Single cell sequencing enables novel insights to unravel human testicular tissue heterogeneity

Testis tissue is very complex and heterogeneous as it is made up of several somatic (Leydig, Sertoli, peritubular myoid cells and others) and germ cell types (spermatogonia, spermatocytes and spermatids). Due to the high number of different cell types, histological and molecular studies have always been challenging. As an example, the use of bulk RNA …

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World’s first approval for testicular re-implantation to restore fertility of childhood cancer survivors

Prof. Ellen Goossens from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), in cooperation with the Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel (UZ Brussel), received the ethical approval to re-implant previously frozen testicular tissue in male cancer survivors who lost their fertility because of childhood cancer treatments. If successful, sperm cells will develop in the implanted tissue to restorethe fertility ofthese patients. Childhood cancer survival rates …

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COST Action ANDRONET

ANDRONET, the biggest running European network in andrology, aims to increase research collaboration, education, and public awareness in male reproductive health. It was born within a social context of worst reproductive outcomes, tightly related with the male factor, in which establishing strong connections between clinicians and researchers is essential to tackle a problem with such …

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14th NYRA Meeting – SAVE THE DATES!

We are delighted to invite you to join us in the 14th NYRA Meeting taking place on September 19th-21st 2022, at University of East Anglia in Norwich in the United Kingdom. This last year has been a challenging time. The coronavirus pandemic has caused severe disruptions and obstacles to research as well as affected all …

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EAA Zagreb Summer School on Testis Histology and Pathology for Clinical Andrologists and Embryologists

The European Academy of Andrology (EAA) is pleased to announce the 3rd edition of the EAA Zagreb Summer School on Testis Histology and Pathology for Clinical Andrologists and Embryologists to be held in Zagreb, Croatia from June 27th to July 1st, 2022 To apply, the candidates should fill out the Application Form and send it together with a …

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In memory of Bernard Jegou

It is with great sadness that we learned about the passing of Professor Bernard Jegou from Rennes, France. Bernard Jegou was a well-known person in the field of Andrology, especially for his winning personality that many of us have experienced during the Testis Workshops over the years, but also for his outstanding scientific career. Bernard …

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13th NYRA Meeting: Opening of Registration!

NYRA Members! Join the young researcher community next May 29th-30th, 2021 and register for the next Virtual 13th NYRA Meeting. Do not miss the opportunity of Present your work in oral/poster presentation Attend plenary talks given by outstanding invited speakers Participate in the Workshop “Providing evidence for the skills that stay with you” Meet other young researchers from all …

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