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The human endometrium (uterine lining) undergoes cyclical breakdown and scarless regeneration during each menstrual cycle, representing an exceptional model of adult tissue renewal. Regeneration is driven primarily by progenitor cells retai…

The human ovarian reserve is established prenatally, when granulosa cells encapsulate germ cells to form a pool of quiescent primordial follicles, that ultimately determines the female reproductive and endocrine lifespan. From birth to meno…

Metabolism supplies energy, building blocks, and signaling molecules vital for cell function and communication, but methods to directly measure it at single-cell and/or spatial resolutions remain technically challenging and inaccessible for…

The human vascular system, comprising endothelial cells (ECs) and mural cells, covers a vast surface area in the body, providing a critical interface between blood and tissue environments. Functional differences exist across specific vascul…