Researchers from Üsküdar University and Istanbul University synthesized a new substance as a result of their studies.
This substance, which has antifreeze properties, prevents freezing up to minus 80 degrees. It was announced that the substance, which is non-toxic to living cells, can be used in cell freezing processes.
Üsküdar University Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Asst. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Belkıs Atasever Arslan, Istanbul University Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bahri Ülküseven and Faculty of Engineering, Department of Chemistry, Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Prof. Dr. Tülay Bal Demirci applied for the patent of their invention.
Assist. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Belkıs Atasever Arslan made statements about their invention: "As a result of our study, we found that this substance does not show toxic effects in healthy cells and can be used in freezing living cells.
Since this substance is non-toxic, it can be used in freezing living structures. In addition, since it prevents freezing at very low temperatures, it can also be used in motor vehicles, agriculture, cooling systems and devices that need to prevent freezing.
Good news for vehicle owners
Adding antifreeze to the vehicle engine is one of the most important maintenance that vehicle drivers pay the most attention to during the winter months. Driving without antifreeze causes rust in the engine and cracking of the cylinder block in winter. This situation can bring serious costs. Scientists have now filed a patent application for a new antifreeze substance that prevents freezing at very low temperatures in harsh winter conditions.