A gene responsible for sperm creation in humans and other mammals, has been identified as key to male fertility and a potential target for the development of male-controlled contraception...
Our immune system can use antibodies recognising fragments of ancient viruses to help fight lung cancer, according to a study by researchers in London...
Over half of Irish fertility patients who have already started treatment would consider delaying further fertility treatment until public funding is rolled out, a survey by a private clinic has shown...
The mechanism by which a single gene influences a person's risk of cardiovascular disease has been described by US researchers...
How the X shape of chromosomes is formed during cell division has been discovered at a molecular and atomic level...
The movement of stem cells within hair follicles may explain why hair pigment is lost with age...
Dr Beatrice Costa reviews a BBC Radio 4 drama which explores the implications of a genetic condition that doubles an individual's lifespan...
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Surrogacy Law: What Is Intended... For Parents? For Surrogates? For Children?
by Dr Zaina Mahmoud
The publication of draft proposals for surrogacy law reform in England, Wales and Scotland prompted a panel discussion event from PET to explore the implications…
Pandora's box: Implications of surrogacy law reform proposals for birth registration
by Professor Thérèse Callus
Following the Law Commissions' report on reforming surrogacy laws, Professor Thérèse Callus raises the thorny issue of birth registration, another area in need of reform...