Can artificial intelligence bring new hope to couples facing infertility?

As artificial intelligence transforms the world, researchers hope the success rate of IV-F will further improve for people looking to start a family. Currently, about a third of women manage to have a baby in their first IV-F cycle.

Scientist works during an IVF process - AP Photo/PA, Ben Birchall Source: AP / AP Photo

In the 1990s Professor David Gardner developed the embryo assessment system we use today and he now serves as Scientific Director at Melbourne IV-F.

Back then, embryologists examined only one image.

Now embryonic development is filmed as time-lapse, with A-I used to analyse thousands of images.

Experts are also investigating whether A-I can help personalise fertility treatment, by analysing our genes.

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