Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), is a prevalent metabolic disorder associated with placental dysfunction and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Emerging evidence points to endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress as a potential initiating factor in G…
BACKGROUND: Infertility in women of reproductive age is a major worldwide health problem. Oxidative stress, inflammatory responses, and dysregulation of lipid metabolism are among the factors that contribute to female infertility. The ratio…
INTRODUCTION: Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) is a condition characterized by ovarian dysfunction occurring before the age of 40, and its etiology is multifactorial, including genetic, immunological, infectious, environmental, and iat…
A miniature laser ablation probe relying on an optical fiber to deliver light requires a high coupling efficiency objective with sufficient magnification in order to provide adequate power and field for surgery. A diffraction-limited optica…