A rigorous U.S. government-led study found that zinc and folic acid supplements don’t boost men’s fertility, despite promotional claims that they do. The mineral and the vitamin are important for sperm production and are found in many common foods. Previous studies on whether over-the-counter supplements might boost sperm health have had conflicting results. “There were […]
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China convicts researchers in gene-edited baby controversy
BEIJING — The lead researcher in a gene-edited baby controversy has been sentenced to three years for practicing medicine illegally, Chinese media said Monday. The report by Xinhua news agency says lead researcher He Jiankui was also fined 3 million yuan ($430,000). Two other people received lesser sentences and fines. Zhang Renli was sentenced to […]