Video, 5 mins
DNA Torpedos
Explore the science of male fertility, from the history of sperm research to fertility challenges and the search for future infertility treatments.
Part of From the Archive, Documentaries
18 Sep 2014 20:00
What do we know about sperm, and how could that knowledge shape the future of male fertility treatment?
This animated video traces the history of sperm research and explores how our understanding of male fertility has developed over time. It looks at statistics around male fertility and infertility before considering where research could take us next.
Follow the story from early sperm research to the questions scientists are asking about fertility today and the possibilities for future infertility treatments.
Credits
- Researcher: Professor Allan Pacey (Head of Oncology and Metabolism at the University of Sheffield)
- Film Produced By: Human Studio