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Indeed, each sperm cell carries half of the genetic material needed to create a human embryo.—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 May 2026 One of the hottest ingredients in beauty right now is PDRN, which is derived from sperm cells of salmon (yes, sperm) and used in skincare products to boost collagen.—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026 There are particularly high levels of DHA in the retina, brain, and sperm cells.—Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 30 Mar. 2026 Their tests showed that some sperm cells did make it through, suggesting children may one day be conceived in space.—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sperm cell