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Improving of cryoprotectant media for human cord blood nucleated cells cryopreservation.

• Author(s) : MYKHAILOVA O. O., MAKASHOVA O. YE., ZUBOV P. M., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryoprotectant, Cell, Blood, Nucleation, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

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Study of rehydration injury in lyophilized red blood cells.

• Author(s) : LI W., HONG S., ZHANG Y., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/05/15
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Freeze-drying, Electron microscopy, Cell, Transition (generic), Blood, Phase, Membrane, Expérimentation
• Source: Cryogenics 2017. Proceedings of the 14^th IIR International Conference: Dresden, Germany, Mai 15-19, 2017.
• Formats : PDF

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Impact of frozen-thawed cord blood nucleated cells combined with extreme whole body cooling on rat's neurohumoral regulation in dynamics of aging.

• Author(s) : MARTYNOVA Y. V., BABIYCHUK L. V., BABIYCHUK V. G., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryobiology, Cell, Rat, Blood, Nucleation, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation, Freezing-thawing
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

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Polydimethylsiloxane as perspective cold and heat transfer fluid with cryoprotective capabilities for the use in biobanking.

• Author(s) : LAUK-DUBITSKY S. E., SHAKUROV A. V., PUSHKAREV A. V., et al.
• Publication date: 2018/09/12
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Freezing, Tissue, Human body, Cryopreservation, Temperature, Thawing, Refreezing, Tissue bank, Expérimentation, Blood
• Source: 3^rd IIR Conference on cold applications in life sciences - cryotherapy and cryopreservation.
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Les MCP dans les caisses à température contrôlée.

PCMs in temperature-controlled containers.

• Author(s) : KACIMI A., LABRANQUE G.
• Publication date: 2016/07
• Languages : French
• Source: Revue générale du Froid & du Conditionnement d'air - vol. 104 - n. 1158

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New recommendations for the quality and safety of tissues and cells for clinical application and its significance for the practice of tissue establishments performing cryopreservation.

• Author(s) : MERICKA P., JANDOVA M., GREGOR J., STERBA L.
• Publication date: 2021/10/05
• Languages : English
• Source: Cryogenics 2021 online. Proceedings of the 16^th IIR International Conference, October 5-7, 2021.
• Formats : PDF

Three-dimensional numerical simulation of the effects of fractal vascular trees on tissue temperature and intracelluar ice formation during combined cancer therapy of cryosurgery and hyperthermia.

• Author(s) : WANG Z., ZHAO G., WANG T., et al.
• Publication date: 2015/11/05
• Languages : English
• Source: Applied Thermal Engineering - vol. 90

Numerical study on triple layer skin tissue freezing using dual phase lag bio-heat model.

• Author(s) : SINGH S., KUMAR S.
• Publication date: 2014/12
• Languages : English
• Source: International Journal of thermal Sciences - vol. 86

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Heat-Sensitive Health Products, 30^th Informatory Note on refrigeration technologies.

• Author(s) : IIF-IIR, CAVALIER G., BONED M.
• Publication date: 2016/01
• Languages : English, French
• Formats : PDF

Liquid ice with an anaesthetic additive improves animal welfare in farmed sea bream during stunning and slaughtering.

• Author(s) : LÓPEZ-CÁNOVAS A. E., MULERO-MENDEZ V., ROS-CHUMILLAS M., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/05/03
• Languages : English
• Source: CYTEF 2016. VIII Congreso Ibérico y VI Congreso Iberoamericano de las Ciencias y Técnicas del Frío, Coimbra-Portugal, 3-6 mayo, 2016.
• Formats : PDF

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May the surgery be a source of happiness?!

• Author(s) : BUTORINA A., VOZDVIZHENSKIY I., ARKHAROV A., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/05/15
• Languages : English
• Source: Cryogenics 2017. Proceedings of the 14^th IIR International Conference: Dresden, Germany, Mai 15-19, 2017.
• Formats : PDF

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Crushed ice including nanoencapsulated clove essential oil improves animal welfare in farmed European sea bass during stunning and slaughtering.

• Author(s) : LÓPEZ GÓMEZ A., LÓPEZ-CÁNOVAS A. E., ROS-CHUMILLAS M., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
• Formats : PDF

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Effects of on-board bleeding methods and superchilling on quality of cod and saithe.

• Author(s) : ELIASSON S., ARASON S., MARGEIRSSON B., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
• Formats : PDF

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Optimizing design and operation of chilling tank for Atlantic salmon.

• Author(s) : WIDELL K. N., NORDTVEDT T. S., TOLSTOREBROV I., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/08/24
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 25^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Montréal , Canada, August 24-30, 2019.
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Performance of Linde-Hampson refrigerator operating with a zeotropic refrigerant for ultralow temperature applications.

• Author(s) : BARBADE S., VENKATARATHNAM G.
• Publication date: 2023/08/21
• Languages : English
• Source: Proceedings of the 26^th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Paris , France, August 21-25, 2023.
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Phase-change materials and vacuum-insulation panels for emergency blood

London's Air Ambulance is now using phase-change technology to transport blood on board its aircraft and rapid-response cars.

• Publication date : 2012/06/27

The delivery of blood to London hospitals may be impeded by Olympic transport restrictions

The delivery of blood to London hospitals may be impeded by Olympic transport restrictions, a UK delivery firm has warned. TNT Express has emphasized that increased congestion and restrictions on access, parking and delivery times could cause...

• Publication date : 2012/07/05

New advance in cryopreservation could make blood preservation more practical

It’s already possible to cryopreserve human red blood cells in the presence of 40 percent glycerol, but is rarely done because of the time-consuming process to thaw and remove the glycerol from the blood.

• Publication date : 2015/05/12

Optimising cold storage to boost antioxidants and anthocyanins in blood oranges

A study by the University of Florida found that storage temperatures ranging from 6 to 12 °C significantly enhance anthocyanin, phenolic content, and antioxidants content in in ‘Budd...

• Publication date : 2024/11/06
• Subjects: Technology

Brief: Cryotemperatures save flooded archives

In February 2010, "Xynthia", a major storm swept over La Rochelle, France. In order to rescue the archives of the "Conseil Général de Charente Maritime" the departmental authority that were covered with 2-metre deep sea water, cryogenic...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

Prehistoric flower from the permafrost blooms again

A team of scientists has reportedly resurrected seeds of a 30 000-years-old variety of Silene stenophylla.

• Publication date : 2012/06/18

Cryogenic applications: Major cryogenic storage project

Thames Cryogenics is setting up one of the most ambitious cryogenic storage projects in Europe. The UK Biobank, based in Stockport, Oxfordshire, aims to recruit around 500 000 people across the UK between the ages of 40 to 69 and to track their...

• Publication date : 2008/08/12

Briefs: Cryogenic treatment of heart diseases

Russia has made its first steps in the cryogenic treatment of heart arrhythmia. A new method was recently implemented by specialists at the V. A. Almazov Federal Heart, Blood and Endocrinology Centre in St. Petersburg. Cryotechnology is used for...

• Publication date : 2011/02/04

The heart inspires a new cooling system

In August 2004, at the Micro Nano Breakthrough Conference in Portland, engineers from Oregon State University in the US, presented a new successful desorption system using branching microchannels. The system was inspired by the human blood pumping...

• Publication date : 2004/09/14

Briefs: Ice cream scoops

A new edible antifreeze developed by a US researcher could keep ice cream smooth and tasty by preventing the formation of gritty crystals when the ice cream is subjected to sudden temperature fluctuation. The antifreeze contains proteins similar...

• Publication date : 2008/05/13

Briefs: cryogenic labels

In order to identify specimens for forensic investigations, medical research or blood, plasma and semen donations, reliable identification is vital. Labels used for deep-frozen material need to be durable and legible and must remain where they are...

• Publication date : 2008/10/25

Out of ordinary: Ötzi’s curse?

Ötzi's curse? Tests run on Ötzi the iceman, the world's oldest and best-preserved mummy, show signs of decomposition. X-rays show grey spots on one knee, indicating gas formation caused by bacteria. The South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology in...

• Publication date : 2006/01/28

Cold to help the Olympic athletes recover

With temperatures in Athens reaching 40°C, keeping cool and maintaining fluids was a focus for athletes. Contrary to popular belief, saunas and hot spas dehydrate the body and cause fatigue. Hence, the Australian Olympic team devised an entire...

• Publication date : 2004/09/14

Cryotherapy

Whole-body cryotherapy: what does it feel like? Whole-body cryotherapy (WBC) began in Japan in the 1980s. Applications include fibromyalgia, chronic joint and spinal pain, neurodermatitis and psoriasis. Swelling and pain due to sports injuries or...

• Publication date : 2007/02/12

ASRE Stamps Commissioned for Refrigeration Appreciation Week

As part of the centennial celebration of The American Society of Refrigerating Engineers (ASRE) and ASHRAE's 2005 Winter Meeting in Orlando, Florida, Mayor Buddy Dyer has signed a proclamation designating the week of meeting, February 5-9, 2005,...

• Publication date : 2004/12/22

News from IIR members: Sofrigam

The number of drugs (e.g. targeted therapies, new vaccines, anti-diabetic drugs and blood derivatives) transported and kept at a controlled temperature is growing rapidly and these products are increasingly sensitive to temperature variations. In...

• Publication date : 2008/08/12

Obituary: Per-Oskar Persson

The former Managing Director of Frigoscandia AB, Per-Oskar Persson of Helsingborg, Sweden passed away on August 26, 2008, at the age of 84. He was an Honorary Member of IIR, President of Commission D1, 1971 - 1979, and Head of Section D 1979 -...

• Publication date : 2008/09/29

Healthcare drones: Countless advantages for a healthier society

With the objective of making it possible for those who require urgent healthcare supplies delivered as often and as regularly as necessary, various companies are now pushing the possibilities of exploiting drones to deliver healthcare supplies...

• Publication date : 2017/03/22

Discover the 30th Informatory Note on Heat-Sensitive Health Products

In this Informatory Note, the IIR has defined the issues and challenges that need to be addressed in order to ensure that reliable cold chains, along the distribution chain of products essential to public health, are put in place.

• Publication date : 2016/01/13

New EU funded project began on October 1st, 2021: “SophiA - Sustainable off-grid solutions for pharmacies and hospitals in Africa”

With a budget of 8 million euros over four years, SophiA will develop containerized solutions for hospitals using natural refrigerants, solar thermal and photovoltaics to enable more and more African people to...

• Publication date : 2021/10/21
• Subjects: Technology, Developing country, Environment, HFCs alternatives

News from IIR members: MYCOM Mayekawa

The Japanese compressor manufacturer MYCOM Mayekawa will be introducing its high-efficiency NH3/CO2 cooling system NewTon3000 within the context of the Garden City Ammonia Program (GCAP). GCAP is actively promoting CO2 emissions reduction and...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

Cryogenics in the pharmaceutical industry: drug design and bioavailability improvement

Research activities in the pharmaceutical sector focus primarily on developing novel drug formulations which can elicit the desired response upon being administered to the patient...

• Last update : 2023/03/10
• Langues : English, French
• Themes : Freeze-drying in biology and medicine, Cryobiology, cryomedicine: general information