
XY Chromosome Artist’s Impression
Thierry BERROD, MONA LISA Production/Science Photo Library
Seven mice were born using the process of turning male cells into egg cells and fertilizing them with sperm. The technology could one day allow men in same-sex couples to have children – With the help of a surrogate mother – A person who is genetically related to both. It may also help women with certain chromosomal states to have biologically related children.
The original purpose of this study was to investigate fertility treatment options…