Introduction to Mammalian Reproduction [Paperback]

Introduction to Mammalian Reproduction is a welcome contribution to the fields of gametogenesis, gamete transport, fertilization, and reproduction technologies. Key topics covered include:
*formation and maturation of male gametes;
*morphology and physiology of female gametes;
*how the sperm meets the egg;
*sperm-egg fusion, egg activation, and implantation of fertilized egg;
*assisted reproduction and environmental chemicals that have an effect on formation and function of male and female gametes.

This book is for both researchers and students involved in reproductive biology.

Introduction to Mammalian Reproduction is a welcome contribution to the fields of gametogenesis, gamete transport, fertilization, and reproduction technologies. Key topics covered include:
*formation and maturation of male gametes;
*morphology and physiology of female gametes;
*how the sperm meets the egg;
*sperm-egg fusion, egg activation, and implantation of fertilized egg;
*assisted reproduction and environmental chemicals that have an effect on formation and function of male and female gametes.

This book is for both researchers and students involved in reproductive biology.List of Contributors. Preface. Acknowledgements. Part I: Male Gamete. 1. Mammalian Testes: Structure and Function; N. Ravidranath, et al. 2. The Sperm Acrosome: Formation and Contents; A. Abou-Haila, D.R.P. Tulsiani. 3. Ductus Epididymis; G.A. Cornwall. 4. The Testicular and Epididymal Luminal Fluid Microenvironment; C.M. Rodriguez, B.T. Hinton. 5. Sperm Motility: Patterns and Regulation; S. Vijayaraghvan. 6. Testicular and Epididymal Maturation of Mammalian Spermatozoa; K. Toshimori. 7. Glycosil Phosphatidyl Inositol (GPI) Anchored Molecules on Mammalian Spermatozoa; B.M.J. Pereira, et al. 8. Male Accessory Glands: Ml8