Fertilized Egg

An in vitro fertilization technique that uses a 'silicon womb' is being tested in the United Kingdom. Currently, embryos spend their first few days in a laboratory before being implanted in a woman's womb. But in this clinical trial, researchers will transfer the fertilized eggs immediately into the silicon device and then place it into the woman's uterus. A few days later, the device will be removed and the embryos that seem the most viable will be re-implanted in the woman. Researchers hope to... Read more »