The roles of RNA-binding proteins in ovarian aging

The higher incidence of ovarian aging has led to a significant decline in the female fertility rate, raising social concerns about women's health. In recent years, the rapid development of RNA cross-linked proteomics technology has identified the role of RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) in ovarian aging. Ovarian aging disrupts the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, resulting in aberrant hormone secretion, irregular menstrual cycles, oocyte apoptosis, and abnormal embryonic development. Given this, we have compiled the role of RNA-binding proteins in ovarian aging and further explored how different ovarian RBPs promote apoptosis and serve as therapeutic targets. We aim to analyze the effects of RNA-binding proteins on ovarian function to provide more explicit ideas for delaying ovarian aging and treating ovarian diseases.