Molecular Insights and Environmental Factors in Fertility: Advancements in Reproductive Medicine
This project examines the molecular and environmental factors affecting fertility, focusing on advancements in clinical embryology and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) to improve reproductive success.
Sahil Sanghvi
DREAM Venture Labs
Fridays, 6:00 P.M. ET / 3:00 P.M. PT
8 weeks, 2-3 hours per weekDescription
This Build Project explores the intersection of molecular biology and clinical embryology in reproductive medicine. You will examine how molecular mechanisms, environmental influences, and laboratory techniques impact embryo development and implantation success.
Through interactive discussions and practical applications, you will gain insights into the latest advancements in Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), embryo culture conditions, and molecular diagnostics. The project is designed for those interested in fertility science, with applications for both research and clinical practice.
Addressing this topic is crucial as infertility affects millions of individuals and couples worldwide, and understanding the molecular and environmental factors influencing embryo viability can lead to more effective treatments, improved success rates of ART procedures, and better patient outcomes.
By tackling these challenges, the project aims to bridge gaps between research and clinical practice, optimize laboratory protocols, and contribute to the development of safer, more personalized fertility solutions.
Application timeline
What you will learn
- Understand the molecular and environmental factors influencing fertility and embryonic development.
- Analyze the role of epigenetics in embryo quality and implantation success.
- Explore advancements in ART, including IVF, ICSI, and embryo culture optimization.
- Evaluate research and case studies related to molecular approaches in fertility science and reproductive medicine.
Project workshops
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of how cells and genes function in the human body.
- General knowledge of reproduction and embryo development.
- Awareness of how lifestyle and environmental factors can impact fertility.
- Ability to read and understand simple research articles related to fertility and reproductive health.
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About the Fellow
Sahil Sanghvi
DREAM Venture LabsMolecular Biology Sahil Sanghvi is a Senior Clinical Embryologist Build Fellow at Dream Venture Labs, where he works with students leading projects in Molecular Biology and Reproductive Medicine. Sahil is a Senior Clinical Embryologist specializing in advanced assisted reproductive technologies (ART) at Nevada Fertility Institute, where he focuses on optimizing embryo culture, micromanipulation techniques, and improving patient outcomes. His work integrates molecular insights and environmental factors to advance fertility treatments. Sahil also leads research on differentiating Day 3 and Day 5 embryos using machine learning models. Sahil has over 8 years of experience in the embryology field. With extensive expertise, he has contributed to enhancing laboratory protocols, improving embryo viability, and applying innovative technologies in reproductive medicine. He holds a a postgraduate degree in Medical Clinical Embryology. A fun fact about Sahil is that he has a deep passion for embryo and gamete photography, capturing the intricate beauty of early life stages.