Why the MRC didn't fund research that led to the birth of the world's first test tube baby
The MRC refused to fund IVF research that led to the birth of Louise Brown, citing concerns about embryo quality and patient safety. The researchers argue for more complex reasons, including strategic errors by Edwards and Steptoe in their funding application.
SourceEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology·JournalHuman Reproduction·DateJul 24, 2010