Thanks to science, the human sperm is about to get even lazier. Researchers have managed to create synthetic sperm-shaped robots that can propel themselves through the human body.



Based on the footage from the clip, all you need to know is that the tubes work like torpedoes being manned by a single soldier. The Austrian Tribune reports:
Researchers have programmed this bots to derive environmental benefits and for a vast application in the field of medicines. A group of first tiny, synthetic bio-bots has the ability to swim on their own. They seek help from heart cells and move the viscous fluids of biological environments.

Taher Saif is from the University of Illinois Gutgsell and study leader. He was of the view that until now, scientists are only able to catch a glimpse of the world of microorganisms through microscope. However, for the first time, they have been able to develop an engineered system to reach this underworld.

The recent achievement has paved the way for researchers to develop bio-bots that can bring a revolution in the field of medicine. Specific areas and cells in a body can be targeted with the help of bio-bots to start an action there, said Saif. Bio-bots have the potential to successfully battle cancer cells, tumors and other toxins in the body without causing any damage to the rest of the body.
We can only imagine the kind of conversations parents will have with their future kids when they ask where do babies come from...