Written by experts in their respective fields, this book reviews the expanding knowledge concerning the mechanisms regulating
male reproduction at the molecular and cellular levels. It covers the development of the testes and
regulatory controls for spermatogenesis and steroidogenesis, and it considers aspects of Sertoli cell function. Areas of emphasis include communication between the various cell types involved in reproduction by hormone and growth factors and the mechanisms by which these factors regulate gene expression. A number of
mammalian systems, including humans, are covered. The carefully selected authors provide a clear synopsis of the concepts in each area as well as the latest…
