This review emphasizes the comparative approach for developing insight into knowledge
related to cellular communications occurring in the hypothalamus–pituitary–gonadal axis …

Glyphosate (Gly) is a broad-spectrum herbicide widely used thanks to its high efficiency and
low toxicity. However, evidence exists of its toxic effects on non-target organisms. Among …

The terrestrial lizard Podarcis siculus is the most abundant reptile in Italy, where is
considered a ubiquitous species. This lizard is widely distributed from the islands to the …

In the lacertid Podarcis siculus the reproductive cycle is typically biphasic, with alternate
recrudescence (Spring and Fall) and resting (Summer and Winter) phases. This study aimed …

Ovarian structure and folliculogenesis of females at different reproductive stages are
described for the viviparous placentotrophic lizard Mabuya mabouya. The small ovaries …

In the present ultrastructural study intercellular bridges, connecting somatic granulosa cells
to oocyte, have been detected for the first time and their modifications have been followed …

We studied the ultrastructural organization of the ovarian follicles in a placentotrophic
Andean lizard of the genus Mabuya. The oocyte of the primary follicle is surrounded by a …

The activins and inhibins are glycoproteins with a role in the follicular development of
vertebrates, that are found in follicular fluid and somatic follicular cells, with a different …

Histological changes during the ovarian cycle of the oviparous gekkonid lizard,
Hemidactylus mabouia are described. The ovaries each contained a single germinal …

The presence and localization of caspase 3, a master enzyme in apoptosis, have been
analyzed in tissues of four species of Molluscs: the Bivalves Callista chione and …