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Scientists Find a Protein That Controls DNA Organization During Sperm Development

Infertility is generally thought of as a woman’s problem. In fact, more than 3 million men across America also experience it. Researchers from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory announced last week a key event during sperm development that is essential for male fertility. A team led by CSHL Professor Alea Mills, formerly of Hamilton, explains how a protein controls DNA packaging to protect a man’s genetic information.