A rat which delivered oocytes, or eggs, fertilised with freeze-dried sperm stored for five years in ampules (at right), at Kyoto University's Institute of Laboratory Animals Graduate School of Medicine in western Japan. - AFP / Kyoto University
Scientists in Japan have launched a sperm bank for endangered animals that uses freeze-drying technology.
JAPANESE scientists have launched a sperm bank for endangered animals that uses freeze-drying technology that they hope could one day help humans recreate animal populations on other planets, the chief researcher said last Wednesday.
Already a subscriber? Log in.
Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
