The recent discovery of the G protein-coupled oestrogen receptor (GPER) presents new challenges and opportunities for understanding the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of many diseases. This review will focus on the expression and function of GPER in hypertension, kidney disease, atherosclerosis, vascular remodelling, heart failure, reproduction, metabolic disorders, cancer, environmental health and menopause. Furthermore, this review will highlight the potential of GPER as a therapeutic target.

Keywords:
cancer, cardiovascular, GPR30, menopause, metabolism, reproduction
© 2016 The Author(s). published by Portland Press Limited on behalf of the Biochemical Society
2016
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