Wired
The Ovary Is Surprisingly Active After Menopause. Scientists Are Trying to Figure Out Why
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Scientists are studying ovarian function after menopause to understand how the organ continues to affect women's health. Research indicates the ovary remains metabolically active and produces hormones beyond reproductive years. The findings suggest the ovary plays a broader role in women's physiology than previously understood.
Original reporting: https://www.wired.com/story/ovary-activity-after-menopause/
