Scientists find way to fertilise eggs made from genetic material of skin cells

Human SCNT oocyte with visible spindle (bright spot inside) before fertilisation. Picture: Mitalipov laboratory

Scientists have discovered a way to fertilise eggs made from the genetic material of human skin cells for the first time.

While the research is still in its early stages, experts said the finding could one day “transform” the understanding of infertility and miscarriage, and even pave the way for creating egg or sperm-like cells for people who have no other options.