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Science News for June 19, 2005


Human embryonic stem cells have the potential to develop into eggs and sperm in the laboratory

Researchers have successfully derived human embryonic stem cells that can develop into primordial germ cells, which eventually form eggs and sperm. This breakthrough may help solve infertility issues and study the effects of environmental chemicals on reproductive development. Further work is needed to translate this promise into reality.