Advances in ovarian follicle culture systems: exploring the interplay between cells, matrix, and ovarian architecture
Alberto Maria Luciano; Noemi Monferini; Ludovica Donadini; Pritha Dey; Fernanda Fagali Franchi; Valentina Lodde; Federica Franciosi
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05/20/2025
Accepted date:
06/30/2025
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