C6: a small molecule that triggers ovulation
Currently used methods to trigger ovulation in livestock (PSMG, mainly) are not satisfying in terms of ethics, and safety. This paper provides new insights to control the reproductive function in livestock, by mimicking the natural process leading to ovulation using a chemical compound called C6. C6 is a candidate to replace the kisspeptin, which is a natural molecule that controls the secretion of GnRH by the hypothalamus. This paper analyzes the effects of C6, and clarifies the biological pathways used by the molecule leading to ovulation. C6 is promising and may be usable as a veterinary drug, without the drawbacks of PSMG treatment.