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Upcycling corneal tissue: whole corneas cryopreserved by different media for research applications.

• Author(s) : PETTO C., NÖLDNER A., VALTINK M., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryobiology, Tissue, Storage, Eye, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation, Cornea
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

Culture expansion and cryopreservation of human peripheral venous wall and perivascular adipose tissue as a source for mesenchymal stem cell. 1.

• Author(s) : SUMIDA S., KITAMURA T., KAIHOU T., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/03
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cell, Tissue, Regeneration, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation
• Source: Low Temperature Medicine - vol. 40 - n. 1
• Formats : PDF

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
• Keywords : Heat transfer, Tissue, Temperature, Model, Enthalpy, Cryosurgery, Change of phase
• Source: International Journal of thermal Sciences - vol. 86

The value of frozen cartilage tissues without cryoprotection for genetic conservation.

• Author(s) : CETINKAYA G., HATIPOGLU I., ARAT S.
• Publication date: 2014/02
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Genetics, Cartilage, Tissue, Cryopreservation
• Source: Cryobiology - vol. 68 - n. 1

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Cryobank of the tissue establishment university hospital Hradec Králové – design and 10 year experience of operation.

• Author(s) : MERICKA P., STRAKOVA H., STERBA L., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/04/07
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Tissue bank, Cell, Liquid nitrogen, Tissue, Czech Republic, Cryopreservation
• Source: Cryogenics 2014. Proceedings of the 13^th IIR International Conference: Prague, Czech Republic, April 7-11, 2014.
• Formats : PDF

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How long do we need to store cryopreserved cells and tissues.

• Author(s) : MERICKA P., STRAKOVA H., LÁNSKÁ M., et al.
• Publication date: 2017/05/15
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Time, Cell, Tissue, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation
• Source: Cryogenics 2017. Proceedings of the 14^th IIR International Conference: Dresden, Germany, Mai 15-19, 2017.
• Formats : PDF

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Cryo-SEM as a suitable tool to study vitrification in cryopreserved tissue.

• Author(s) : SCHNEIDER TEIXEIRA A., MOLINA-GARCÍA A. D.
• Publication date: 2015/08/16
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Vitrification, Tissue, Electron, Cryomicroscopy, Cryopreservation
• Source: Proceedings of the 24th IIR International Congress of Refrigeration: Yokohama, Japan, August 16-22, 2015.
• Formats : PDF

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Strategies for the design of bi-layer scaffolds for the regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.

• Author(s) : REINSCH H., KRETSCHMER R., HEIDINGSFELDER J.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cell, Tissue, Design, Regeneration, Drug
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

Ultrasound signal wavelet analysis to quantify the microstructures of normal and frozen tissues in vitro.

• Author(s) : SHENG L., WANG G., LI F., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/02
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Thawing, Ultrasound, Tissue, Cryosurgery, Freezing
• Source: Cryobiology - vol. 68 - n. 1

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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
• Keywords : Quality, Safety, Tissue, Human body, Cell, Cryopreservation, Standardization
• Source: Cryogenics 2021 online. Proceedings of the 16^th IIR International Conference, October 5-7, 2021.
• Formats : PDF

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Newly designed Tissue/cell storage bag for cryopreserved homograft by application of CO2 laser welding technique.

• Author(s) : MOTOMURA N., SAITO A., KUROSAKI Y., et al.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryobiology, Cell, Tissue, Storage, Laser, Expérimentation, Cryopreservation, Heart
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

Cryoablation for malignant bone and soft tissue tumors.

• Author(s) : YAMAKADO K., NAKATSUKA A., YAMANAKA T., et al.
• Publication date: 2014/09
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Tumour, Tissue, Bone, Expérimentation, Cryosurgery, Cryoablation
• Source: Low Temperature Medicine - vol. 40 - n. 3
• Formats : PDF

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Qualitative and quantitative changes in the use of cryo-technology during the 70-year history of the tissue bank, university hospital Hradec Kralove

• Author(s) : MERICKA P., GREGOR J., JANDOVA M.
• Publication date: 2023/04/25
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Cryopreservation, Tissue bank, Case study, Czech Republic, Liquid nitrogen, History
• Source: Proceedings of the 17^th IIR International Conference on Cryogenics, Dresden, Germany, april 25-28 2023
• Formats : PDF

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Cryobiology: cryopreservation and cryostorage of cells/tissue engineered constructs

• Author(s) : KULESHOVA L.
• Publication date: 2016/09/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Vitrification, Generality, Cryobiology, Cell, Tissue, Storage, Cryopreservation
• Source: 2^nd IIR Workshop on cold applications in life sciences.
• Formats : PDF

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Own experience from the 22 Year lasting process of harmonization of the European Union safety and quality requirements for harvesting processing and distribution of human cells and tissues used for clinical transplantation.

• Author(s) : MERICKA P., STRAKOVA H., HONEGROVA B., et al.
• Publication date: 2019/05/08
• Languages : English
• Keywords : Tissue bank, Regulations, European Union, Safety, Cell, Czech Republic, Quality, Clean room, Expérimentation, Case study
• Source: Cryogenics 2019. Proceedings of the 15^th IIR International Conference: Prague, Czech Republic, April 8-11, 2019.
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First birth following a transplant of frozen ovarian tissue

The first case of a live birth after a successful transplant of ovarian fragments taken from a patient and then conserved frozen has just been announced by Belgian gynaecologists in an article published in the British medical journal The Lancet....

• Publication date : 2004/11/19

Cryogenics and 3D-printing techniques could allow the replication of human tissues

A team of researchers from Imperial College London have developed a new technique which could allow the replication of human brain and lung tissue and regenerate damaged parts.

• Publication date : 2018/03/22

Simplifying the preservation at very low temperature of tissues used in ophthalmology

Researchers have compared the effects of −28 °C (standard freezer) and −80 °C preservation on human amniotic membrane, which is commonly used in ophthalmic...

• Publication date : 2022/05/30
• Subjects: Technology

Cryoablation benefits

Cryoablation involving freezing balloon technology is claimed to enable highly precise targeting of the tissues to be destroyed without damaging the surrounding tissues.

• Publication date : 2012/04/18

Walk with someone else's tendons thanks to cryogenics

A technique of cryopreservation of grafts developed in France in the context of ligament transplantation, allows grafts to be preserved for up to 10 years and to limit the risk of rejection.

• Publication date : 2018/11/22

Ozone layer issues: China

China Closes Ozone Depleting Chemical Plants. On July 1, China, the world's largest producer of CFCs and halon, shut down five of its six remaining plants, putting the country two and a half years ahead of the Montreal Protocol's 2010 deadline for...

• Publication date : 2007/08/05

Climate change issues: G8 statement

The Group of Eight leading industrialized nations (G8) met with 5 major emerging countries (Brazil, China, India, Mexico and South Africa) early June in Heiligendamm and published a statement demonstrating a far greater will to address climate...

• Publication date : 2007/08/05

Ozone layer issues: Montreal Protocol

A recent policy article recommends "further adjustments to strengthen the Montreal Protocol and provide further insurance against the threat of abrupt climate change". According to the authors, "the Montreal Protocol's successful work to protect...

• Publication date : 2007/08/05

India bans imports of air conditioners

The Indian government has banned the import of air conditioners in order to boost domestic production.

• Publication date : 2020/10/26
• Subjects: Figures, economy, Regulation

Inefficient R22 air conditioners dumped in Africa

According to a recent report, 35% of room air conditioners (RAC) sold in ten African countries are low efficiency RACs. RACs containing R22 account for 47% of the market, while 49% contain R410A.Setting minimum...

• Publication date : 2020/09/04
• Subjects: Developing country, Environment

Climate change issues: IPCC Report 2007

The IPCC 4th Assessment Report Climate Change 2007, which was released in May 2007, provides very valuable figures on greenhouse gas (GHGs) emissions, including those of fluorinated gases (CFCs, HCFCs, HFCs) used in refrigeration. - In 2004, the...

• Publication date : 2007/08/05

Effects of air conditioner airflow on human sleep.

A recent study published in Energy and Buildings measures the impact of the velocity of an air conditioner airflow on the quality of sleep.

• Publication date : 2017/03/03

MAC Directive: EC issues proceedings against Germany

The European Commission has issued an infringement notice against Germany for failing to enforce the MAC Directive.

• Publication date : 2014/02/13

Growing sales of R32 air conditioners

The Japanese firm Daikin reports sales of 10 million R32 units since 2012.

• Publication date : 2017/09/14
• Subjects: Figures, economy

New standards for “intelligent” ACs implemented in China

China implements new standard to officially define and set technological requirements for intelligent ACs. Additionally, a Chinese air-conditioning manufacturer is the first company in China to achieve a global...

• Publication date : 2020/06/26
• Subjects: Regulation

REAL Alternatives: blended Learning for Alternative Refrigerants

Last week the REAL Alternatives Europe programme partners met at IIR head offices to elaborate plans to translate the e-learning project into more languages.

• Publication date : 2015/06/23

Press Release: REAL Alternatives for LIFE project on blended learning for alternative refrigerants gets started

Financed by the EU's funding instrument for the environment and climate action, the REAL Alternatives for LIFE consortium met in June for the project kick-off meeting.

• Publication date : 2017/07/10

Special issue of the International Journal of Refrigeration (IJR) on boiling and condensation of refrigerants

A landmark special issue of the International Journal of Refrigeration (IJR) on boiling and condensation of refrigerants has just been published.

• Publication date : 2013/03/29

IJR editorial: The cop on climate change: a growing presence of refrigeration issues to be consolidated

The Conference of the Parties on climate change was held in Sharm-El-Sheikh (Egypt) from Sunday 6 November to Sunday 20 November 2022. Generally speaking, this COP did not result in the decisions and actions...

• Publication date : 2023/01/23
• Subjects: Environment

Conference update: Prague

Cryogenics 2008, to be held in Prague on April 22-25, 2008, will cover liquid helium and hydrogen technology, superconductivity, separation of air, natural gas and other cryogenic gases, liquefaction, storage and transport and application of low...

• Publication date : 2008/02/12

Briefs: Prof L Rey

Prof. Louis Rey, former President of Section C, Biology and food technology, then Vice-President of the IIR's Science and Technology Council, and President of a sub-commission devoted to the biological and medical applications of...

• Publication date : 2011/02/07

Professional forums on cryo-sciences: Experts and young researchers alike

Although significant progress has been made in cold application in life sciences driven by new solutions in the production, storage and handling of bio-products along the entire production chain all the way up to the end-user, there are still many...

• Publication date : 2017/03/01

The Beijing Congress

The 22nd IIR International Congress of Refrigeration will be held in Beijing, China, on August 21-26, 2007. IIR congresses are held every 4 years in various parts of the world, showing the global influence of the IIR. The previous event was held...

• Publication date : 2007/05/04

The Beijing Congress

The 22nd IIR International Congress of Refrigeration will be held in Beijing, China, on August 21-26, 2007. IIR congresses are held every 4 years in various parts of the world, showing the global influence of the IIR. The previous event was held...

• Publication date : 2007/05/04

New IIR Working Group: whole-body cryotherapy or cryostimulation

During the IIR Science and Technology Council meeting on June 15, 2017, a new IIR Working Group (WG) on “Whole-body cryotherapy or cryostimulation” was officially created.

• Publication date : 2017/07/12

IIR Research Priorities

The IIR decided, within the framework of its Strategic Plan, to draw up a list of research priorities for the future. It hopes that these priorities will be a valuable guiding force for decision-makers in the public and private research sectors,...

• Publication date : 2005/07/19

IIR Working Group on whole-body cryotherapy or cryostimulation

A presentation of this IIR Working Group took place during the French Association of Refrigeration (AFF) Orientation Committee in January.

• Publication date : 2018/03/22

New IIR Informatory Note: “Whole Body Cryotherapy/Cryostimulation”

Learn about the latest advances and the challenges related to these rapidly developing techniques.

• Publication date : 2020/10/22

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

Download the latest technical papers from the IIR Cryogenics Conference

Held on 8-11 April this year, the 15th IIR Cryogenics Conference welcomed over 120 guests from more than 22 countries.

• Publication date : 2019/07/02

Cryogenic nitrogen in the food and beverage industry

The adoption of cryogenic processes in the food and beverage industry is predominantly driven by liquid nitrogen (LIN), and it is the preferred candidate for food chilling and...

• Last update : 2023/11/07
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Freezing of foodstuffs

Hydrocarbon refrigerants

Hydrocarbons such as R290 (propane), R600a (isobutane) or R1270 (propene/propylene) are low GWP non-toxic natural refrigerants with excellent thermodynamic properties. They offer an...

• Last update : 2022/06/22
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Hydrocarbons, Containment, refrigerant charge reduction

Liquefied Natural Gas: production process and cold energy recovery

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled to about -160 °C and turned into a liquid to facilitate transportation and storage. A typical LNG supply chain...

• Last update : 2023/06/23
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : LNG and LPG

Additive manufacturing of regenerators for caloric cooling

In many areas of engineering, additive manufacturing allows the production of complex and multifunctional products that could not be manufactured using traditional methods. In the...

• Last update : 2022/09/16
• Langues : French, English
• Themes : Caloric cooling (magnetocaloric, electrocaloric, elastocaloric and barocaloric cooling)