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February 2016 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Advancements in male reproductive medicine are ongoing, but more research and improved treatments are needed in several areas.
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February 2019 in “Journal of neurochemistry” Sex hormones affect brain injury differently in males and females.
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