New research has mapped the cell types that specialize to form reproductive organs in both sexes, identifying key genes and ...

Reproductive biology involves the scientific study of the reproductive system. Improved understanding of reproductive biology can lead to new treatments for reproductive disorders, such as infertility ...

A new study shows that the embryo and the uterine lining conduct an active "conversation" from the very earliest stages of ...

The term 'reproductive techniques' describes any method or technology used to generate a new individual, including techniques used in selective breeding, cloning and assisted reproduction technologies ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Michael Boyle is an experienced financial professional with more than 10 years working with ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

The heart is a pump, and the blood goes round, and round, and round all the time. And why does it do that? Why can't it just have a rest? Well, the blood has to be kept moving around all the time ...

The skeleton allows movement, provides support and protection for vital organs and makes blood cells. Skeletal muscles move the bones in the body. The skeletal system is made from bones and joints.

Register for the Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council’s (DCRC) next webinar – Deciphering the roles of FSH in the ...

The vulva includes structures like the mons pubis, labia majora, and labia minora. The clitoris is located at the top of the vulva and is covered by the clitoral hood. Inside, the vagina connects the ...

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