How fertility technology has reshaped our definitions of family and kinship
In short: Historian Donna J. Drucker examines the evolution of fertility science, from 19th-century origins to modern IVF. This talk explores five core technologies and the social and ethical questions they raise about human life and identity.
Recorded at the Royal Institution on 29 August 2023, this presentation traces the development of fertility technology since the first documented case of artificial insemination in the 1850s. Donna J. Drucker, an expert in the history of science, technology, gender, and sexuality, provides a comprehensive overview of how these advancements have influenced global perspectives on kinship and family structures.
The discussion categorizes fertility science into five primary types, evaluating their practical applications alongside the ethical complexities they present. By focusing on regions where these technologies have exerted the most significant influence, Drucker contextualizes the field's role in 20th-century history and its ongoing impact on contemporary society.
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