Vitrification process

Vitrification is a rapid cooling technique used to preserve biological tissues or cells without forming damaging ice crystals. Instead of freezing slowly, which can cause ice to puncture cells, vitrification cools the material extremely fast, turning it into a glass-like, solid state. This process uses high concentrations of cryoprotectants to protect the cells during cooling. When reheated, the material returns to a functional state with minimal damage. Vitrification is widely used in fertility treatments, preservation of genetic material, and cryobiology research to maintain biological integrity over time.