Neural mechanisms coordinating the female reproductive system in the locust.

Self-Esteem and Defense Mechanisms in Infertile Couples Based on the Cause of Infertility in Royan Infertility Treatment Center in 2017

Introduction: Infertility could decrease the self-esteem of the infertile couples. Using the defensive style is one way to deal with stressful events. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the role of self-esteem and defense mechanisms based on the cause of infertility. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 400 infertile couples referred to infertility center in Tehran, Iran. P...

Effects of endocrine disruption by 4-nonylphenol ethoxylate on the grwoth preformance and immune responses of female and male immature Koi carp (Cyprinus carpio carpio)

Nonylphenol (NP) is an endocrine disrupting chemical which has been shown to be able to modulate endocrine system of various organisms by different mechanisms. The objective of this study was to investigate the potential effects of  4-NP and 17-β-estradiol (E2) on immune parameters (IgM level and lysozyme activity) of   Koi carp (Cyprinus the carpio carpio)  in an attempt to expand the knowledg...

Relationship between Moroccan locust (Dociostaurus maroccanus) population densities and rangeland plant properties in Golestan province (Case study: Qaraqar-Bozorg rangelands)

The Moroccan locust (Dociostaurus maroccanus Thunberg) is one of the most important species of locusts in Iran and many parts of the world, which causes great damage to pastures and agricultural products every year. Since a main part of the life cycle of this insect is spent in pastures, recognizing the relationship between locusts and plant properties are important in the rangeland management ...

Sulpiride-Induced Hyperprolactinemia in Mature Female Rats: Evidence for Alterations in The Reproductive System, Pituitary and Ovarian Hormones

I-23: Reproduction and Toll Like Receptors(TLRs

Female and male reproductive tracts are of interest sites to study of immune system because they encounter specific infections such as those are sexually transmitted. Furthermore, female reproductive tract is in close contact with allogenic sperms and transmitted microorganisms during intercourse and semi allogenic fetus during pregnancy. In mammals, there are two types of immune responses, the...