Abstract
We tested whether reductions in spermatozoal quality induced by under-nutrition are associated with increased germ cell apoptosis and disrupted spermatogenesis, and whether these effects are mediated by small RNAs. Groups of 8 male sheep were fed for a 10% increase or 10% decrease in body mass over 65 days. Underfeeding increased the number of apoptotic germ cells (P
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1-14 |
Journal | Scientific Reports |
Volume | 5 |
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Publication status | Published - 2015 |