Members of CRU

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Agenäs, Sigrid; PhD
Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Lactation physiology

Algers, Bo; Professor
Dept. of Animal Environment and Health, SLU, Skara
Keywords: Endocrinology and genetics in domestic animals.

Andersson, Leif; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, BMC, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics in domestic animals.

Andersson, Marie; PhD-student
Dept. of Physiology and Developmental Biology, Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Project title: Mechanism of excretion of the environmental adrenal toxicant MeSO2-DDE and related structures into breast milk
Principal supervisor: Ingvar Brandt
Keywords: Endocrinology, Multidrug Resistant Transporters

Axelsson, Jeanette; PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, BMC, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrine disruption, Japanese quail, sexual behavior, embryonic development, UV-filters.

Axnér, Eva; DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Feline sperm function, feline artificial insemination, lynx reproduction.
Publications:
1. Axnér E, Malmqvist M, Linde-Forsberg C, Rodrigues-Martinez H. Regional histology of the ductus epididymidis in the domestic cat. J Reprod Dev 1999, 45, 151-160.
2. Axnér E, Linde-Forsberg C, & Einarsson S. Morphology and motility of spermatozoa from different regions of the epididymal duct in the domestic cat. Theriogenology 1999, 52, 767-778.
3. Axnér E, Pukazhenthi BS, Wildt DE, Linde-Forsberg C, Spindler RE. Creatine phosphokinase in spermatozoa from different regions of the epididymis and correlation with sperm morphology in the domestic cat. Molecular Reproduction and Development 2002, 62, 265-270.
4. Chatdarong K, Kampa N, Axnér E, Linde-Forsberg C. Investigation of cervical patency and uterine appearance in domestic cats by fluoroscopy and scintigraphy. Reprod Dom Anim 2002, 37, 1-8.
5. Axnér E, Hermansson U, Linde-Forsberg C. The effect of Equex-STM paste and sperm morphology on post-thaw survival of cat epididymal spermatozoa. Anim Reprod Sci 2004, 84, 179.191.
6. Chatdarong K, Rungsipipat A, Axnér E, Linde-Forsberg C. Hysterographic appearance and uterine histology at different stages of the reproductive cycle and after progestagen treatment in the domestic cat. Theriogenology 2005, 64, 12-29.
Keywords: Reproduction, feline, canine, spermatozoa, artificial insemination.

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Berg, Cecilia; PhD,  Associate professor
Dept. Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden.
Current research activities: The main focus of my research is sex differentiation and reproductive system development and how these processes are affected by exposure to chemicals. Transient exposure to chemicals during critical periods of embryo-foetal development can result in reproductive disorders and impaired fertility as the animal become adult. Using the frog as a model we investigate endocrine disruption, developmental and reproductive toxicity using methods that range over several levels of biological organisation including molecular, physiological, and behavioural. For more information see: www.ebc.uu.se/forskning/IOB/Ekotoxikologi/Cecilia_Berg/
Publications:
1. Berg. C., Halldin., Brunström, B., Brandt, I. (1998). Methods for Studying Xenoestrogenic Effects in Birds. Toxicology Letters, 102-103: 671-676.
2. Berg, C., Halldin., Fridolfsson, A-K, Brandt, I., Brunström, B. (1999). The Avian Egg as a Test System for Endocrine Disrupters: Effects of diethylstilbestrol and ethynylestradiol on sex organ development. Science of the Total Environment, 233:1-3, 57-66.
3. Berg, C. (2000). Environmental Pollutants and the Reproductive System in Birds: Developmental Effects of Estrogenic Compounds. Doctoral thesis. Department of Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University.
4. Berg, C., Holm, L., Brandt, I., Brunström B. (2001). Anatomical and Histological Changes in the Oviducts of Japanese Quail, Coturnix japonica, After Embryonic Exposure to Ethynylestradiol. Reproduction, 121: 155-165.
5. Holm, L. Berg, C., Brunström, B., Ridderstråle, Y., Brandt, I. (2001). Disrupted Carbonic Anhydrase Distribution in the Avian Shell Gland Following In Ovo Exposure to Estrogen. Archives of Toxicology 75:362-368.
Keywords: Endocrine disruption, avian embryo, reproductive organ differentiation, oviduct, eggshell.

Berglund, Britt; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
My scientific field is in quantitative genetics and applied animal breeding. Specific area of research is in dairy cattle health and fertility traits, genetic and environmental variation, interrelationships between these traits and with productivity and longevity and their importance in a sustainable breeding programme.
Publications:
1. Berglund, B., Steinbock, L. & Elvander, M. 2003. Causes of stillbirth and time of death in Swedish Holstein calves post-mortem examined. Acta vet. scand. 44, 111-120.
2. Hagnestam, C., Emanuelson, U. & Berglund, B., 2007. Yield losses associated with clinical mastitis occurring in different weeks of lactation. J. Dairy Sci. 90, 2260-2270.
3. Odensten, M. O., Berglund, B., Persson Waller, K. & Holtenius, K. 2007. Metabolism and udder health at dry-off in cows of different breeds and production levels. J. Dairy Sci. 90, 1417-1428.
4. Petersson, K-J, Gustafsson, H., Strandberg, E. & Berglund, B. 2006. Atypical progesterone profiles and fertility in Swedish dairy cows. J. Dairy Sci., 89, 2529-2538.
5. Petersson, K-J, Berglund, B., Strandberg, E., Gustafsson, H., Flint, A.P.F., Wolliams, J.A. & Royal, M. 2007. Genetic analysis of postpartum measures of luteal activity in dairy cows. J. Dairy Sci. 90, 427-434.
Keywords: Dairy cows, genetic parameters, female fertility, stillbirths, calving difficulties.

Bergqvist, Ann-Sofi; DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Glycosaminoglycans in dairy cattle reproduction.

Bergström, Ulrika; PhD, Researcher
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Developmental toxicology, bioactivation, genetics.

Björklund, Mats; Professor
Animal Ecology/Department of Ecology and Evolution, Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Speciation, reproductive physiology in birds.

Björkman, Camilla; FD, Professor
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Ruminant Medicine and Epidemiology, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords:

Brandt, Ingvar; Professor
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords:

Brandt, Ylva; DVM, PhD
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynaecology, endocrinology, spermatozoa, domestic animals.

Bredhult, Carolina; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University Hospital, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrine disruptors, human reproduction, grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) reproduction.

Brunström Björn; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
The research of my group is focused on effects of environmental contaminants on the development of avian embryos. Embryos are exposed in ovo early in development via injection into the yolk sac. Effects of various endocrine disrupters on development of the reproductive organs and on the male reproductive behaviour in quail following embryonic exposure are presently studied. Expression of estrogen receptor α and β in brain and reproductive organs in quail embryos at various developmental stages is studied using PCR and in situ hybridisation. In another project the response of fish gills to dioxin-like compounds (Ah receptor agonists) in the water is studied and a method for monitoring such compounds in recipients is developed.
Publications:
1. Berg, C., K. Halldin, A.-K. Fridolfsson, I. Brandt & B. Brunström: The avian egg as a test system for endocrine disrupters: Effects of diethylstilbestrol and ethynylestradiol on sex organ development. Sci. Tot. Environ. 1999, 233, 57-66.
2. Halldin, K., C. Berg, I. Brandt & B. Brunström: Sexual behavior in Japanese quail as a test end point for endocrine disruption: Effects of in ovo exposure to ethinylestradiol and diethylstilbestrol. Environ. Health Perspect. 1999, 107, 861-866.
3. Berg, C., L. Holm, I. Brandt & B. Brunström: Anatomical and histological changes in the oviducts of Japanese quail, Coturnix japonica, following embryonic exposure to ethynyloestradiol. Reproduction 2001, 121, 155-165.
4. Brunström, B., B.-O. Lund, A. Bergman, L. Asplund, I. Athanassiadis, M. Athanasiadou, S. Jensen & J. Örberg: Reproductive toxicity in mink (Mustela vison) chronically exposed to environmentally relevant PCB concentrations. Environ. Toxicol. Chem. 2001, 20, 2836-2840.
5. Halldin, K., C. Berg, Å. Bergman, I. Brandt & B. Brunström: Distribution of bisphenol A and tetrabromobisphenol A in quail eggs, embryos and laying birds and studies on reproduction variables in adults following in ovo exposure. Arch. Toxicol. 2001, 75, 597-603.
Keywords: Reproductive toxicology, endocrine disrupters, birds, fish, mammals.

Båge, Renée; DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECAR   
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Reproductive wastage after artificial insemination of dairy heifers and cows of the Swedish Red breed and the Swedish Holstein breed. Pheromones for modulating reproduction in cattle: Identifying biological potential and active scent.
Selected publications:
1. Awasthi H, Saravia F, Rodríguez-Martínez H, Bage R. Do Cytoplasmic Lipid Droplets Accumulate in Immature Oocytes from Over-Conditioned Repeat Breeder Dairy Heifers? Reprod Domest Anim. 2009 Sep 7. [Epub ahead of print]
2. Petyim S, Bage R, Madej A, Larsson B. Ovum Pick-up in Dairy Heifers: Does it Affect Animal Well-being? Reprod Domest Anim. 2007 Dec;42(6):623-32.
3. Bergqvist AS, Killian G, Erikson D, Hoshino Y, Bage R, Sato E, Rodriguez-Martinez H. Detection of Fas ligand in the bovine oviduct. Anim Reprod Sci. 2005 Mar;86(1-2):71-88.
4. Bage R, Petyim S, Larsson B, Hallap T, Bergqvist AS, Gustafsson H, Rodriguez-Martinez H. Oocyte competence in repeat-breeder heifers: effects of an optimized ovum pick-up schedule on expression of oestrus, follicular development and fertility. Reprod Fertil Dev. 2003;15(1-2):115-23.
5. Bage R, Gustafsson H, Larsson B, Forsberg M, Rodriguez-Martinez H. Repeat breeding in dairy heifers: follicular dynamics and estrous cycle characteristics in relation to sexual hormone patterns. Theriogenology. 2002 Jun;57(9):2257-69.
Keywords: Bovine gynecology, endocrinology and reproductive biotechnologies.

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Chalkias, Helena; PhD student
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics, reproduction, sows, udder

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Dalin, Anne-Marie; DVM, PhD, Professor, Dipl. ECAR  
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
The sow endometrium during different stages of the oestrous cycle and during early pregnancy is studied. The qualitative and quantitative distribution by cells of the immune system is investigated including immunohistochemical studies on different cell markers such as CD2, CD4, CD8 and MHC classII expressing cells. Also e.g. ERa i relation to proliferative activities (marker Ki-67) is investigated.
Oestrous behaviour and ovarian activity in the mare: Mares that show strong or disturbed oestrous behaviour fail to perform at their best or become difficult to handle. Different models are used to study the oestrous behaviour in relation to ovarian activity and hormones, especially steroids.
Publications:
1. Tummaruk, P., N. Lundeheim, S. Einarsson and A.-M. Dalin, 2001. Factors influencing age at first mating in purebred Swedish Landrace and Swedish Yorkshire gilts. Anim. Rep. Sci., 63, 241 – 253.
2. Tummaruk, P., N. Lundeheim, S. Einarsson and A.-M. Dalin, 2001. Effect of birth litter size, birth parity number, growth rate, backfat thickness and age at first mating of gilts on their reproductive performance as sows. Anim. Rep. Sci. 66, 225 – 237.
3. Kaeoket, K., E. Persson and A.-M. Dalin, 2001. The sow endometrium at differerent stages of the oestrous cycle: Studies on morphological changes and infiltration by cells of the immune system. Anim. Rep. Sci. 65, 95 – 114.
4. Kaeoket, K., A.-M. Dalin, U. Magnusson and E. Persson, 2001. The sow endometrium at different stages of the oestrous cycle: studies on the distribution of CD2, CD4, CD8 and MHC class II expressing cells. Anim. Rep. Sci. 68, 99 – 109.
5. Dalin, A.-M., Æ Andresen and L. Malmgren, 2001. Immunisation against GnRH in mares; antibody titres, ovarian function, hormonal levels and oestrous behaviour. J. Vet. Med. A, accepted.
Keywords: Gynecology, endocrinology, histology, horse, swine

Dencker, Lennart; DVM, Professor, Dean
Dept. of Pharmaceutical Biosciences, BMC, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Embryology, teratology, reproductive and developmental toxicology, toxicogenomics, proteomics.

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Einarsson, Stig G; DVM, PhD, Professor emeritus, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Publications:
1. Suriyasomboon, A., Kunavongkrit, A,., Lundeheim, N. & Einarsson, S. Effect of temperature and humidity on reproductive performance of crossbred sows in Thailand. Theriogenology 2006, 65, 606-628.
2. Brandt, Y., Lang, A., Madej, A., Rodriguez-Martinez, H. & Einarsson S. Impact of ACTH administration on the oviductal sperm reservoir in sows: The local endocrine environment and distribution of spermatozoa. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 2006, 92, 107-122.
3. Brandt, Y., Lang, A., Madej, A., Rodriguez-Martinez, H. & Einarsson S. Impact of ACTH during oestrus on the ultrastructure of the spermatozoa and their environment in the tubal reservoir of the postovulatory sow. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 2006, 93, 231-245.
4. Brandt, Y., Lundeheim, N., Madej, A., Rodriguez-Martinez, H. & Einarsson, S. Effects of ACTH injections during estrus on concentrations and patterns of progesterone, estradiol, LH, and inhibin α and time of ovulation in the sow. Domestic Animal Endocrinology 2007, 32, 122-137.
5. Einarsson, S., Ljung, A., Brandt, Y., Häger, M. & Madej, A. Impact of exogenous ACTH during pro-oestrus on endocrine profile and oestrous cycle characteristics in sows. Reprod. Dom. Anim. 2007, 42, 100-104.
Keywords: Andrology, gynaecology, domestic animals especially pig, stress.

Ekman, Elisabet; DVM, MSc, PhD
Division of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Dept. of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Evaluation of gonad morphology in small laboratory fish (zebrafish, Japanese medaka and fathead minnow).
Publications:
1. Ekman, E., Börjeson, H. & Johansson, N. (1999) Isolation of Flavobacterium psychrophilum from Baltic salmon Salmo salar brood fish and their offspring. Diseases of Aquatic Organisms, 37, 159-163.
2. Ekman, E., Åkerman, G., Balk, L. & Norrgren, L. (2003) Nanoinjection as a tool to mimic vertical transmission of Flavobacterium psychrophilum in rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss. Diseases of Aquatic Organisms 55, 85-92.
3. Ekman, E., Norrgren, L. (2003) Pathology and immunohistochemistry in experimental infection with Flavobacterium psychrophilum in three species of salmonids. Journal of Fish Diseases 26, 529-538.
4. Ekman, E., Åkerman, G., Balk, L. & Norrgren, L. (2004) Impact of PCB on resistance to Flavobacterium psychrophilum after experimental infection of rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss eggs by nanoinjection, Diseases of Aquatic Organisms 60, 31-39.
5. Blom, A., Ekman, E., Johannisson, A., Norrgren, L. & Pesonen, M, (1998), Effects of Xenoestrogenic Pollutants on the Proliferation of a Human Breast Cancer Cell Line (MCF-7). Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology 34, 306-310.
Keywords: fish, endocrine disruption, infections diseases, Flavobacterium psychrophilum, morphology.

Ekstedt, Elisabeth; Vet. Med. Lic., Junior lecturer, PhD
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynecology, andrology, endocrinology and reproductive technology in domestic animals.

Engblom, Linda; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala
Keywords: Nutrition, genetics, reproduction, infections in domestic animals.

Eriksson, Olle; MD, PhD
Dept. of Women's and Children's Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: 

Eriksson, Susanne; PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Working in the field of animal breeding, mainly dairy cattle. Special interest in breeding plans, inbreeding and functional traits such as udder health and fertility.
Publications:
1. Eriksson, S., Häggström, M., Stålhammar, S. 2007. Genetic analysis of superovulatory response in Swedish Red and Swedish Holstein heifers. The European Association of Animal Production, Dublin, Ireland.
2. Johansson, K. Eriksson, S., Pösö, J. Sander Nielsen, U., Pedersen Aamand, G. 2007. Predictive ability of different models for clinical mastitis in joint genetic evaluation for Sweden, Denmark and Finland. The European Association of Animal Production, Dublin, Ireland.
3. Eriksson, S., Näsholm, A., Johansson, K. & Philipsson, J. 2004. Genetic relationships between calving and carcass traits for Charolais and Hereford cattle in Sweden. J. Anim. Sci. 82, 2269-2276.
4. Eriksson, S., Näsholm, A., Johansson, K. & Philipsson, J. 2004. Genetic parameters for calving difficulty, stillbirth and birth weight for Hereford and Charolais at first and later parities. J. Anim. Sci. 82, 375-383.
Keywords:

Eriksson, Ulf; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Medical Cell Biology, Uppsala University
Keywords: Endocrinology, genetics and toxicology in human and rodents.

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Forsberg, Mats; PhD, Professor emeritus, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynecology, andrology and endocrinology in domestic animals and other species.

Friberg, Urban; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Animal Ecology, Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Sexual conflict, sexual selection, sperm competition, female choice 

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Grandinson, Katja; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala
Keywords: Sows, maternal behaviour, piglet mortality, heritability, genetic correlations.

Gustafsson, Hans; DVM, PhD, Professor, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU/ Swedish Dairy Association, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
Reproductive herd health for dairy cows: The main goal for the dairy farmer is to get one living calf from each cow per year. Very few farmers succeed due to reproductive losses  e.g.  uterine disorders, ovarian disorders, embryonic death, abortions and stillbirths. My research area is focused on factors causing reproductive losses in dairy herds. The ultimate goal is to define and risk factors for reproductive disturbances and by e.g. reproductive herd health programs inhibit the risk factors and prevent reproductive diseases.
Publications:
1. Ratnayake, G, Berglund, B, Bertilsson, J., Forsberg, M. & Gustafsson, H. Fertility in dairy cows managed for calving intervals of 12,15 and 18 months. Acta vet. Scand., 1998, 39, 215-228.
2. Båge, R., Forsberg, M., Gustafsson, H., Larsson, B. &  Rodriguez-Martinez, H. Effect of ACTH-challenge on progesterone and cortisol levels in ovariectomized repeat breeder heifers. Anim. Reprod. Sci., 2000, 63, 65-76.
3. Kask, K, Gustafsson, H, Gunnarsson, A & Kindahl, H  Induction of parturition with prostaglandin F2a as a possible model to study impaired reproductiove performance in the dairy cow. Anim. Reprod. Sci., 2000, 59, 129-139.
4. Königsson, K., Gustafsson, H., Gunnarsson, A. & Kindahl, H. Clinical and bacteriological aspects on the use of tetracycline and flunixin in primiparous cows with induced retained placenta and post partal endometritis. Reprod. Dom. Anim. 2001, 36, 247-256.
5. Gustafsson, H., Larsson, B., Shamsuddin, M., Jaakma, U. & Emanuelson, U. Factors affecting the survival of frozen thawed bovine in vitro produced blastocysts. Asian-Australasian J. of Anim. Sci., 2001, 14, 7-12.
Keywords: Gynecology, endocrinology and reproductive technology in domestic animals.

Gustavsson, Ingemar; DVM, PhD, FK, Professor emeritus
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics, reproductive technology and andrology in domestic animals.

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Hagnestam Nielsen, Christel; Msc Agr, PhD
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, SLU, Uppsala
Key words: Dairy cows, female fertility, economics of health disturbances.

Hansen, Helen; PhD student
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: reproduction of domestic animals, embryo technology, reproductive technology, fertility

Hanson, Ulf; MD, PhD, Assoc. Professor
Head of Dept. of Women’s and Children’s Health, Obstetric and Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
I am working with research regarding Type-1-diabetes and preeclampsia, fetal growth. Screening for gestational diabetes.
Keywords: Diabetes, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, screening, feto-maternal medicine.

Hallberg, Gunilla; MD, PhD student
Dept. of Women's and Children's Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords:

Hedberg, Ylva; DVM, PhD
UDS, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: oestrous behaviour; adrenal hormones; mare

Hellmén, Eva; DVM, PhD, Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrinology and genetics in domestic animals.

Hjernquist Mårten; PhD student
Dept of Animal Ecology/Department of Ecology and Evolution,  Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University Uppsala
Project title: Evolution by environment interactions in the Collared Flycatcher.
Principal supervisor: Professor Lars Gustafsson
Keywords: Animal Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Reproductive Biology.

Holm, Lena; PhD, Assoc. Prof.
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Morphological methods combining immunohistochemsitry, histochemistry, x-ray microanalysis, image analysis, light and electron microscopy are used in the following projects: Sperm motility and storage in birds. Effects of embryonic exposure to estrogens on carbonic anhydrase and bird reproduction.
Publications:
1. Holm, L. & Wishart; G. J. 1998. The effect of pH on the motility of spermatozoa from chicken, turkey and quail. Anim. Reprod. Sci. (54) 45-54.
2. Holm, L., Ekwall, H., Wishart, G.J. & Ridderstråle, Y. 2000. Localisation of calcium and zinc in the sperm storage tubules from chicken, quail and turkey using x-ray microanalysis. J Reprod Fertil. (118) 331-336.
3. Holm, L., Ruziwa, S., Dantzer, V. & Ridderstråle, Y. 2000 Carbonic anhydrase in the utero-vaginal junction of immature and mature ostriches. Br Poult Sci. (41) 244-249.
4. Berg, C. Holm, L. Brandt, I. & Brunström, B. 2001. Anatomical and histological changes in the oviducts of Japanese quail (Coturnix japonica) following embryonic exposure to ethynylestradiol. Reproduction (121) 155-165.
5. Holm, L. Berg, C. Brunström, B. Ridderstråle, Y. Brandt, I. 2001. Disrupted carbonic anhydrase distribution in the avian shell gland following in ovo exposure to estrogen. Arch Toxicol (75) 362-368.
Keywords: Birds, carbonic anhydrase, endocrine disruption, shell formation, sperm storage. 

Holtenius, Kjell; PhD, Professor
Dept. Animal Nutrition and Management, Kungsangen Research Center, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrinology and nutrition in domestic animals.

Hreinsson, Julius; PhD, Laboratory Director
Reproduction Centre, Uppsala University Hospital
Keywords:

Humblot, Patrice; DVM, PhD, Professor
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords:

Höglund, Odd; PhD student
Dept of Clinical Sciences, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Surgery, reproductive surgery, gynaecology, dog, cat

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Immler, Simone; PhD
Evolutionary Biology, Dept of Ecology and Evolution, EBC, Uppsala University, Uppsala.
Keywords: Evolutionary biology, postcopulatory sexual selection, haploid selection

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Johannisson, Anders; PhD, Prof
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala

Jönsson, Maria; PhD
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University, Uppsala.
Current research activities:
The CYP1 family and AhR-mediated toxicity.
Biomarkers for CYP1A induction and Ah-receptor mediated toxicity in fish.
Publications:
1. Andersson C, Abrahamson A, Brandt I, Jönsson M, Otte J, Örberg J and Brunström B (2006) Gill filament EROD activity in the three-spined stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus L.) as a biomarker for exposure to Ah receptor agonists in the water. Dioxin 2006, Oslo, Norway.
Keywords:

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Kindahl, Hans; DVM, PhD, Professor, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Mainly interested in prostaglandin biosynthesis during different physiological (luteolysis, parturition, uterine involution) or pathological (endotoxaemia, fasting, stress, abortion, premature parturition and stillbirth, postpartum endometritis) events. These studies are done on a comparative basis including several domestic species. A strong focus today in the research activities towards exaggerated sexual behaviour and endometritis in mares. Intensive studies concerning use of anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID:s) to control prostaglandin biosynthesis in eg. luteolysis and inflammatory processes. These studies include clinical changes, prostaglandin formation and pharmacokinetic studies of the drugs. Have a long tradition to analyse prostaglandin metabolites using RIA:s.
Publications:
1. Nikolakopoulos, E., Kindahl, H., Gilbert, C.L., Goode, J. & Watson, E.D. Oxytocin and PGF2a release around teasing, natural service and associated events in the mare. Anim. Repro. Sci. 63  (2000) 89-99.
2. Kindahl, H., Odensvik, K., Hansen, B. & Daels, P.F. Changes in PGF2a secretion during prolonged luteal phase in mares. J. Reprod. Fert., Suppl. 56 (2000) 305-315.
3. Kask, K., Gustafsson, H. Gunnarsson, A. & Kindahl, H. Induction of parturition with prostaglandin F2a as a possible model to study impaired reproductive performance in the dairy cow. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 59 (2000) 129-139.
4. Kornmatitsuk, B., Königsson, K., Kindahl, H., Gustafsson, H., Forsberg, M. & Madej, A. Clinical signs and hormonal changes in dairy heifers after PGF2a-induced parturition. J. Vet. Med. 47 (2000) 395-410.
5. Königsson, K., Gustafsson, H., Gunnarsson, A. & Kindahl, H. Clinical and bacteriological aspects on the use of tetracycline and flunixin in primiparous cows with induced retained placenta and post partal-endometritis. Reprod. Dom. Anim. 36 (2001) 247-256. Keywords: Reproductive endocrinology, reproductive disorders, prostaglandin biosynthesis, inflammation, anti-inflammatory drugs.

Kirilovas, Dmitrijus; MD, PhD student
Dept. of Women's & Children's Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Tord Naessen
Keywords: Aromatase activity, paracrine regulation, polycystic ovary syndrome, positron emission tomography, rat.

Kronqvist, Cecilia; PhD student
Dept. Animal Nutrition and Management, Kungsangen Research Center, SLU, Uppsala.
Project title: Minerals to dairy cows with focus on calcium and magnesium balance.
Supervisor: Prof. Kjell Holtenius.
Keywords: Calcium, magnesium, milk fever, dry cow feeding, dairy cows.

Kvarnryd, Moa; PhD-student
Dept of Environmental Toxicology, EBC, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Project title: Developmental toxicity in amphibians
Principal supervisor: Cecilia Berg
Keywords: Amphibians, endocrine disruption, gonadal differentiation

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Lagerkvist, Gabrielle; PhD, Researcher
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics and endocrinology in human and domestic animals.

Lagerstedt, Anne-Sofie; DVM, PhD, Professor 
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynecology, obstetrics and infections in dogs and cats.

Lindahl, Elisabeth; DVM, PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title:Brucellosis and periurban dairy cows in Tajikistan
Keywords: Brucellosis, periurban farming, zoonoses, ruminants, Central Asia.

Lindahl, Johanna; DVM, PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title: Japanese Encephalitis Virus in Pigs in urban farming in the Mekong delta.
Principal supervisor: Prof. Ulf Magnusson
Keywords: Japanese encephalitis, peri-urban agriculture, virology, Vietnam, porcine reproduction.

Linde-Forsberg, Catharina; DVM, PhD, Professor emeritus, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Reproductive patterns and disturbances in different dog breeds in Sweden.
AI in dogs and cats.
Sperm preservation, dog.
Chlamydia in dogs.
Comparison between dog and wolf concerning changes in exterior.
Publications:
1. Shahiduzzaman AK, Linde-Forsberg C. Induced immotility during long-term storage at +5 degrees C does not prolong survival of dog spermatozoa. Theriogenology. 2007 Aug 20; [Epub ahead of print]
2. Axner E, Linde Forsberg C. Sperm morphology in the domestic cat, and its relation with fertility: a retrospective study. Reprod Domest Anim. 2007 Jun;42(3):282-91.
3. Linde Forsberg C, Persson G. A survey of dystocia in the Boxer breed. Acta Vet Scand. 2007 Mar 21;49(1):8.
4. Ortega-Pacheco A, Segura-Correa JC, Jimenez-Coello M, Linde Forsberg C. Reproductive patterns and reproductive pathologies of stray bitches in the tropics. Theriogenology. 2007 Jan 15;67(2):382-90. Epub 2006 Sep 27.
5. Ortega-Pacheco A, Rodriguez-Buenfil JC, Segura-Correa JC, Bolio-Gonzalez ME, Jimenez-Coello M, Linde Forsberg C. Pathological conditions of the reproductive organs of male stray dogs in the tropics: prevalence, risk factors, morphological findings and testosterone concentrations. Reprod Domest Anim. 2006 Oct;41(5):429-37.
6. Chatdarong K, Ponglowhapan S, Karlsson A, Linde-Forsberg C. The effect of ACTH stimulation on cortisol and progesterone concentrations in intact and ovariohysterectomized domestic cats. Theriogenology. 2006 Oct;66(6-7):1482-7. Epub 2006 Mar 9.
Keywords: Small animal reproduction, artificial insemination, dog, cat, canine and feline semen preservation. 

Lindgren, Karin; Research assistent
Dept of womens' and childrens health, Uppsala Academic hospital
Keywords: human endometrial endothelial cells, endocrine disrupting chemicals. 

Lõhmus, Mare;  PhD, Postdoc
Animal Ecology/Dept. of Ecology and Evolution, Evolutionary Biology Centre, UU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Postdoc project 1: Differences in reproductive effort regarding facultative multiple breeding in great tits at different geographic locations (Uppsala University, EBC, Uppsala, Sweden).
Postdoc project 2: Neuro-endocrine control of foraging behaviour in growth-hormone transgenic coho salmon (UBC/DFO CAER, Vancouver, Canada).
Publications:
1. Sundström, L.F., Lõhmus, M., Devlin, R.H. 2005. Selection on increased intrinsic growth rates in coho salmon Oncorhynchus kisutch. Evolution 59:1560-1569.
2. Lõhmus M., Sundström L.F., Silverin B. 2006. Chronic administration of leptin in Asian blue quail. Journal of Experimental Zoology, 305 A: 13-22.
3. Lõhmus M., Sundström L.F, Moore F.R.2006 Non-invasive corticosterone treatment changes foraging intensity in red-eyed vireos (Vireo olivaceus). Journal of Avian Biology, 37 (5): 523-525.
4. Sundström, F. L., Lõhmus, M., Johnsson, J. I. & Devlin, R. H. 2007. Dispersal potential is affected by growth-hormone transgenesis in coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch). Ethology, 113: 403-410.
5. Sundström, L. F., Lõhmus, M., Tymchuk, W. E. and Devlin, R. H. 2007. Gene-environment interactions influence ecological consequences of transgenic animals. PNAS 104 (10): 3889–3894.
Keywords: reproductive endocrinology, endocrinology of foraging behaviour, leptin, bird reproduction

Lomander, Hanna; PhD student
Section of Production Diseases, Dept of animal Environment and Health, 532 23 Skara
Project title: Effect of glucogenic supplementation in early lactation on reproduction, milk yield and metabolic status in Swedish dairy cows.
Principal supervisor: Prof. Catarina Svensson
Keywords: Dairy cow, endocrinology, nutrition, metabolic disease

Lundeheim, Nils; PhD, Senior research officer
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics, gynecology and obstetrics in domestic animals.

Lundgren, Helena; MSc, PhD student
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics, reproduction, sows, piglet growth.

Lundmark, Malin; PhD student
Dept. of Women's and Children's Health, UU, Uppsala
Project title: The effects of some hormones, chemicals and endocrine disruptors on human endometrial cells in vitro.
Principal supervisor: Matts Olovsson and Anneli Stavreus Evers.
Keywords: Endocrine disruptors, human reproduction.

Lundstedt-Enkel, Katrin; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Physiology and Developmental Biology, Environmental Toxicology, Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University, Uppsala.
Keywords: Polybrominated flameretardants, organochlorines, biomagnification, multivariate modeling, risk assessment.

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Madej, Andrzej; MSc, PhD, Professor
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Publications:
1. Madej, A., Persson, E., Lundh, T. & Ridderstråle, Y. (2002) Thyroid gland function in ovariectomized ewes exposed to phytoestrogens. J. Chromatography B 777:281-287.
2. Polkowska, J., Ridderstråle, Y., Wankowska, M, Romanowicz, K., Misztal, T. & Madej, A. (2004) Effects of intracerebroventricular infusion of genistein on gonadotrophin subunit mRNA and immunoreactivity of gonadotrophins and oestrogen receptor-α in the pituitary cells of the anoestrous ewe. Journal of Chemical Neuroanatomy 28:217-224.
3. Madej, A., Lang, A., Brandt, Y., Kindahl, H., Madsen M.T & Einarsson S. (2005) Factors regulating ovarian function in pigs. Domest. Anim. Endocrinol. 29:347-361.
4. Gunnarsson, D, Selstam, G., Ridderstråle, Y., Holm, L., Ekstedt, E. & Madej, A. (2009) Effect of dietary supplement of phytoestrogens on steroid production, cAMP and thyroid hormones in male goat kids. Acta Vet. Scand. 51:51
5. Brandt, Y., Ljung, A., Lundeheim, N., Rodríguez-Martínez, H., Einarsson, S. & Madej, A. (2009) Effects of continuous elevated cortisol concentrations during oestrus on concentrations and patterns of progesterone, oestradiol and LH in the sow. Anim. Reprod. Sci. 110:172-185.
 Keywords: Endocrinology, nutrition and toxicology in domestic animals and rodents.

Magnusson, Ulf; DVM, PhD, Professor, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Reproduction and infections: Bacterial infections in reproductive organs such as the uterus and mammary gland are major obstacles in animal husbandry. Very often these infections are caused by commensal bacteria why we have focused on the body’s defence mechanisms, specifically the immune system. In the mare we study the uterus and in the sow the mammary gland. The aim of these studies are to provide a basis for better preventive and therapeutic measures for endometritis and mastitis. Also,  currently we perform epidemiological studies of the bacterial zoonosis leptospiros among pigs in Vietnam.
Environmental reproductive toxicity: This is a new research field in which we study the effect of low doses of compounds present in the environment on the reproductive functions of pigs.
Publications:
1. Hormonal and immunological changes in blood and mammary secretion in the sow at parturition. Österlundh, I, Holst H, and Magnusson U, 1998. Theriogenology, 50:465-477.
2. A longitudinal study of lymphocyte subsets and MHC class II expressing cells in the mammary gland of sows. Magnusson U, 1999.  Am J Vet Res, 60: 546-548.
3. Influence of age and parity of MHC class II, CD4 and CD8 expressing cells in the equine endometrium during estrus. Tunon AM, Rodriguez-Martinez H, Nummijärvi A, and Magnusson U, 1999. Am J Vet Res, 60: 1531-1536.
4. Prepubertal boars exposed to the endocrine disrupting chemical DEHP: Late effects on blood testosterone concentrations. Magnusson U, Hultén F, Norrgren L and Einarsson S, 2001, Abstract, BASE vol 5: 83-84.
5. Animal- and herd-level risk factors for leptospiral seropositivity among sows in the Mekong delta, Vietnam. Boqvist S,  B.L. Chau, Gunnarsson A., Olsson Engvall E.,  Vågsholm I and Magnusson U, 2002.  Preventive Veterinary Medicine, in press.
Keywords: Gynecology, endocrinology and infections in domestic animals.

Malmsten, Jonas; PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title: Reproduction in moose - basic physiology and impact of disease
Principal supervisor: Anne-Marie Dalin
Keywords: cervids, reproduction, physiology, pathogens, oestrus

Melin, Malin;  PhD
Dept of Animal Breeding and Genetics, BMC, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Mammary tumors, genetic risk factors, dog

Möller, Björn; Biomedicine magister, PhD student
Dept. of Women's and Children's Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Supervisor: Matts Olovsson
Keywords: Angiogenesis, endometrium, VEGF, VEGF receptors, contraception.

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Neil, Maria; AgrD, Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management, SLU Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala
Keywords: Nutrition in domestic animals.

Nordéus, Kristina; DVM, PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title: Pheromones for modulating reproduction in cattle: Identifying biological potential and active scent.
Principal supervisor: Prof. Lennart Söderquist
Keywords: Reproduction, cattle, oestrus, pheromones.

Norman Haldén, Anna; PhD student
Department of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health, Division of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU, Uppsala
PhD project: Effects of industrial chemicals on reproduction and development in fish.
Supervisor: Leif Norrgren
Keywords:

Norrby, Mattias; Msc Agr, PhD
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala

Norrgren, Leif; PhD, Professor
Department of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health, Division of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
We perform baseline studies on perch and roach in Swedish waters with a focus on gonad morphology, this in order to describe the cause to inadequate gonad maturation and intersex.  In addition we are focusing on reproduction disorders in several Baltic Sea fish species, i.e. cod and salmon (M74 syndrome). Another important task is to develop test protocols for zebrafish including short-term and confirmatory tests which can be used to develop OECD guidelines. Recently we have started to work with amphibians, both native and exotic species. Major groups of chemicals which we are interested in  includes musks, brominated flame retardants, PCBs and PAHs. We are also working with infectious diseases in salmonids (renibacteriosis and flavobacteriosis). For more information you can look at www.pat.slu.se (Aquatic ecotoxicology).
Publications:
1. Norrgren L, Amcoff , P, Börjeson H and Larsson P-O (1998)  Reproduction disturbances in Baltic fish-A rewiev. American Fisheries Soc. 21:8-17.
2. Örn, S., Andersson, P., Förlin, L., Tysklind, M. and Norrgren, L (1998) The impact on reproduction of an orally administered mixture of selected PCBs in zebrafish (Danio rerio). Arch. Env. Con. Tox. 35,1, 52-57.
3. Norrgren L, Blom A, Andersson PL, Börjeson H, Larsson, DGJ and Olsson P-E (1999) Effects of potential xenoestrogens (DEHP, nonylphenol and PCB) on sexual differentiation in juvenile Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar). Aq. Ecosystem Health and Management, 2, 311-317.
4. Åkerblom N, Olsson, K., Berg, H., Andersson, P., Tysklind, M. Förlin, L. and Norrgren, L. (2000) Impact of polychlorinated naphthalenes (PCNs) in juvenile Baltic salmon, Salmo salar; Evaluation of estrogenic effects, development, and CYP1A induction. Arch. Envir. Con. Tox. 38 225-233.
5. Andersen L., Petersen G., Gessbo Å., Örn S., Holbech H., Bjerregaard P. and Norrgren L. (2001)  Zebrafish (Danio rerio) and roach (Rutilus rutilus)-two species suitable for evaluating effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals? Aq. Ecosystem Health and Management in press.
Keywords: Reproduction, pollutants, endocrine disruptors, fish, amphibians.

Nyman, Sofia; PhD student
Department of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
PhD project: Genetic and genomic variation in different fertility traits in dairy cows.
Principal supervisor: Britt Berglund
Keywords: Dairy cows, fertility, estrus strength, atypical  progesterone profiles, genetic merit.  

Näslund, Johanna; DVM, PhD student
Department of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health, Division of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU, Uppsala
PhD project: Reproductive health in coastal fish in the Baltic Sea.
Supervisor: Leif Norrgren
Keywords: Fish, pathology, endocrine disruption, environmental toxins, gonad morphology. 

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Oli Ullah, Mohammad; MSc student
SLU, Uppsala

Olovsson, Matts; MD, PhD, Professor
Dept. of Women’s and Children’s Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
Endometrial angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels) is important for fertility and bleeding control. We study the expression of regulators of angiogenesis and blood vessel function in in serum, peritoneal fluid and tissue biopsies from normal and dysfunctional endometrium, endometriotic lesions and peritoneum.
Pre-eclampsia (PE) is studied in a new rat model developed by us and in humans. Oxidative stress is believed to be involved in the pathogenesis of PE and it has been shown that antioxidants like vitamin E can reduce the incidence of the disease. inhibitors of. The rat model is used to test hypothesis about the pathogenesis to PE and how the development of PE can be blocked.
We also study the relationship between uterine leiomyomas and endocrine disruptors (PCB, DDT and others, and, their metabolites) in the baltic seal and humans. We have found that leiomyomas occur quite frequently in seals in the baltic sea but is rare in the same species in the Atlantic sea. In vitro studies have pointed out some of the metabolites as strong stimulators of proliferation on uterine myocytes from seal. Human cells have not yet been tested.
Methods used are cell culturing, cell proliferation assays, immunohistochemistry, western blotting, etc.
Publications:
1. Möller,B., Lindblom,B., Rasmussen,C. and Olovsson,M. (2001)  Localized expression of the angiogenic growth factors vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), fibroblast growth factor 2 (FGF-2), epidermal growth factor (EGF), and their receptors in normal human endometrium during the menstrual cycle. Mol. Hum. Reprod. Jan;7(1):65-72.
2. Xuxia,W., Blanck,A., Olovsson,M., Möller,B., Favini,R., and Lindblom,B. (2000) Apoptosis, cellular proliferation and expression of p53 in human uterine leiomyomas and myometrium during the menstrual cycle and after maenopause. Acta Obstet.  Gynecol. Scand. 79(5):397-404.
3. M. Olovsson, M. Nordling, U. Ulmsten, B. Lindblom, A. Waldenström and G. Ronquist. (2000) Human uterine myocytes retain normal metabolic parameters for at least 14 days when cultured under anaerobic conditions. Gynecol. Obstet. Invest. 49(3): 165-169.
4. B.M. Bäcklin, L. Eriksson and M. Olovsson. Histology of uterine leiomyoma and occurrence in relation to reproductive activity in the Baltic grey seal (Halichoerus grypus). Accepted for publication in Veterinary Pathology.
Keywords: Human, endometrium, angiogenesis, pre-eclampsia, uterine leiomyoma.
Oskarsson, Agneta; PhD, Professor
Dept of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health. Div of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
The human adrenal H295R cell line as a model for studies on steroidogenic effects.
Developmental effects after perinatal exposure of environmental toxicants.
Publications:
1. Öhrvik, H., Oskarsson, A., Lundh, T., Skerfving, S. and Tallkvist, J.: Impact of iron status on cadmium uptake in suckling piglets. Toxicology, in press, 2007.
2. Oskarsson, A., Ulleras, E., Plant, K.A., Hinson, J.P. and Goldfarb, P.S.: Steroidogenic gene expression in H295R cells and the human adrenal gland: adrenotoxic effects of lindane in vitro. J. Appl. Toxicol., 26, 484-492, 2006.
3. Öhrvik, H., Yoshioka, M., Oskarsson, A. and Tallkvist, J.: Cadmium-induced disturbances in lactating mammary glands of mice. Toxicol. Lett., 164, 207-213, 2006. 4. Skarman, E., Darnerud, P.O., Öhrvik, H. and Oskarsson, A.: Reduced thyroxine levels in mice perinatally exposed to polybrominated diphenyl ethers. Environ. Toxicol. Pharmacol., 19, 273-281, 2005.
5. Bárány, E., Bergdahl I.A., Bratteby, L.-E., Lundh, T., Samuelson, G., Skerfving, S. and Oskarsson, A.: Iron status influences trace element levels in human blood and serum. Environ. Res., 98, 215-223, 2005.
Keywords: Toxicology, food safety, developmental and reproductive toxicology, steroidogenesis.

Osbjer, Kristina; DVM, MSc, PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title: Zoonoses in rural Cambodia
Principal supervisor: Prof. Ulf Magnusson
Keywords: Zoonoses, influenza, Campylobacter, developing countries and (veterinary) public health. 

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Persson, Elisabeth; DVM, PhD, Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynecology, obstetrics and endocrinology in human and domestic animals.

Persson, Sara; DVM, MSc, PhD student
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Project title: The mink as sentinel species for environmental monitoring of reproductive toxicology.
Principal supervisor: Prof. Ulf Magnusson
Keywords: Reproductive and developmental toxicology, free ranging (and farmed) mink.

Petersson, Karl-Johan; PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala, Sweden
Publications:
1. Petersson, K.-J., Kolmodin, R. & Strandberg, E. 2005. Genotype by environment interaction for length of productive life in Swedish Red and White dairy cattle. Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica, Section A Animal Science, 55, 9-15.
2. Petersson, K.-J., Strandberg, E., Gustafsson, H. & Berglund, B. 2006. Environmental effects on progesterone profile measures of dairy cow fertility. Animal Reproduction Science 91, 201-214.
3. Petersson, K.-J., Gustafsson, H., Strandberg, E. & Berglund B. 2006. Atypical progesterone profiles and fertility in Swedish dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science 89, 2529-2538.
4. Petersson, K.-J., Berglund, B., Strandberg, E., Gustafsson, H., Flint, A.P.F., Woolliams, J.A. & Royal, M.D. 2007. Genetic analysis of postpartum measures of luteal activity in dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science 90, 427-434.
Keywords:

Pettersson, Irina; MSc, PhD student
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, EBC, UU, Uppsala, Sweden
Project title: Endocrine disruption in amphibians: Developmental effects on the reproductive system.
Principal supervisor: Cecilia Berg, Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, UU.
Keywords: Endocrine disruptors, amphibians, reproduction, environmental toxicology.

Proos, Lemm; DMSc
Dept. of Women’s and Children’s Health, Pediatrics, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords:

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Qvarnström, Anna; PhD, Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Ecology and Evolution, Section of Animal Ecology, UU, Uppsala, Sweden
Current research activities: 
I study the mechanisms of speciation (i.e. how reproductive isolation evolves) by investigating causes and consequences of gene flow between two naturally hybridizing species of birds (pied and collared flycatchers).
Publications:
1. Qvarnström A., Pärt, T. and Sheldon BC.2000. Adaptive plasticity in mate preferences linked to differences in reproductive effort, Nature 405, 344-347.
2. Qvarnström A. and Price, T. 2001 Maternal effects, paternal effects, and sexual selection, Trend. Ecol. Evol, 16, 95-100.
3. Price, TD, Qvarnström, A and Irwin, DE. 2003. The role of phenotypic plasticity in driving genetic evolution, Proc. R. Soc. Lond. B, 270, 1433-1440.
4. Qvarnström, A, Blomgren, V, Wiley, C and Svedin, N. 2004. Female collared flycatchers learn to prefer males with an artificial novel ornament. Behav, Ecol15, 343-348.
5. Qvarnström, A, Svedin, N, Wiley, C, Veen, T. and Gustafsson, L. 2005. Cross-fostering reveals seasonal changes in the relative fitness of two competing species of flycatchers. Biol. Letters,1, 68-71.
Keywords: Reproductive isolation, speciation, sexual selection, life-history evolution, mate choice.

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Ridderstråle, Yvonne; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
Morphological methods combining immunohistochemistry, histochemistry, x-ray microanalysis, image analysis, light and electron microscopy are used in the following projects: a) Sperm motility and sperm storage in birds, b) Effects of embryonic exposure to estrogens on carbonic anhydrase and bird reproduction. c) Effects of phytoestrogens on sheep and goat fertility.
Publications:
1. Holm, L. & Ridderstråle, Y. (1998) Localisation of carbonic anhydrase in the sperm storing regions of the turkey and quail oviduct. Histochem. J. 30: 481-488.
2. Holm, L., Ekwall, H., Wishart, G.J. & Ridderstråle, Y. (2000) Localisation of calcium and zinc in the sperm storage tubules of chicken, quail and turkey using x-ray microanalysis. J. Reprod. Fertil. 118:331-336.
3. Holm L., Ruziwa S. D., Dantzer, V. & Ridderstråle Y. (2000) Carbonic anhydrase in the utero-vaginal junction of immature and mature ostriches. Br. Poult. Sci. 41:244-249.
4. Holm, L., Berg, C., Brunström,B., Ridderstråle,Y. & Brandt, I. (2001). Disrupted carbonic anhydrase distribution in the avian shell gland following in ovo exposure to estrogen. Arch Toxicol 75:362-368.
Keywords: Carbonic anhydrase, endocrine disruption, shell formation, firds, phytoestrogens.

Risberg, Anitha; PhD student
Dept. of Medical Cell Biology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Principal supervisor: Prof. Mats Sjöquist; Inst. of Cellbiology, integrative physiology, BMC, UU. 
Keywords: hormonal changes, pregnancy, water balance, salt balance, blood pressure.

Ronquist, Göran; PhD
Dept of Medical Sciences, Biochemial structure and function, Uppsala Universitet, Uppsala.
Current research activities:
Prostasomes are membrane-surrounded microvesicles (mean diameter 150 nm, range 40-490 nm) secreted from epithelial cells of the prostate gland. Prostasomes constitute an important part of the prostatic fluid and thereby being a prominent component of the seminal fluid. They promote sperm forward motility and protect sperm cells from attacks from the female immune system and exert complement system-inhibitory activities thus supporting the fertilization process. We demonstrated nucleic acid presence in prostasomes (both RNA and DNA) and the prostasomal membrane exhibits an unusual composition quantitatively dominated by saturated phospholipids with predominance of sphingomyelin. Prostasome-like microvesicles have been observed in other species including, ram, dog, stallion and boar. Research about the prostasomal microvesicles involves important aspects of the reproduction process and we now highlight the characterization of prostasomes in other mammalian species.
Publications:
Ronquist KG, Carlsson L, Ronquist G, Nilsson S, Larsson A. Prostasome-derived proteins capable of eliciting an immune response in prostate cancer patients. Int J Cancer,2006 119(4):847-53
Ronquist KG, Carlsson L, Ronquist G, Semjonow A, Wülfing C, Larsson A. Serum antibodies against prostasomal clusterin in prostate cancer patients. Scand J Clin Invest, 2008 68(3):219-27
Ronquist KG, Ronquist G, Carlsson L, Larsson A. Human prostasomes contain chromosomal DNA. Prostate, 2009 69(7):737-43
Ronquist KG, Carlsson L, Ronquist G, Larsson A. Proteomic analysis of prostate cancer metastasis-derived prostasomes. Anticancer Res, 2010 30(2):285-90.
Carlsson L, Ronquist KG, Ronquist G, Eliasson R, Egberg N, Larsson A. Association of cystatin C with human prostasomes in seminal plasma. Int J Androl, 2010 33:1-6.
Keywords: Prostasomes, microvesicles, nucleic acid, mammalian species, fertilization.  

Roos, Anna; PhD student
Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Principal supervisor: Katrin Lundstedt-Enkel, UU
Keywords: environmental contaminants, health, otters, seals

Rydhmer, Lotta; Agr Dr, Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
Animal breeding, mainly estimation of genetic parameters for reproduction traits and relations between reproduction and production traits. Sustainable breeding programmes. Piglet production outdoors. Boar taint in entire males. Studied traits: puberty in gilts and boars, oestrous symptoms, reproductive disorders, litter size, piglet survival and growth, lactation, sexual, social and maternal behaviour and behaviour related to fear.
Publications:
1. Rydhmer, L. 2000. Genetics of sow reproduction, including puberty, oestrus, pregnancy, farrowing and lactation. Livest. Prod. Sci. 66, 1-12.
2. Rydhmer, L. & Berglund, B. 2006. Selection for reproduction: developments in several species. 8th World Congr. Genet. Appl. Livest. Prod. Belo Horizonte, Brazil. 8 pp. www.wcgalp8.org.br.
3. Rydhmer, L., Zamaratskaia, G., Andersson, K., Algers, B., Guillemet, R. & Lundström K. 2006. Aggressive and sexual behaviour of growing and finishing pigs reared in groups, without castration. Acta agriculturae Scandinavica. Section A, Animal science, vol. 56, 109-119.
4. Imboonta, N, Rydhmer, L & Thumwasorn, S. 2007. Genetic parameters for reproduction and production traits of Landrace sows in Thailand. J. Anim. Sci. vol. 85, 53-59.
5. Rydhmer, L, Lundeheim, N, Canario, L. 2007. Genetic correlations between gestation length, piglet survival and early growth. Livest. Sci. In press.
Keywords: Genetics, piglet survival, maternal behaviour, relations reproduction-production traits.

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Sendecka Joanna; MS, PhD student
Dept of Animal Ecology, Evolutionary Biology Centre, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Senescence, collared flycatcher, reproductive effort optimization, life-history, allocation of resources.

Singh, Bhupender; DVM, MSc, PhD student
Dept. of Genetics and Pathology, Uppsala University, Rudbeck Laboratory, Uppsala
Keywords: Dairy cow fertility, fertilisation, sperm transport, follicular dynamics, IVF.

Svensson, Johan; PhD student
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, EBC, Uppsala university, Uppsala
Project title: Effects of pharmaceuticals on fish development and reproduction Principal supervisor: Björn Brunström
Keywords: Fish, endocrine disruption, development, progestins.

Stavreus-Evers, Anneli; PhD, Assoc. Prof.  
Dept. of Women’s and Children’s Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Current research activities:
My research focus on embryo implantation, endometrial receptivity, embryo development and infertility. I use cell culture models, and bioinformatic tools to study the interaction between the embryo and endometrium. I have compared endometrium from women with unexplained infertility and endometrium from fertile women using array techniques and other biochemical tools. I also study the role of nutrition for embryo development and pregnancy outcome after fertility treatment. Furthermore, prostasomes are studied in relation to embryo implantation and tumor invasion.
Publications:
1. J Inzunza, O Danielsson, PG Lalitkumar, O Larsson, M Axelsson, V Töhönen, K Gemzell- Danielsson, A Stavreus-Evers Selective IGF-1 antagonist inhibits mouse embryo development in a dose-dependent manner. Fertil Steril. 2010 93:2621-2626.
2. S. Altmäe, J.A. Martínez-Conejero, A. Salumets, C. Simón, J.A. Horcajadas, A. Stavreus-Evers.
Endometrial gene expression analysis at the time of embryo implantation in women with unexplained infertility Mol Hum Reprod. 2010 Mar;16(3):178-87.
3. L Aghajanova, K Bjuresten, O Hovatta, B-M Landgren, A Stavreus-Evers, Expression of LIF, its receptors LIFR and gp130, and its inhibitor
SOCS1 in endometrium from fertile women and in women suffering from unexplained or male factor infertility Fertility Sterility, 2009 91:2602-10.
4. Altmäe, A. Salumets, K. Bjuresten, K. Wånggren, O. Hovatta, A. Stavreus-Evers, Tissue factor and tissue factor pathway inhibitors TFPI-1 and
TFPI-2 in human secretory endometrium – link to female infertility Reproductive science 2010.
5. Hambiliki, F, Sandell P, Yaldir F, Stavreus-Evers A A Prospective randomized study of two sequential media for culturing cleavage-stage embryos-impact on embryo quality and delivery rate J. Ass Reprod Genet 2010.
Keywords: Implantation, Endometrium, Embryo, Prostasomes, Folate

Stigson, Michael; Researcher
Dept. of Pharmaceutical Biosciences, Div. Of Toxicology, Uppsala University, BMC, Uppsala
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Strandberg, Erling; AgrDr, Professor
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Genetics models, domestic animals.

Sundberg, Ankie; PhD student
Dept. of Environmental Toxicology, Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Project title: Transport of chemicals over barriers (placental and blood-brain), effect on reproduction and fetal development in rodents.
Supervisors: Ingvar Brandt och Björn Brunström
Keywords: Reproductive toxicity, Barrier functions, ABC transport proteins, Multidrug resistance, Rodents.

Sundberg, Therese; PhD-student
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU
Keywords: Breeding, fertility, dairy cattle, organic production

Sundström Poromaa, Inger; PhD, Professor
Dept of Women's and Children's Health, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, UU
Current research activities:
The overall aims of my research is to investigate how reproductive hormones influence mood and anxiety in women, how reproductive events affect mood disorders in women, and vice versa, how mood disorders affect reproduction in men and women. My research investigate the interactions between ovarian steroids and mood/anxiety during various aspects of a woman’s fertile life such as young women with adverse mood effects from combined oral contraceptives, pregnant and postpartal women, women with severe premenstrual symptoms, women with postpartum depression, postmenopausal women on estradiol treatment and involuntary childless couples. The study designs span from population-based studies on postpartum depression and its’ genetic component to human experimental studies on anxiety/fear and to neuroimaging studies where functional magnetic resonance imaging is used to evaluate activation of parts of the central nervous system known to be involved in anxiety and/or fear. Furthermore, part of the proposed study is also aiming at elucidating possible harmful effects of progesterone metabolites.
Publications:
1. Wurst FM, Kelso E, Weinmann W, Pragst F, Yegles M, Sundström-Poromaa I. Measurement of Direct Ethanol Metabolites suggests Higher Rate of Alcohol use among Pregnant Women than found with the AUDIT – a Pilot Study in a Population-Based Sample of Swedish Women. Am J Obstet Gynecol, 2008; 198: 407. e1-5.
2. Borgström A, Kask K, Gulinello M, Odlind V, Sundström-Poromaa I. Patients with adverse mood effects from combined oral contraceptives have lower levels of prepulse inhibition than healthy controls. Psychoneuroendocrinology, 2008; 33: 487-96.
3. Kask K, Gulinello M, Bäckström T, Geyer M, Sundström-Poromaa I. Patients with premenstrual dysphoric disorder have increased startle response across both cycle phases and lower levels of prepulse inhibition during the late luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. Neuropsychopharmacology. 2008; 33: 2283-90.
4. Kask K, Bäckström T, Nilsson L-G, Sundström-Poromaa I. Allopregnanolone impairs episodic memory in healthy women. Psychopharmacology (Berl). 2008; 199: 161-8.
5. Volgsten H, Skoog-Svanberg A, Ekselius L, Lundkvist Ö, Sundström-Poromaa I. Prevalence of psychiatric disorders in infertile women and men undergoing in vitro fertilization treatment. Hum Reprod. 2008; 23(9):2056-63.
Keywords: Neurosteroids, CNS, depression, anxiety, fMRI

Svennersten-Sjaunja, Kerstin; PhD, Professor
Dept. of Nutrition and Management, SLU, Kungsängen Research Centre, Uppsala
Current research activities: 
The research work is related to milking with the focus on the biology of the dairy cow. It involves both physiological and behavioural responses of the cow during milking as well as udder health. Within our research group we have indicated the importance of the management related to milking, since it influences both the physiology and behaviour of the dairy cow. The effects have rather important consequences for the cow. At present much work is also done in relation to automatic milking systems, where the studies focus on milk quality and uder health. Furthermore the effect of early interaction between the cow and calf is studied with regard to the calf´s behaviour, feed intake and growth and the cow´s milk production and udder health.
We also work with milk production in water buffaloes and with milking and milk quality in developing countries such as Vietnam and Burkina Faso.
Publications:
1. Uvnäs-Moberg, K., Johansson, B., Lupoli, B. and Svennersten-Sjaunja, K. 2001. Oxytocin facilitates behavioural, metabolic and physiological adaptions during lactation. Applied Animal Behaviour Science, 72:225-234.
2. Lupoli, B., Johansson, B., Uvnäs-Moberg, K. and Svennersten-Sjaunja, K. 2001. Effect of suckling on the release of oxytocin, prolactin, cortisol, gastrin, cholecystokinin, somatostatin and insulin in dairy cows and their calves. Journal of Dairy Research, 68:175-187.
3. K. Svennersten-Sjaunja and K. Olsson, Endocrinology of milk production, Domestic Animal Endocrinology, Volume 29, Issue 2, August 2005, 241-258.
4. Thomas CS, Bruckmaier RM, Ostensson K, Svennersten-Sjaunja K. Effect of different milking routines on milking-related release of the hormones oxytocin, prolactin and cortisol, and on milk yield and milking performance in Murrah buffaloes. J Dairy Res. 2005 Feb;72(1):10-8.
5. Wiking L, Nielsen JH, Båvius AK, Edvardsson A, Svennersten-Sjaunja K. Impact of milking frequencies on the level of free fatty acids in milk, fat globule size, and fatty acid composition. J. Dairy Sci. 2006 Mar;89(3):1004-9.
Keywords: Milking technique, lactation physiology, cow-and-calf interaction, udder health.

Söderquist, Lennart; DVM, PhD, Professor, Dipl. ECAR
Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Further development of artificial insemination in small ruminants (in cooperation with researchers in Norway).
Pheromones for modulating reproduction in cattle: Identifying biological potential and active scent.
Publications:
1. Paulenz H., Söderquist L., Ådnöj T., A. B. Nordstoga, Gulbrandsen B. & Andersen Berg K. 2004: Fertility results after different thawing procedures for ram semen frozen in minitubes and mini straws. Theriogenology 61, 9, 1719-1727.
2. Paulenz, H., Söderquist, L. T. Ådnöj, A. B. Nordstoga, K. & Andersen Berg, 2005: Effect of vaginal and cervical deposition on the fertility of sheep inseminated with frozen-thawed semen. The Vet rec., 156, 12, 372-375.
3. Persson Y, McGowan M and Söderquist L, 2006: Comparison between the sperm morphology in semen samples obtained from yearling beef bulls by transrectal massage of the ampillae and caudal epididymal dissection. Reprod. Dom. Anim. 41, 233-237.
4. Persson Y, Söderquist L & Ekman S, 2007: Joint disorder; a contributory cause to reproductive failure in beef bulls? Acta Vet Scand. Accepted
5. Persson Y, Strid G, Håård M & Söderquist L, 2007: Comparison between the sperm morphology in semen samples obtained from beef bulls by transrectal massage and artificial vagina. The Vet rec. Accepted
Keywords: Semen, ovine, bovine, artificial insemination, biotechnology. 

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Tunón, Ann-Marie; DVM, PhD, Lecturer
UDS, Ambulatory Clinic, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Gynecology, obstetrics and infections in domestic animals and other species.

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Ul Haq, Mazhar;  DVM, MSc, Phd student
Dept of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health,
Div of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU.
Project title: The toxicity of the fluorocarboxylic acid Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) in fish.
Principal supervisor: Leif Norrgren
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Ullerås, Erik; PhD Assoc professor
Dept of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health. Div of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrine disruptors, steroidogenesis, developmental toxicity, Zebrafish embryo model.

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Wallenbeck, Anna; MSc, PhD
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU
Funbo-Lövsta, Uppsala, Sweden
Keywords: 

Wallgren, Margareta; DVM, PhD, Researcher, Dipl. ECAR
Quality Genetics, Dept. of Clinical Sciences, Division of Reproduction, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Andrology, endocrinology and reproductive technology in domestic animals and other species.

Wistedt, Anna; PhD Student
Dept. of Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry, SLU, Uppsala
Keywords: Hens, shell formation, Phytoestroens, histochemistry and carbonic anhydrase.

Wånggren, Kjell
Dept of Women's and Children's Health, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
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Yusnizar, Yulnawati; PhD student
Dept. of Animal Breeding and Genetics, SLU, and Bogor Agricultural University (IPB), Indonesia. 
Project title: Spotted buffalo genetic conservation: investigation of coat color variation.
Supervisors: Göran Andersson, Ronny R. Noor, Arief Boediono
Keywords: Coat color gene, epididymal sperm, gametes cryopreservation, artificial insemination, spotted buffalo 

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Zlabek, Vladimir; PhD
Dept of Food Science, SLU, Uppsala
Current research activities:
Effect of dietary plant oil supplementation on fish physiology. Focus will be on specific steroid hormone levels and detoxification enzyme activity.
Publications:
1. Randak T, Kocour M, Zlabek V, Policar T, Jarkovsky J, 2006: Effect of culture conditions on reproductive traits of brown trout Salmo trutta L. Bulletin Francais De La Peche Et De La Piscicilture (383): 1-11.
2. Randak T, Slavik O, Zlabek V, Kolarova J, Kroupova H, 2006: Juvenile fish - Perspective bioindicators for assesment of the aquatic environment contamination. Toxicology Letters 164: S176-S176 Sp. Iss.
3. Zlabek V, Randak T, Cajka T, Kolarova, J, Svobodova Z, Hajslova J, Jarkovsky J, 2006: Alkylphenols in muscle of fish from rivers in the Czech Republic. Toxicology Letters 164: S177-S177 Sp. Iss.
4. Randak T, Zlabek V, Kolarova J, Svobodova Z, Hajslova J, Siroka Z, Janska M, Pulkrabova J, Cajka T, Jarkovsky J, 2006: Biomarkers detected in Chub (Leuciscus cephalus L.) to evaluate contamination of the Elbe and Vltava rivers, Czech Republic. Bulletin Of Environmental Contamination And Toxicology 76 (2): 233-241.
5. Kolarova J, Svobodova Z, Zlabek V, Randak T, Hajslova J, Suchan P, 2005: Organochlorine and PAHs in brown trout (Salmo trutta fario) population from Ticha Orlice river due to chemical plant with possible effects to vitellogenin expression. Fresenius Environmental Bulletin 14 (12A): 1091-1096.
Keywords: Fish, aquatic pollution, steroid hormones, biomarkers.

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Örberg, Jan; PhD, Senior lecturer
Department of Physiology and Developmental Biology, Environmental Toxicology, Uppsala University, Uppsala
Keywords: Endocrinology, nutrition and toxicology in rodents and birds.

Örn, Stefan; PhD
Division of Pathology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Dept. of Biomedical Sciences and Veterinary Public Health, SLU, Uppsala.
Keywords: Zebrafish, endocrine disruptor, vitellogenin, gonad morphology, sex ratio.