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Men’s turn: US scientists unveil a hormone-free male birth control pill! | YCT-529, a hormone-free pill developed by US researchers, has shown 99% effectiveness in trials and is now in human testing.


US researchers are testing YCT-529, a hormone-free male birth control pill that could redefine family planning.

“A safe and effective male pill will provide more options to couples for birth control,” said Gunda Georg, the corresponding author of the study and a professor in the College of Pharmacy where the drug molecule was developed. “This study laid the groundwork for human clinical trials of YCT-529, which are progressing efficiently,” said Nadja Mannowetz, lead author, chief science officer, and co-founder of YourChoice Therapeutics. With a deep love for all things tech and science, he has spent years decoding the latest innovations and exploring how they shape industries, lifestyles, and the future of humanity.

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