Paternally-induced environmental programming of placenta development, offspring birth weight and health phenotypes in a mouse model
Elaine Y. Chen, Raquel Santana da Cruz, Aallya Nascimento, Meghali Joshi, Duane G. Pereira, Odalys Dominguez, Gabriela Fernandes, Megan Smith, Sara P.C. Paiva, Sônia de Assis
This study shows that paternal exposure to DDT before conception leads to smaller offspring, metabolic issues in males, and placental changes, suggesting environmental effects on intergenerational health.
Scientific Reports · Mar 30, 2024Peer-reviewedDevelopmental Biology