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A targeted in situ hybridization screen identifies putative seminal fluid proteins in a simultaneously hermaphroditic flatworm.
BMC evolutionary biology - 30 May 2018
Weber Michael, Wunderer Julia, Lengerer Birgit, Pjeta Robert, Rodrigues Marcelo, Schärer Lukas, Ladurner Peter, Ramm Steven A
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Along with sperm, in many taxa ejaculates also contain large numbers of seminal fluid proteins (SFPs). SFPs and sperm are transferred to the mating partner, where they are thought to play key roles in mediating post-mating sexual selection. They modulate the partner's behavior and physiology in ways that influence the reproductive success of both partners, thus potentially leading to sexual conflict....
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