- Embryo production
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Valdevane Rocha Araújo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- folliculogenesis
- oogenesis
- oocyte maturation
- follicle growth
- preantral follicles
- antral follicles
- spermatogenesis
- spermatozoa
- bioengineering
- scaffolds
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