Mammalian pregnancy creates unique challenges for immune systems highly evolved to
detect and eliminate invading pathogens. Recognition of the challenges created by …

Neutrophils represent the first line of innate immunity and are the most prominent line of
cellular defence against invading microorganisms. On stimulation, they can quickly move …

Background Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that involves
multiple organs. However, the current SLE-related biomarkers still lack sufficient sensitivity …

The first 7 days post-insemination are critical for establishment of pregnancy. The pre-
ovulatory luteinizing hormone (LH) surge induces ovulation through disruption of the follicle …

An early and precise diagnosis of pregnancy in cows is critical to short the calving interval
and to improve their reproductive efficiency. Neutrophils are the first blood cells to sensitize …

Lymph nodes have functions in the adaptive immune response, and interferon-tau (IFNT), a
primary pregnancy recognition signal in domestic ruminants has effects on immune …

Fertility of recipient beef cows with subclinical endometritis (SCE) that did or did not receive
flunixin meglumine (FM) treatment were compared following transfer of d 7 embryo. The …

Effective bidirectional communication between the embryo and dam improves the
reproductive efficiency of dairy cows. Possible role of immunosuppressive indolamine-2, 3 …

Pregnancy losses during the peri-implantation period cause a negative impact on the
reproductive and economic performance of dairy herds. In this study, we investigated the …

The interaction between early embryo and maternal immune system for the establishment of
pregnancy is the focus of several studies; however, it remains unclear. The maternal …