CultureAugust 11, 2026

lyophilization

ly-oh-fil-ih-ZAY-shun

Definition

A precise industrial process of freeze-drying biological materials by freezing them and then removing the water content through sublimation under a vacuum to preserve their viability.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'lyo' (dissolve) and 'philo' (loving), combined with the suffix '-ization', describing a process that allows a substance to be 'dissolved-loving' or easily reconstituted after being dried.

In the news

In this article, lyophilization is identified as the critical technology used to stabilize microbial and cellular cultures, ensuring their long-term shelf life and efficacy for use in various industrial, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic applications.

Freeze-Dried Cultures Market Forecast to 2035: Growth Accelerates on Bio-Electronics Demand - News and Statistics

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