Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5922337 Journal of Insect Physiology 2011 6 Pages PDF
Abstract
▶ The seminal fluid of honeybees is remarkably efficient at keeping sperm alive. ▶ The presence of proteins within seminal fluid and their structural integrity are crucial to keep sperm alive. ▶ The positive effect of seminal fluid proteins on sperm survival cannot be replicated using generic protein substitutes in fructose activated sperm.
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Life Sciences Agricultural and Biological Sciences Insect Science
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Proteins within the seminal fluid are crucial to keep sperm viable in the honeybee Apis mellifera
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