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Scientists Have Discovered A Compound That May Lead To The First Male Birth Control Pill
Scientists have just discovered that a compound originally meant to treat cancer could actually lead to the real-life creation of a unicorn: the male birth control pill. The researchers report that the compound, known as JQ1, holds the promise of a reversible form of male birth control. It’s the pill but for dudes.
Sperm-Crippling Gene Could Lead To Non-Hormonal Male Contraceptives
Boffins in Edinburgh, Scotland have discovered that a single mutated gene in male mice can inhibit the last stages of sperm development, thus inducing infertility. As a result, we are that much closer to hormone-free, reversible, and surgery-free male contraception.
The Best Birth Control Is A Piece Of Plastic Lodged Inside Your Uterus
An Ingenious New Sperm-Crippling Birth Control For Dudes
"Bright Pill" For Male Birth Control Shows Promise In Early Tests
The quest for a male birth control method has taken some weird turns. The latest contender for the elusive male pill is an Israeli scientist who says he has developed a compound that temporarily inhibits the reproductive capacity of sperm.
Bill Gates Wants To Ultrasound Your Testes
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has put $US100,000 behind research into using ultrasound as a temporary contraceptive for men. If successful, it would be a means to provide low-cost, non-hormonal birth control for up to six months.
Birth Control Used To Be Utterly Terrifying
