Advances in Veterinary Theriogenology: Reproduction and Fertility
A special issue of Veterinary Sciences (ISSN 2306-7381). This special issue belongs to the section "Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 November 2026 | Viewed by 164
Special Issue Editors
Interests: dairy cow reproduction; economics of dairy cow reproduction; in vitro fertilization in dairy cows; bovine embryos; reproductive ultrasound in dairy cows; platelet-rich plasma in animal reproductive medicine; bovine mastitis
Interests: animal reproduction; reproductive biology; endocrinology; assisted reproductive technologies; developmental biology; molecular biology; cancer therapy; regenerative medicine; molecular genetics; embryology; laboratory production of embryos
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Dear Colleagues,
Current challenges in theriogenology encompass a wide range of issues related to animal breeding, conservation, infertility, and subfertility. In livestock, restrictions on antibiotic use and growing concerns over antimicrobial resistance necessitate the development of innovative therapies to manage reproductive disorders. In recent years, regenerative medicine has gained considerable attention in veterinary practice. Emerging reproductive therapies for animals are not only beneficial for veterinary medicine but also serve as valuable models for human reproductive medicine. Among the therapies gaining popularity in veterinary reproductive medicine are stem cell therapies and autologous platelet-rich plasma therapy. A less frequently discussed aspect of infertility in animals is immunoinfertility, a condition in which antibodies against hormones, sperm, or oocytes block receptor sites. It can be managed by allowing female animals to have sexual rest and by employing reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, and embryo transfer. In dairy cattle, the existing methods for estrus and ovulation synchronization still require improvements. Future advancements should focus on developing new reproductive strategies that minimize the need for additional interventions while gaining acceptance from veterinarians. Therefore, addressing these challenges in animal reproduction through new therapies in veterinary reproductive medicine remains a significant priority. This Special Issue aims to explore recent advances in the development of therapies and treatments in animal reproductive medicine.
Dr. Silviu-Ionuț Borș
Prof. Dr. Ahmed S. Abdoon
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- animal reproduction
- management
- biotechnologies
- therapy
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