Abstract
Theriogenology has now a 40-year rich history on covering sperm biological aspects with a
special emphasis on farm and husbandry animals. The major and most influential of these
contributions will be placed into an evolutionary perspective of ongoing and intriguing
progresses made in this field. Although many molecular details have been published, it is
more the aim of this contribution to provide a guide through the main established aspects
and concepts of sperm surface biology and refer only to major molecular players and
mechanisms involved in sperm physiology. Those interested in more molecular details and
in-depth knowledge can easily access the most relevant literature which is included here
for reference purposes. With this approach, a logical and easy to follow buildup can be
made of the general picture of sperm surface dynamics and of the ergonomics of sperm
physiology and their function in mammalian fertilization. Understanding the ins and outs
of sperm surface biology and the dynamics thereof, might challenge future researchers to
design novel generation of better sperm-handling procedures. This could be beneficial for
assisted reproductive technology and animal breeding industries.
special emphasis on farm and husbandry animals. The major and most influential of these
contributions will be placed into an evolutionary perspective of ongoing and intriguing
progresses made in this field. Although many molecular details have been published, it is
more the aim of this contribution to provide a guide through the main established aspects
and concepts of sperm surface biology and refer only to major molecular players and
mechanisms involved in sperm physiology. Those interested in more molecular details and
in-depth knowledge can easily access the most relevant literature which is included here
for reference purposes. With this approach, a logical and easy to follow buildup can be
made of the general picture of sperm surface dynamics and of the ergonomics of sperm
physiology and their function in mammalian fertilization. Understanding the ins and outs
of sperm surface biology and the dynamics thereof, might challenge future researchers to
design novel generation of better sperm-handling procedures. This could be beneficial for
assisted reproductive technology and animal breeding industries.
| Original language | Undefined/Unknown |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 74-84 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Theriogenology |
| Volume | 81 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2014 |
Keywords
- Sperm cell
- Seminal plasma
- Capacitation
- Acrosome reaction
- Zona pellucida
- Fertilization