Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Lesley Wassef"
- Lesley Wassef's research primarily investigates the roles of vitamin A and its precursors, particularly β-carotene, in embryonic development, focusing on their metabolism, transport mechanisms, and impacts on organogenesis during gestation.
- Key findings demonstrate the complex interplay between maternal dietary vitamin A, β-carotene metabolism, and the implications for fetal health, revealing how both excess and deficiency can lead to significant congenital malformations.
- Wassef's studies highlight novel mechanisms of vitamin A and β-carotene transfer at the maternal-fetal barrier and their effects on placental function, emphasizing the critical balance necessary for proper embryonic development.
