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Sex and Human Reproduction

Have you ever wondered:

What happens during an orgasm?

Why are millions of sperm released for just one egg?

What is IVF?

How the pill prevents pregnancy?

What causes hot flashes during menopause? 

Despite being one of the most important processes in nature, reproduction is still widely misunderstood by many of us. In this foundational course, you will learn about sex and reproduction by exploring the underlying biology, the most common myths, and the latest medical advances. To help you understand the realities of making babies, having babies, and not having babies, we have pulled together a team of expert instructors that includes world-renowned researchers from the Robinson Research Institute.Join us on a journey of discovery as we answer all those questions that you were too embarrassed to ask, and those questions that you never even knew you had about sex and reproduction.

What you'll learn

  • Structure and function of the male and female reproductive systems
  • Regulation of reproductive processes and cycles
  • Common reproductive disorders
  • Methods of contraception and assisted reproduction
  • Real world application of cutting-edge research in reproductive medicine

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Instructors Mario Ricci, Kathy Gatford, Corinna Van Den Heuvel, Elizabeth Beckett, Danijela Menicanin, Paul Duggan, Rhaneela Punitham, Panashe Bamhare, Daniel Gutschmidt, Riya Abraham
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Rating Not enough ratings
Length 6 weeks
Effort 6 weeks, 2–3 hours per week
Starts On Demand (Start anytime)
Cost $50
From AdelaideX, University of Adelaide via edX
Instructors Mario Ricci, Kathy Gatford, Corinna Van Den Heuvel, Elizabeth Beckett, Danijela Menicanin, Paul Duggan, Rhaneela Punitham, Panashe Bamhare, Daniel Gutschmidt, Riya Abraham
Download Videos On all desktop and mobile devices
Language English
Subjects Science
Tags Biology & Life Sciences

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