The mystery of early embryonic communication is starting to be unraveled thanks to a new stem cell-based model.

Life begins with a single fertilized cell that gradually transforms into a multicellular organism. This process requires ...

From the moment an embryo starts to take shape, two-way communication is critical for making sure tissues and organs develop correctly.

Embryos and the uterus exchange molecular signals within the first hour, shaping whether implantation succeeds or fails.

By engineering a system replicating the womb lining with high biological accuracy, researchers at the Babraham Institute and ...

Scientists are exploring ways to mimic the origins of human life without two fundamental components: sperm and egg. They are coaxing clusters of stem cells – programmable cells that can transform into ...

Although embryonic stem cells (ESCs) have been successfully derived from mice and rats, efforts to establish chimeric and germline-competent ESC lines in species beyond rodents have been unsuccessful.

Seals give birth only when conditions are right. After mating, a female seal can delay implantation of the embryo in the ...

Cell signaling is crucial for cells to communicate and function correctly. Disruptions in these pathways, caused by genetic mutations or environmental factors, can lead to uncontrolled cell growth, ...

The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) today announced the 10 most downloaded papers of 2025 from Stem Cell Reports, its ...