ENHANCED CRYOPRESERVATION WITH THERMAL HYSTERESIS PEPTIDE

摘要

A composition is provided for enhancing survival of biological materials during freezing and thawing. The composition includes at least one cryoprotectant and a thermal hysteresis peptide in an amount effective for enhancing the viability of the biological material. A method of enhancing survival of biological materials during freezing and thawing is also provided. A method for preserving the functional integrity of membrane enclosed of bound material during freeze-drying is also provided.