Baby Booster: Male Fertility Linked to Proteins That Keep Sperm Swimming, Not Napping Researchers from the University of Osaka, Japan, have identified two specific proteins essential for proper sperm function, shedding light on male fertility factors. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, highlights the crucial role of these proteins in ensuring that sperm […]
Sperm use corkscrew-like fluid flows to screw through their path to fertilization
Sperm Use Corkscrew-Like Fluid Flows to Screw Through Their Path to Fertilization We often imagine sperm as swimmers, tiny cells whipping their tails to power through fluid. However, recent studies have revealed a fascinating and lesser-known aspect of sperm motility – their ability to navigate through complex environments using corkscrew-like movements facilitated by fluid flows. […]