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Scientists have discovered a sexual reproduction process in microalgae that helps them better understand algae and plant evolution. Their discovery could lead to new industrial applications for ...

Some animals are capable of parthenogenesis, a reproductive process in which females produce offspring without fertilization. This phenomenon has been documented in reptiles, sharks, birds, and ...

Genetic quality or genetic compatibility? What do female fruit flies prioritize when mating? Researchers show that both factors are important at different stages of the reproductive process and that ...

Researchers have uncovered how egg cells prepare for the creation of life. Their work reveals the secrets of the Balbiani body, a remarkable structure that organizes essential molecules to guide early ...

Here is a thought experiment for “National Infertility Awareness Week”: imagine in vitro fertilization (IVF) did not exist, and the only solution for couples facing infertility was to optimize their ...

Menopause is known to mark a major transition in women’s bodies, but its effects on the reproductive system as a whole is ...