
Joanne Adams
Sperm Donor Bank Manager
Joanne is especially passionate about sperm donation and manages our highly-successful sperm donor bank. She's also nationally active on issues relating to the recruitment of sperm donors.
Joanne also specialises in the treatment of sperm disorders. She is a Trustee of the Seed Trust Charity, which provides vital support to donors, intended parents, and surrogates involved in donor treatment.
Joanne says: "Many men who could be donors simply don't realise there's such a shortage of donor sperm. Through our ongoing campaign, we are one of the few clinics in the UK to have no waiting list for treatment with donor sperm."

Sam Edney
Reproductive Technologist
Sam works at Semovo as a Reproductive Technologist. His role is split between working with donors to get samples analysed and released for patient use, communicating with patients, and arranging transfers to clinics for those in need.
Before this role, Sam had been studying at The University of Sheffield. For his undergraduate degree, he read Biochemistry and then studied Reproductive and Developmental Medicine for his Masters.
Sam says: I thoroughly enjoyed my studies, and the work on my Masters inspired me to pursue a career in the field of fertility. Meeting such altruistic donors and helping them actualise their dreams of helping people conceive is why I love doing what I do. I feel I play an important role in providing happiness to both the donor's and patients' lives.

Rachel McKernan
Reproductive Technologist
Rachel joined Semovo in July 2021 as a Reproductive Technologist. After graduating in 2020, she worked in one of the Covid-19 Lighthouse Laboratories before moving to Semovo.
Rachel says: I’m really passionate about working in fertility and enjoy meeting the donors who are passionate about helping others start a family.”

Daniela Nesheva
Reproductive Technologist
Daniela joined Semovo in August 2021 as a Reproductive Technologist and will be primarily based at the Semovo clinic in Glasgow.
Daniela graduated with a BSc(Hons) degree in Reproductive Biology from the University of Edinburgh and a Masters in Clinical Embryology and ART MSc from the University of Leeds.
Daniela says:‘’ I have always found working in the fertility sector highly rewarding and impactful on the patients’ quality of life. I am honoured that I have the opportunity to help patients who cannot conceive to help find their donors. The excitement I feel when I find out that a woman is pregnant with the help of one of our donors is unlike anything else I have experienced before.’’

Sarah Dobbie
Reproductive Technologist
Sarah recently joined Semovo in November 2021, shortly after completing her master's degree in Reproduction and Development at Bristol University. This is Sarah's first job since graduating, and she is excited to begin her career with Semovo.
Sarah's role as a Reproductive Technologist includes managing the sperm donors at our clinics and working in the andrology lab. She also help patients choose their sperm donor and communicate with clinics across the UK for transfers.
Sarah says: I'm looking forward to putting my theory into practice and directly helping families on their fertility journey.

Charlotte Storti
Reproductive Technologist
Charlotte joined Semovo in November as a Reproductive Technologist. Charlotte previously studied Biomolecular Science as an undergraduate whilst working part-time in a pharmacy.
Her job is to guide donors through the process from their initial enquiry to becoming a donor.
Charlotte says: "It’s very rewarding to see how happy both the donors and patients are at the end of the process."

Ellie Fallows
Donor Programme Assistant
Ellie joined Semovo in March 2021 as a Donor Programme Assistant. Ellie guides our sperm donors through their donation journey, from when they first submit their initial application through to potentially donating.
She says: "when I see that a donor has helped create a family for somebody, it puts into perspective my role here at Semovo. I feel privileged to know that I have helped somebody create a family; it’s such a wonderful clinic to be a part of."
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Our Social Side
THE TOP FIVE SPERM DONOR MYTHS
- 19/01/2022
Here’s the truth behind the most common misconceptions, so you can decide if sperm donation is right for you.

Donor Story
- 26/05/2021
One of our incredible donors tells us all about his donation and why he donated with Semovo.
Six easy top tips for better sperm health for International Men's Day!
If you’re thinking of starting a family with donor sperm or planning to donate sperm yourself, it is important to choose a regulated clinic
Want to donate sperm this year? If you’re planning to become a sperm donor in 2020 or are even just curious about what’s involved, you’ll no doubt have a few questions!
Want to make 2020 your best year yet? Then why not be a sperm donor? Find out more about what's involved when you donate sperm with Semovo.
DONATE YOUR SPERM THIS FERTILITY WEEK
- 30/10/2019
It’s annual Fertility Week in the UK! By donating your sperm, you could help someone to still become a Dad and enable a couple to have a much longed-for child together.
Find out all about donating sperm at our London sperm donor clinic.
Why Men Donate Sperm
- 26/09/2019
Why do men donate sperm? And just who is donating? If you’re wondering if you’d be a good sperm donor, we’d like to give you an idea of who donates sperm with Semovo – and why.
Is There A Criteria For Sperm Donation?
- 23/08/2019
Ever thought about being a sperm donor? Read our guidelines and the things that we look at for you to be a sperm donor.
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions around being a sperm donor. Explore these 8 facts to find out what being a sperm donor really involves.
Semovo has opened a new London sperm bank in Wellbeck Street. Find out all about donating sperm in London with Semovo.
MANCHESTER SPERM BANK NOW OPEN
- 10/05/2019
If you live or work in Manchester, it’s now even easier to be a sperm donor with the launch of our new city centre sperm bank.
Did you know that the UK is perhaps the most tightly-regulated country in the world for sperm donation?
WHY DONATE SPERM? AND WHY DONATE TO SEMOVO?
- 22/03/2019
Did you know that Semovo receives hundreds of sperm donor applications every month from men all over the country?
Sperm donation is the ultimate way for guys to give back. If you would like to be a sperm donor, here are five key things you need to know first.
HOW TO BE A SPERM DONOR: YOUR QUICK GUIDE
- 03/01/2019
Donating sperm and helping people become parents is an extraordinary way to make a difference in 2019. And the good news is that it is relatively simple to do.
Did you know that when you donate sperm, your personal details are never shared with people who are looking for a sperm donor?
Want to donate sperm? Then finding a sperm bank that is close to where you live or work should be top of the list.
Online sperm donation isn’t illegal, but as it’s unregulated, it carries significant risks to you as the donor.
SPERM DONOR KIDS: FACTS & MYTHS
- 13/09/2018
There are a lot of misconceptions around sperm donation and donor-conceived children. Our Semovo team separates the facts from the myths so you can understand the truth about being a sperm donor and what happens about the children you’ve helped to be born.
Want to be a sperm donor? It’s important to invest time in choosing the right sperm bank, to make sure it’s the rewarding and altruistic experience it should be.
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR DONATED SPERM?
- 18/07/2018
Did you know your sperm actually goes into quarantine as soon as it’s donated? It can’t be used just yet to help someone have a baby.
Did you know that without sperm donors, many people would never be able to fulfil their dreams of having a child?
Did you know that one of the most damaging things for sperm and fertility is the use of recreational or performance-enhancing drugs?
A QUICK GUIDE TO DONATING SPERM
- 12/04/2018
Here’s your quick, 6-step guide to the sperm donation process, it’s much simpler than you might think.
Did you know that male infertility is now the number one reason that couples have IVF according to fertility regulator the HFEA?
For this week’s Nutrition & Hydration Week and also No Smoking Day, we look at why diet and smoking affects sperm – and what you can do about it with tips from fertility nutritionist Jeannette Jackson.
How many children do you think a sperm donor can create in the UK? If you’ve read the recent story in the news about the girl who’s tracking down 40 of her donor-conceived siblings, you might be worried about whether children limits are really as enforced as clinics claim.
Lots of fertility clinics need sperm donors – so why should you donate sperm to Semovo?
WHAT IT’S REALLY LIKE TO DONATE SPERM
- 30/01/2018
Our Semovo sperm bank manager Joanne Adams reveals what it’s really like to donate sperm, and what it takes to become a sperm donor.
The number of women having IVF on their own has more than doubled - data from UK fertility regulator the HFEA shows just 346 women went solo for IVF in 2007, compared to 800 in 2015.
AMERICAN INVASION: UK NOT US SPERM DONORS!
- 19/01/2018
Manchester is set for an American invasion after a new sperm bank was announced in the city specialising in supplying US sperm.
Great news for Scottish guys – Semovo has expanded to Glasgow!
SPERM DONORS: GIVING THE GIFT OF FAMILY
- 22/12/2017
Semovo sperm donors have helped make family wishes come true for people all over the UK this Christmas. Could you join us and make a difference next year?
Whether you’re planning to donate sperm or try for children yourself this year, sperm can be affected by what you eat, drink and your lifestyle.
At Semovo, we always need men of all ethnicities to donate sperm, and because of this, we’re especially sensitive and respectful to the needs of potential donors who have specific religious and cultural backgrounds.
DONATING SPERM OVER CHRISTMAS
- 12/12/2017
If you’re currently donating sperm to Semovo, you may assume that you can’t eat, drink and be as merry as usual at Christmas.
It’s a great feeling to be chosen as someone’s sperm donor – but how does it happen?
SEMEN ANALYSIS: UNDERSTANDING YOUR RESULTS
- 01/12/2017
Semen analysis is an important test that tells us if you have the quality of sperm that’s needed for sperm donation.
When you donate sperm, one of the most common ways it’ll be used is through a treatment called insemination.
Are you Britain’s answer to ‘Mr Sperminator’? American man Ari Nagel appeared on TV’s Good Morning Britain recently, talking about his role as a super sperm donor to 24 different women, producing 29 children.
Men do want to donate sperm, they do want to help infertile guys, same-sex couples and singles to have families. They just need to know they’re wanted – and be given a convenient opportunity to donate.
It’s National Fertility Awareness Week, Fertility Network’s annual campaign that shines the spotlight on fertility issues.
Want to be a sperm donor but not sure how to tell your family? Although it can be hard to explain to parents, grandparents and wider family members too, it’s important to have an open family discussion.
HOW MANY CHILDREN CAN A SPERM DONOR HAVE?
- 18/10/2017
Did you read the recent and very sensationalised news headlines about Britain’s ‘top’ sperm donor producing at least 34 children?