Andrology-Open Access
Open Access

Department of School of Medicine, University of Dundee, Scotland

Publications

• Research Article   
  A Systematic Review Focusing on the Use of Slo1 and Slo3 as Potential Targets for the Modulation of Sperm Motility and the Development of a Male Contraceptive Pill
  Author(s): Maria Eleni Dionelli*
  
  Background: There is limited knowledge and research regarding male contraceptives. Surveys conducted by pharmaceutical companies have shown that males will not take a pill that will affect their hormones. However, data from a government survey conducted in the United Kingdom in 2019 showed that 33% of sexually active men agreed on taking a male contraceptive pill, which is the exact same percentage of women that currently use a hormonal contraception. This research project seeks to establish whether the stated evidence regarding Slo1 and Slo3 as potential targets is adequate, whether there is evidence of the expression of Slo1 and/or Slo3 cellular localization in human spermatozoa and whether it can lead to the development of a male contraceptive pill. Methods: A systematic review on numerous databases was conducted. The sea.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2167-0250.21.10.233

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