As scientists gain a better understanding of the mysteries of human physiology, the protein called myostatin (MSTN) has repeatedly been shown to play a central role in human reproduction. A new ...

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

In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers in Austria discuss the role of certain minerals in the female reproductive system. The function of minerals for female reproductive ...

The rete ovarii, a poorly understood structure connected to the ovaries, may be much more essential to ovarian function than scientists initially thought. When you purchase through links on our site, ...

The cellular biology of reproduction is often depicted as an epic journey, in which millions of intrepid sperm fight to be the first to claim the ultimate prize: the chance to fertilize the egg, which ...

A woman's fertility usually begins to decline in her mid-30s. This means the chances of becoming pregnant decreases drastically each month. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news ...

(THE CONVERSATION) A growing share of Americans, especially in rural areas, are losing access to reproductive health care. At the same time, American women are dying during or after pregnancy at ...

Emma Waters is a policy analyst in the Center for Technology and the Human Person at The Heritage Foundation. The topic of infertility has received unprecedented attention in national politics since ...