NCR57: Reproductive Physiology
(Multistate Research Coordinating Committee and Information Exchange Group)
Status: Inactive/Terminating
NCR57: Reproductive Physiology
Duration: 10/01/1999 to 09/30/2004
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Non-Technical Summary
Statement of Issues and Justification
Objectives
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Identify the mechanisms controlling pubertal development, the resumption of cycles after parturition, folliculogenesis, gametogenesis, fertilization, pregnancy establishment, and survival of embryos and fetuses. a) Identify the genes and their products that regulate these processes. b) Develop technologies for in vitro embryo production, enhanced embryo and fetal survival, and regulation of the estrous cycle.
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Promote scientific exchange and critique at the annual meeting, improve the quality of research conducted, minimize duplication of research effort, and encourage cooperation and collaboration among scientists at different institutions.
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Provide unique opportunities for information exchange and technology transfer using conferences and other forums.
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