No one ever plans to struggle with infertility. But, for those having trouble conceiving, it's a good idea to talk to a doctor about next steps. That may include undergoing assisted reproductive ...

In a time when IVF is helping millions start their families, one question keeps surfacing: ‘Are IVF babies any different from those conceived naturally?’ Couples opting for IVF often face questions ...

Re “When are the souls handed out?” Opinion, July 18 David Barash provides convincing scientific details that reveal there is no one moment of conception. Conception is a process. So maybe the ...

UCLA graduate student Jeffrey Riffell and UCLA biology professor Richard Zimmer report the first experimental test on the role of small-scale physics as it influences the interactions between sperm ...

Researchers have discovered how a human egg captures an incoming sperm for fertilization, paving the way to help couples suffering from infertility, according to media reports on Monday. Researchers ...