Cryobiology (also known as Hibernation Biology, Biology, Hibernation): The study of biological materials or systems subjected to temperatures below their normal range.

NIH MeSH · D000073920Disciplines and Occupations

Cryobiology

Also known asHibernation Biology · Biology, Hibernation · Hibernation Biologies · Low Temperature Biology · Biologies, Low Temperature · Biology, Low Temperature · Low Temperature Biologies · Temperature Biologies, Low · Temperature Biology, Low

Definition

The study of biological materials or systems subjected to temperatures below their normal range.

MeSH classification

  • H01.158.273.195

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Common questions about Cryobiology

What does Cryobiology mean in medicine?
The study of biological materials or systems subjected to temperatures below their normal range. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Cryobiology known by any other names?
Yes. Cryobiology is also referred to as Hibernation Biology, Biology, Hibernation, Hibernation Biologies, Low Temperature Biology in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Cryobiology sit in the medical classification?
Cryobiology falls under the broader medical category "Disciplines and Occupations" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: H01.158.273.195). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
Where can I get a plain-language explanation of Cryobiology?
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000073920) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗