How steroid hormones affect the function of the oviduct
The actions of steroid hormones on oviduct function
This study looks at how the hormones estrogen and progesterone help the oviduct work better for fertility, aiming to find ways to improve sperm movement and embryo development, which could lead to better success rates in fertility treatments for those trying to conceive.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Missouri-Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10560504 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of steroid hormones, specifically estrogen and progesterone, in the function of the oviduct, which is crucial for fertility. By understanding how these hormones influence the epithelial cells lining the oviduct, the research aims to identify key factors that support sperm migration, fertilization, and embryo development. The study will create a detailed map of steroid actions over time, which could lead to improvements in assisted reproductive technologies. Patients may benefit from insights that enhance the success rates of fertility treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing infertility related to Fallopian tube dysfunction.
Not a fit: Patients with infertility not related to oviduct function or those who do not require assisted reproductive technologies may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the success rates of assisted reproductive technologies for individuals facing infertility.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding hormonal influences on reproductive processes can lead to significant advancements in fertility treatments.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of Missouri-Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Winuthayanon, Wipawee — University of Missouri-Columbia
- Study coordinator: Winuthayanon, Wipawee
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.