BERLIN: Scientists have carried out the first successful in vitro fertilisation of a southern white rhino, a major breakthrough that could spell hope in the quest to save its cousin, the northern white rhino, whose last remaining members are both female.Researchers from scientific consortium Biorescue said they had established the first successful pregnancy in a … Read more
Researchers are advocating for a reassessment of the 14-day rule governing embryo research, contending that an extension of the time limit could contribute to unravelling the reasons behind recurrent miscarriage and congenital conditions. The call comes as advancements in scientific capabilities prompt a reconsideration of the ethical and regulatory framework surrounding embryo research. The 14-day … Read more
In a bid to address the critical shortage of embryos for research purposes, fertility experts and bioethicists are calling on in vitro fertilisation (IVF) patients to consider donating their unused embryos after a shortage in donations over the past 15 years. A dramatic 25-fold decrease in the donation of embryos is attributed to the rising … Read more
