Robert Edwards (Nobel Laureate, IVF pioneer)

Robert Edwards was a British scientist who pioneered in vitro fertilization (IVF), leading to the first successful birth of a "test-tube baby" in 1978. His work involved developing techniques to fertilize an egg outside the human body and then implant it into a woman's uterus. This breakthrough offered hope to millions of couples facing infertility, transforming reproductive medicine. In 2010, Edwards was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his foundational contribution to IVF technology. His advancements have helped create thousands of families worldwide, making him a key figure in modern reproductive science.