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ReviewJournal of assisted reproduction and genetics2026

The role of mTOR signaling in regulating the quality of mammalian oocytes.

Xin Bai, Pengfei Zhu, Xueqing Wu

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Review in Journal of assisted reproduction and genetics, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Xin BaiShanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, China.
Pengfei ZhuChildren Hospital and Maternal and Child Hospital of Shanxi Province, Taiyuan, China.
Xueqing WuChildren Hospital and Maternal and Child Hospital of Shanxi Province, Taiyuan, China. xueqingwu416@126.com.

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Fertility Optimization Provincial Technology Innovation Center 2022D100785052116124116236883
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Abstract

backgroundmTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin) is a central sensor of cellular nutrient and energy status. It regulates key biological processes, including metabolism, protein synthesis, and autophagy. Increasing evidence shows that mTOR signaling plays an important role in maintaining oocyte quality.

objectiveThis review aims to provide a systematic overview of how mTOR signaling regulates oocyte quality in mammals. CONTENT: We summarize current knowledge on the role of mTOR in key cellular processes related to oocyte competence. These processes include metabolic regulation, translational control, autophagy, and mitochondrial function. We also discuss evidence from experimental and clinical studies. These studies link dysregulated mTOR activity to impaired oocyte maturation and reduced fertility. KEY

findingsCurrent evidence shows that precise control of mTOR activity is essential for maintaining oocyte developmental potential. In contrast, the dysregulation of mTOR impairs oocyte quality and negatively affects reproductive outcomes.

conclusionA better understanding of mTOR-related regulatory mechanisms may help identify new therapeutic strategies. These strategies may improve oocyte quality and female fertility.

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Clinical translationIVF-ETMTOROocyte quality

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