Prolactin-mediates a lactation-induced suppression of arcuate kisspeptin neuronal activity necessary for lactational infertility in mice by Eleni Hackwell, Sharon R Ladyman, Jenny Clarkson, H James McQullian, Ulrich Boehm, Allan Edward Herbison, Rosemary Brown, David R Grattan

“…These observations show dynamic variation in arcuate kisspeptin neuronal activity associated with the hormonal changes of pregnancy and lactation, and provide direct evidence that prolactin action on arcuate kisspeptin neurons is necessary for suppressing fertility during lactation in mice.…”
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Effect of soil type and vermicompost applications on tomato growth by Marc A. Zucco, S. Alan Walters, She-Kong Chong, Brian P. Klubek, Joseph G. Masabni

“…Although there have been many studies on the benefits of VC as a fertilizer source, little research has focused on the effects and/or interactions of soil type and VC application rates on vegetable crop productivity. …”
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Characteristics and Driving Mechanism of Soil Organic Carbon Content in Farmland of Beijing Plain: Implication for the Fate of Engineered Polymers in Soil by Lanlan Zhang, Zhen Li, Shiwen Zhang, Shasha Xia, Hongguang Zou, Yuanfang Huang

“…SOC content increases as organic fertilizer input rises, and an extra unit (15 kg·ha−1) of organic fertilizer input leads to an increase of 0.057 g·kg−1 in SOC content. …”
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Establishment Methods and Application Evaluation of Animal Models in Reproductive Toxicology Research by HUANG Dongyan, WU Jianhui

“…This paper summarizes commonly used animal models for reproductive and development toxicity evaluation in reproductive toxicology research, including rat models for fertility and early embryonic development toxicity, rat models for embryo-fetal development toxicity, rabbit models for embryo-fetal development toxicity evaluation, minipig models for embryo-fetal development toxicity, rat models for perinatal toxicity, zebrafish models for embryonic development toxicity, and models for evaluating ovarian toxicity induced by chemical drugs, radiotherapy, autoimmunity, and ovariectomy, as well as models for evaluating testicular toxicity caused by chemical drugs and environmental factors. …”
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The effects of contour-based rainwater harvesting and integrated nutrient management on maize yields in semi-arid regions of Zimbabwe by Pasipanodya Chiturike, Jephta Gotosa, Innocent Wadzanai Nyakudya, Sandra M. Madamombe, Ronald Mandumbu, Ngonidzashe Chirinda, Andrew Tapiwa Kugedera, George Nyamadzawo

“…Abstract In the smallholder farming areas located in semi-arid regions of Zimbabwe, low and unreliable rainfall distribution and poor soil fertility are the major factors limiting crop production. …”
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Detrimental effects of cadmium on male infertility: A review by Nebojša Zečević, Jovana Kocić, Milan Perović, Aleksandar Stojsavljević

“…A median range of seminal plasma Cd levels from 0.2 to 1.5 µg/L can be considered safe for men’s fertility. This review strongly implies that Cd levels were notably higher in seminal plasma of infertile cases than controls. …”
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Quantifying soil surface erosion by Philippe, Pierre, Benahmed, Nadia

“…While this loss of solid matter induced by all kinds of fluid flows on the surface of soils is often a source of beauty in the landscapes that surround us, it also constitutes a major risk and poses growing threats in the context of global change as loss of agricultural soil fertility, decline in coastal ecosystems or increase in safety standards for flood protection structures. …”
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The current state of the problem of in vitrogene pool preservation in poultry by Y. L. Silyukova, O. I. Stanishevskaya, N. V. Dementieva

“…Despite numerous advances in semen cryobiology, new methods that can more efficiently restore semen fertility after cryopreservation are being sought. …”
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Effect of intercropping Lolium perenne in Ziziphus jujuba orchards on soil quality in the canopy by Yao Ma, Bin Cao, Xiaojia Wang, Weijun Chen

“…Collectively, these results suggest that an optimal density of ryegrass in intercropping not only bolsters the moisture retention capabilities of soil in Lingwu jujube orchards but also enhances overall soil fertility. Therefore, the adoption of ryegrass and jujube tree intercropping is highly advisable in the ecologically sensitive and resource-constrained arid sandy regions of northern China, offering substantial practical benefits.…”
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Effects of cattle manure and sludge vermicompost on nutrient dynamics and yield in strawberry cultivation with distinct continuous cropping histories in a greenhouse by Xiaofeng Bai, Wei Lu, Jin Xu, Qingyun Li, Zhanjun Xue, Xin-Xin Wang

“…Both type of vermicompost improved substrate fertility, promoted plant growth and fruit quality. …”
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Male infertility along with the era of coronavirus infection SARS-CoV-2 by N. G. Kulchenko, N. K. Druzhinina, G. I. Myandina

“…COVID‑19 generally has a negative impact on spermatogenesis and male fertility. To date, the timing and degree of restoration of a man’s reproductive function after a coronavirus infection remains completely unknown. …”
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Factors Influencing the Uptake and Sustainable Use of Soil and Water Conservation Measures in Bubaare Micro-Catchment, Kabale District, South Western Uganda by Willbroad, Byamukama, Ssemakula, E, Kalibwani, R

“…Highland areas of Kabale are reported to be severely affected by soil erosion and declining soil fertility despite continued efforts by farmers to conserve soil and water resources. …”
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Green gram yield prediction using linear regression by Tumusiime, Robert, Mabirizi, Vicent, Mirembe, D.P, Arinanye, T.R

“…The predictor variables used were; soil type, soil PH, soil fertility, rainfall distribution, weeding practice, pest and disease management, fertilizer application, plant spacing, and cropping system. …”
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Adoption of sustainable agricultural intensification practices: assessing the role of institutional and socio economic factors amongst smallholder farmers. by Kule, Enos Katya, Agole, David, Obia, Alfred, Okello, Daniel Micheal, Odongo, Walter

“…Results showed that improved maize varieties, conservation tillage, legume intercrop, integrated soil fertility management (ISFM), and integrated pest management (IPM) were adopted by 58, 36, 44, 52, and 56% of the farmers. …”
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Gonadal health benefits of black cumin (Nigella sativa) seed oil on chronic lead-exposed male Wistar rats by Afrina Mustari, Mahabub Alam, Samia Rashid, A.G.M.Sofi Uddin Mahamud, Mohammad Alam Miah, Emdadul Hauqe Chowdhury

“…Medical herbs like Nigella sativa include antioxidants that have been shown to enhance spermatogenesis and male fertility. This research aimed to investigate the gonadal health benefits of Nigella sativa seed oil (NSO) as an antidote in male rats exposed to chronic Pb toxicity. …”
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Elevated Lipid Concentrations in Seminal Plasma Can Reduce Sperm Motility in Simmental Bulls by Zhuo Yang, Fang Luo, Chenglei Song, Zhiyuan Ma, Yucheng Tian, Yu Fu, Hao Zheng, Jinzhong Tao

“…Sperm motility is a key factor influencing male fertility and is associated with metabolic and lipid profiles across species. …”
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Effect of flipped classroom method on the reflection ability in nursing students in the professional ethics course; Solomon four-group design by Mohammad Rasool Khazaei, Eshagh Moradi, Azizeh Barry, Mohammad Hasan Keshavarzi, Akram Hashemi, Ghobad Ramezani, Atefeh Zabihi Zazoli, Farzaneh Farzadnia

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Unexpected acute appendicitis found at laparoscopic surgery for a right ovarian teratoma: A case report by Rie Okuya, Hiroshi Ishikawa, Nozomi Sakai, Eri Katayama, Kaori Kuroda, Kaori Koga

“…Once adnexal torsion is suspected in young women, gynecologists should perform surgery to release the torsion as promptly as possible to preserve future fertility. Herein, we report a case of acute appendicitis that was unexpectedly discovered during laparoscopic surgery initially performed for suspected torsion of a right ovarian teratoma. …”
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Intra-specific variation in mortality of even-aged Cryptomeria japonica (L. f.) D. Don. forests can be explained using relationships among long-term stand characteristics by Keiko Fukumoto, Tomohiro Nishizono, Fumiaki Kitahara

“…Results Annual mortality was approximately 4% in the most fertile stands, increasing gradually with decreasing site fertility. …”
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Comparative efficacy of hydroxychloride and organic sources of zinc, copper, and manganese on hatching eggs, embryo and hatchlings attributes by Reza Bakhshalinejad, Stephanie Torrey, Elijah G. Kiarie

“…There were no interactions (P > 0.05) between the breeder age and trace mineral sources or main effects of trace mineral sources on egg components, settable egg percentage, fertility, hatchability, late-embryonic mortality, and the ratio of hatched male to female. …”
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