Ectogenesis
Ectogenesis (pronounced: ek-toh-jen-uh-sis) is a term in the field of biology and biotechnology that refers to the process of growing an organism in an artificial environment outside the body, such as in a laboratory. The term is derived from the Greek words 'ektos', meaning 'outside', and 'genesis', meaning 'origin or creation'.
Etymology
The term 'Ectogenesis' was first coined by British scientist J.B.S. Haldane in his 1924 essay "Daedalus: Science and the Future". Haldane predicted that by 2074, the majority of human births would occur through ectogenesis, a prediction that has yet to come to fruition.
Process
Ectogenesis involves the use of an artificial womb, also known as an exowomb, to grow an organism. This process can be used for various purposes, such as growing organs for transplantation, studying embryonic development, and potentially providing an alternative method for human reproduction.
Related Terms
- Artificial Womb: A device that can grow an organism outside the body.
- In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): A process of fertilization where an egg is combined with sperm outside the body.
- Biotechnology: The use of living systems and organisms to develop or make products.
- Embryology: The branch of biology and medicine concerned with the study of embryos and their development.
See Also
References
- Haldane, J.B.S. (1924). Daedalus: Science and the Future. E.P. Dutton & Company.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ectogenesis
- Wikipedia's article - Ectogenesis
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