Special Issue on Cryopreservation of Semen and Oocyte

Semen cryopreservation is a procedure to preserve sperm cells using either a controlled-rate, slow-cooling method (slow programmable freezing) or a newer flash-freezing process known as vitrification. The longest reported successful storage for human sperm is 22 years. Human oocyte cryopreservation is a process in which a woman’s eggs are extracted, frozen and stored. Oocyte cryopreservation is aimed at three particular groups of women: those diagnosed with cancer who have not yet begun chemotherapy or radiotherapy; those undergoing treatment with assisted reproductive technologies who do not consider embryo freezing an option; and those who would like to preserve their future ability to have children.

In this special issue, we intend to invite front-line researchers and authors to submit original research and review articles on exploring Cryopreservation of Semen and Oocyte. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Semen cryopreservation
• Oocyte cryopreservation
• Semen collection
• Sperm extraction
• Vitro fertilization
• Artificial insemination
• Semen quality
• Conception rates
• Current technology

Authors should read over the journal’s For Authors carefully before submission. Prospective authors should submit an electronic copy of their complete manuscript through the journal’s Paper Submission System.

Please kindly specify the “Special Issue” under your manuscript title. The research field “Special Issue - Cryopreservation of Semen and Oocyte” should be selected during your submission.

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