Y chromosome genes influencing sperm development identified
Genes on the Y chromosome that regulate the development of sperm and influence fertility in male mice have been identified...
Jake Knox is a Volunteer Writer at BioNews, having originally joined the publication under the auspices of its writing scheme. Jake is currently completing a PhD at the Institute of Child Health, University College London. His research involves investigating the antiretroviral drug dolutegravir and understanding its potential impact on embryonic development. He originally studied Genetics at Queen Mary University of London.
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Genes on the Y chromosome that regulate the development of sperm and influence fertility in male mice have been identified...
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