Can humans reproduce in space? | BBC Ideas

Humans have never given birth in space, but that will have to change if we are to become a multi-planetary species. Here's a look at some of the many challenges.

Animation by Christopher Brooks. Made in partnership with the ‪@royalsociety‬.

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