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Portable High-Pressure Freezing System

Company: Cryo-EM Lab

Major(s):
Primary: BME
Secondary: ME
Optional: EE, MATSE

Non-Disclosure Agreement: NO

Intellectual Property: YES

The objective of this project is to develop a portable, modular system for the immediate vitrification of biological tissues at the point of care. By targeting a <20-minute "ischemic window", this device ensures that samples for Cryo-Electron Tomography research are preserved in a near-native state, free from the ice crystal damage associated with atmospheric freezing. The design aims to eliminate bulky hydraulic systems, resulting in a compact, bedside-ready solution.