Marlys Houck
Curator of the San Diego Frozen Zoo overseeing one of the world's largest repositories of living animal cells and tissues used for conservation, research and species recovery.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 29min
Frozen frogs, tissues and cells — the health and environmental benefits of keeping it chill
Join Ken Storey, a cryobiology expert, Saffron Bryant, a physics lecturer, Marlys Houck, curator of San Diego's Frozen Zoo, and Justine O’Brien, a conservation science manager, as they explore the fascinating world of frozen frogs and their potential for preserving human organs. Discover how wood frogs survive freezing through unique metabolic adaptations and how these insights could revolutionize organ preservation. The discussion also covers biodiversity conservation, the Frozen Zoo's role in saving species, and innovative cryopreservation techniques for corals.
Oct 24, 2024 • 29min
Frozen frogs, tissues and cells — the health and environmental benefits of keeping it chill
Join Ken Storey, a Biology Professor, alongside experts Saffron Bryant, Marlys Houck, and Justine O’Brien as they dive into the astonishing world of cryopreservation. Discover how the incredible wood frog’s ability to freeze and survive inspires advancements in organ preservation. They discuss the Frozen Zoo’s role in conserving genetic diversity across species and the unique challenges of preserving different animal cells. Plus, explore the promising potential of biobanks in restoring coral ecosystems and safeguarding biodiversity for the future.
