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Cornell University researchers report that a compound known as JQ1 temporarily disrupted meiosis in male mice, halting sperm production during treatment and allowing sperm production and fertility to recover after the drug was stopped. The work was published April 7, 2026, in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
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Prosecutors in Córdoba have requested to charge the directors of Fecundart and Nascentis clinics, a lawyer, and an administrative employee with the crime of “reproductive exploitation”. The investigation uncovers an alleged recruitment of vulnerable women seeking financial gain, under the false claim of an altruistic spirit, to build a multimillion-dollar business targeting infertile couples.
Egg freezing has seen a 75-fold increase in women choosing it over a decade, driven by social media ads using algorithms for targeted promotion. Experts warn that this advertising prioritizes profit over objective information, adding pressure to reproductive decisions. While it offers a sense of control, it does not address underlying social issues like work-life balance.
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A clinical trial suggests that men who ejaculate within 48 hours before providing sperm samples for IVF achieve higher ongoing pregnancy rates than those who abstain longer. The study, involving over 450 men, found a 46% success rate in the shorter abstinence group compared to 36% in the longer one. Experts note potential benefits but call for further research on live births and other factors.