What Is ICSI? (Credit: David Maisonnette)
By Julie J. Bryant
It has been more than 20 years since Colorado State University took the technique used in rabbits, cattle and finally, humans, to produce the first “test tube” horse, and when the Fort Collins-based university introduced “Fire Cracker” to the world, the field of “assisted reproduction” gained a new tool known as intracytoplasmic sperm injection, or ICSI.
Fire Cracker was the first among thousands of foals that have since been produced through ICSI. For some, the procedure has not been a lifesaver, but a “life giver” as a last hope for extending the reproductive life for horses whose genetics make champions.
extensive interview this morning with the former penn state football assistant coach accused of molesting dozens of children. jerry sandusky. you ll hear him in his own words explain his relationship and his, quote, attraction to young boys. also this morning, a story maybe you wouldn t think is coming your way from 2011. an interracial couple told they are not welcome at a church in kentucky. we are just a few hours away from a major announcement from herman cain. here s how he explained what this will all be about. this was him talking yesterday. i will be making an announcement, but nobody is going to get me to make that prematurely. we will also clarify, there s that word again, clarify, exactly what the next steps are. well, what are the next steps? he s actually in atlanta today to open a campaign office. our shannon travis is there for us in atlanta. shannon, hello to you. everybody is intrigued here, a grand opening and a grand closing today? reporter: yea