Publications by authors named "Asmaa E Sharaf"
Reprod Domest Anim
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- Sperm preservation is important in biotech for maintaining male genetic quality, but oxidative stress (OS) during preservation can harm sperm vitality and fertility after thawing.
- Researchers are exploring the use of antioxidants in semen extenders to combat OS and improve the health and fertility potential of preserved ram sperm.
- Targeted proteomics techniques are being used to identify and modify proteins in cryopreserved ram sperm, aiming to enhance preservation quality and mitigate the negative impacts of OS.
Article Synopsis
- Bee bread extract (BBE) was studied for its potential to enhance the quality of cryopreserved ram semen when added to egg yolk extender (EYE) or soybean lecithin extender (SBLE).
- The study found that SBLE outperformed EYE in preserving semen quality, with significant improvements in sperm motility, viability, and membrane integrity when supplemented with BBE.
- BBE not only enhanced sperm characteristics but also boosted antioxidant activity and reduced sperm apoptosis, indicating its beneficial role in semen cryopreservation.
