There’s more than one way to contracept.
Male fertility can be reversibly inhibited through multiple approaches, and each target area could yield contraceptives with different characteristics. Male Contraceptive Initiative’s portfolio is diverse, targeting research in each area of study. Learn more below about how science is working towards male contraception.
Male Contraceptive Initiative focuses on supporting the development of non-hormonal male contraceptives as they are comparatively underfunded, despite offering a greater opportunity for innovation and methods that meet the needs of more users. MCI supports non-hormonal, early-stage research efforts, investing in the long-term to create an eventual menu of options for men and women that meet their lifestyle and individual needs.
We believe that all methods of contraception are meaningful components of a continuum of reproductive care necessary to provide everyone with the autonomy to decide what’s best for them and when.
Male Contraceptive Initiative focuses on supporting the development of non-hormonal male contraceptives as they are comparatively underfunded, despite offering a greater opportunity for innovation and methods that meet the needs of more users. MCI supports non-hormonal, early-stage research efforts, investing in the long-term to create an eventual menu of options for men and women that meet their lifestyle and individual needs.
We believe that all methods of contraception are meaningful components of a continuum of reproductive care necessary to provide everyone with the autonomy to decide what’s best for them and when.
Spermatogenesis
Targeting the creation & development of sperm |
Sperm Transport
Interrupting the transit of sperm out of the body |
Sperm Motility
Slowing sperm, preventing them from reaching their destination |
Fertilization
Preventing the interaction of sperm and egg |
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Learn more about male contraceptive targets and related information |
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