Reproductive Immunology

The reproductive process is a test of the natural immune system of the female, in both the acceptance of foreign-to-the-body sperm and the implantation of the embryo. It is now recognised that much of the "unexplained infertility" and early embryo loss is a result of immunological rejection and understanding of how the body copes with these challenges will help improve reproductive health and outcomes. Current research programs are directed at -

• Immunology of the female immune response to embryo implantation
• The role of semen in maternal immune tolerance for pregnancy
• Cytokine regulation of early embryo development
• Cytokines and leukocytes in ovarian function
• Novel therapeutics for infertility and recurrent miscarriage
• Improved methods for IVF and human embryo culture

A/Prof Sarah Robertson
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Dr Kelton Tremellen
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Dr Rebecca Robker
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