Reproductive Anatomy and Physiology

2015 ◽  
pp. 15-25
Keyword(s):  
Anatomy And Physiology ◽  
Reproductive Anatomy

scholarly journals New Approaches in Cancer Biology Can Inform the Biology Curriculum

2018 ◽  
Vol 80 (3) ◽  
pp. 168-174 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lynda Jones ◽  
Diana Gordon ◽  
Mary Zelinski
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Biology ◽  
Anatomy And Physiology ◽  
Medical Issues ◽  
Scientific Disciplines ◽  
Scientific Papers ◽  
Biological Concepts ◽  
Reproductive Anatomy ◽  
Thoughtful Discussion ◽  
Biology Curriculum ◽  
Affect Gene Expression

Students tend to be very interested in medical issues that affect them and their friends and family. Using cancer as a hook, the ART of Reproductive Medicine: Oncofertility curriculum (free, online, and NIH sponsored) has been developed to supplement the teaching of basic biological concepts and to connect biology and biomedical research. This approach allows integration of up-to-date information on cancer and cancer treatment, cell division, male and female reproductive anatomy and physiology, cryopreservation, fertility preservation, stem cells, ethics, and epigenetics into an existing biology curriculum. Many of the topics covered in the curriculum relate to other scientific disciplines, such as the latest developments in stem cell research including tissue bioengineering and gene therapy for inherited mitochondrial disease, how epigenetics occurs chemically to affect gene expression or suppression and how it can be passed down through the generations, and the variety of biomedical careers students could pursue. The labs are designed to be open-ended and inquiry-based, and extensions to the experiments are provided so that students can explore questions further. Case studies and ethical dilemmas are provided to encourage thoughtful discussion. In addition, each chapter of the curriculum includes links to scientific papers, additional resources on each topic, and NGSS alignment.

Human Adult Reproductive System

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrick Guthrie ◽  
Johanna Von Hofe ◽  
Rachael B Lancaster
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive System ◽  
Endocrine System ◽  
Reproductive Organs ◽  
Anatomy And Physiology ◽  
Human Reproductive ◽  
Reproductive Anatomy ◽  
Males And Females ◽  
And Function ◽  
Pituitary Adrenal Axis ◽  
Physiologic System

The human reproductive system is a unique combination of organs and endocrine components that is extremely complex and adaptive. The reproductive organs are distinct between males and females, and sexual differentiation is a result of genotype, gonadal type, and phenotype. The anatomic and physiologic system of each sex is composed with a set purpose: to propagate the human species. Linked closely to the reproductive system is the endocrine system, which provides the messengers and feedback mechanisms that allow the development, maintenance, and function of the reproductive organs. The gonads have both endocrine and exocrine functions, namely steroidogenesis and gametogenesis. This review focuses on the components of the endocrine system as well as male and female anatomy and physiology to fully grasp the human reproductive system.  Key words: fertility, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, reproductive anatomy, sexual aging, sexual physiology

scholarly journals 73 Engaging youth through bovine reproductive practices

2020 ◽  
Vol 98 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 5-5
Author(s):  
Nicholas W Dias ◽  
Alvaro Sales ◽  
Claire L Timlin ◽  
Curtis Friedel ◽  
Vitor R G Mercadante
Keyword(s):  
Beef Production ◽  
Anatomy And Physiology ◽  
Reproductive Management ◽  
High School Juniors ◽  
Bovine Reproduction ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Semen Storage ◽  
Reproductive Anatomy ◽  
Do It Yourself ◽  
Rectal Palpation

Abstract Two programs have been established at Virginia Tech with the purpose of engaging youth and showcasing agriculture. The Governor’s School for Agriculture (GSA) program began in 2001, and has over 1,850 graduates. High school juniors and seniors from different areas of the Commonwealth’s schools spend time on campus exploring the life sciences. The Virginia 4-H State Congress (4HC) is the premier, statewide annual 4-H event for outstanding teens, providing educational experiences to Virginia teens and helping them develop life skills and leadership abilities. Our extension group has focused on exposing teens enrolled in the GSA and 4HC to beef production, particularly bovine reproduction and reproductive biotechnologies. The 4-hr workshop, titled “Do it yourself cows”, consists of a mixture of in-class presentations and hands-on laboratories relating to bovine reproductive anatomy and physiology and reproductive biotechnologies. The wet-laboratory consists of bovine female reproductive tracts anatomy dissection and artificial insemination and rectal palpation simulation with a mannequin, as well as demonstrations of equipment used in the field including, nitrogen tank for semen storage, ultrasound and microscope visualization of bovine embryos. The GSA “Bovine Reproduction” course is 4 days long and allows for in-depth discussion of factors influencing fertility and case discussions on beef reproductive management. The hands-on portion of this course is similar to the 4HC workshop, however students are able to perform rectal palpation and ultrasonography in cattle. So far, 40 students from the GSA and 80 students from the 4HC (2 GSA, and 4 4HC programs) have graduated in the course. At the completion of both programs, a survey was performed and 100% of the students considered the program positive and gained knowledge and interest in bovine reproduction. Furthermore, 20% of students from the GSA program developed a desire to pursue a career in livestock production, and 92% of 4HC students claimed to have learned information they can apply in their communities. Our data indicate that we were successful in engaging youth in animal agriculture, specifically beef production.

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