Introduction to the field of cryobiology and overview of selected papers |
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Authors: | Igor I. Katkov |
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Affiliation: | UCSD Cancer Center, The Burnham Institute, CELLTRONIX, San Diego, CA, USA |
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Abstract: | The article is a synopsis of the 9 papers in the field of cryobiology, particularly regarding the use of modern cryopreservation and related techniques for conservation of genetic resources of endangered species and economically important breeds of wild and domesticated animals and plants published in this issue of the International Journal of Refrigeration. The papers are related to vitrification, primarily of reproductive and progenitor cells as a swiftly expanding and effective approach of biostabilization, as well as to cryopreservation of spermatozoa, leucocytes, and other cells of the humans, sturgeon species, European mink, marine invertebrates, and plants. A brief introduction to cryobiology and related fields is also provided. |
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Keywords: | Cryogenics Cryobiology Survey BibliographyMots clé s: Cryogé nie Cryobiologie Enquê te Bibliographie |
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