New discovery of cell embryo formation

Australian scientists have reported the discovery of a change in the shape of cells during embryogenesis, paving the way for improving in vitro fertilization (IVF) in humans.

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Human cell embryo.(Photo: PN)

Using high-tech imaging devices to track the process of forming embryos, scientists at Monash University discovered the first eight cells have changed shape in a process that determines whether the embryo will develop. or not. The cells lengthen and bind together before returning to the original round shape and continuously dividing.

According to experts, this is a completely unknown mechanism that can regulate embryo formation and development at the earliest stage.

Dr. Nicolas Plachta, the lead researcher, said so far, new research has been carried out in mice, but scientists are optimistic that it could help improve IVF methods in humans. In IVF, experts always seek to choose the best embryo to transplant and this finding can help people do that.