What do Dolly the sheep, in vitro fertilization, 20th-century population control, and the impact of the internet on assisted reproduction have in common? This critical tour, led by Rebecca Close, explores key moments in the technological history of reproduction, highlighted by the Calculating Empires installation, part of the Matter Matters exhibition. Throughout the journey, we will focus on how scientific knowledge has transformed reproductive biology from the 19th century to today and the roles that both human and animal bodies have played in these changes. We'll also examine connections between laboratories, public policies, and media, including cinema, broadening our understanding of reproduction beyond a family concern or a solely feminine issue. Rebecca Close works at the intersection of artistic practice and research in science and technology studies. She holds a doctoral degree from Aalto University (2023) and was a visiting researcher at ReproSoc (University of Cambridge, 202