Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Phase Transitions: Sublimation and Deposition02:33

Phase Transitions: Sublimation and Deposition

17.3K
Some solids can transition directly into the gaseous state, bypassing the liquid state, via a process known as sublimation. At room temperature and standard pressure, a piece of dry ice (solid CO2) sublimes, appearing to gradually disappear without ever forming any liquid. Snow and ice sublimate at temperatures below the melting point of water, a slow process that may be accelerated by winds and the reduced atmospheric pressures at high altitudes. When solid iodine is warmed, the solid sublimes...
17.3K
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management01:22

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management

26
Airway management is a key skill in emergency and critical care settings, as maintaining a clear airway is essential for adequate oxygenation and ventilation.Head Tilt-Chin Lift TechniqueThe head tilt-chin lift maneuver is an essential technique primarily used in patients without suspected cervical spine injuries. To perform this maneuver, one hand is placed on the patient’s forehead, and gentle pressure is applied backward to tilt the head. The fingertips of the other hand are positioned...
26
Inhalational Anesthetics: Overview01:20

Inhalational Anesthetics: Overview

362
Inhalation anesthetics are drugs that induce general anesthesia upon inhalation. They work by increasing the sensitivity of GABAA receptors or inhibiting NMDA receptors, leading to a decrease in central nervous system activity. The depth of anesthesia can be rapidly adjusted by changing the concentration of the inhaled gas. Some common examples of inhalational anesthetics include volatile liquids like isoflurane, desflurane, sevoflurane and gases like xenon and nitrous oxide. Isoflurane, a...
362
Acute Respiratory Failure-III01:30

Acute Respiratory Failure-III

237
Hypercapnic respiratory failure, also known as Type 2 or ventilatory respiratory failure, is a severe condition characterized by the body's inability to effectively remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the bloodstream. It leads to an arterial CO2 pressure (PaCO2) exceeding 45 mmHg and a blood pH above 7.35. This situation indicates that the body's ventilatory demand, or the ventilation needed to maintain normal PaCO2 levels, surpasses its supply or the maximum gas flow achievable without...
237
Hypoxia01:23

Hypoxia

1.1K
Hypoxia is a medical condition characterized by an inadequate oxygen supply to body tissues. It typically manifests as a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucosae, especially in fair-skinned individuals, when hemoglobin (Hb) saturation drops below 75%.
Types of Hypoxia
There are four primary types of hypoxia, each resulting from a different cause:
1. Anemic hypoxia: This type occurs due to insufficient oxygen delivery caused by a lack of red blood cells (RBCs) or RBCs with abnormal or...
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

An atlas of microtubule lattice parameters regulated through ligand binding to the microtubule-stabilizing sites.

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America·2026
Same author

Optimized Biomimetic Syntheses of Discorhabdin B and Aleutianamine Drives a Deeper Exploration of Their Anticancer Potential.

Journal of the American Chemical Society·2026
Same author

Synthesis of Differentially Halogenated Lissoclimide Analogues To Probe Ribosome E-Site Binding.

ACS chemical biology·2025
Same author

A Divergent Synthesis of Numerous Pyrroloiminoquinone Alkaloids Identifies Promising Antiprotozoal Agents.

Journal of the American Chemical Society·2024
Same author

A kalihinol analog disrupts apicoplast function and vesicular trafficking in <i>P. falciparum</i> malaria.

Science (New York, N.Y.)·2024
Same author

Synthesis of a Complex Brasilicardin Analogue Utilizing a Cobalt-Catalyzed MHAT-Induced Radical Bicyclization Reaction.

Organic letters·2023

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 29, 2025

Achieving Moderate Pressures in Sealed Vessels Using Dry Ice As a Solid CO2 Source
06:26

Achieving Moderate Pressures in Sealed Vessels Using Dry Ice As a Solid CO2 Source

Published on: August 17, 2018

10.0K

Lessons Learned: Asphyxiation Hazard Associated with Dry Ice.

Bonnie J Park1, Christopher D Vanderwal1,2

  • 1Department of Chemistry, 1102 Natural Sciences II, University of California, Irvine, California 92697-2025, United States.

Journal of Chemical Health & Safety
|May 26, 2023
PubMed
Summary

A graduate student lost consciousness retrieving dry ice due to asphyxiation risk. This case highlights crucial safety protocols for handling large quantities of dry ice in research settings.

More Related Videos

Creating Defined Gaseous Environments to Study the Effects of Hypoxia on C. elegans
11:07

Creating Defined Gaseous Environments to Study the Effects of Hypoxia on C. elegans

Published on: July 20, 2012

12.1K
Do-It-Yourself Device for Recovery of Cryopreserved Samples Accidentally Dropped into Cryogenic Storage Tanks
05:47

Do-It-Yourself Device for Recovery of Cryopreserved Samples Accidentally Dropped into Cryogenic Storage Tanks

Published on: May 11, 2012

25.7K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 29, 2025

Achieving Moderate Pressures in Sealed Vessels Using Dry Ice As a Solid CO2 Source
06:26

Achieving Moderate Pressures in Sealed Vessels Using Dry Ice As a Solid CO2 Source

Published on: August 17, 2018

10.0K
Creating Defined Gaseous Environments to Study the Effects of Hypoxia on C. elegans
11:07

Creating Defined Gaseous Environments to Study the Effects of Hypoxia on C. elegans

Published on: July 20, 2012

12.1K
Do-It-Yourself Device for Recovery of Cryopreserved Samples Accidentally Dropped into Cryogenic Storage Tanks
05:47

Do-It-Yourself Device for Recovery of Cryopreserved Samples Accidentally Dropped into Cryogenic Storage Tanks

Published on: May 11, 2012

25.7K

Area of Science:

  • Chemistry
  • Occupational Safety

Background:

  • Dry ice (solid carbon dioxide) is a common coolant in chemistry research.
  • Improper handling can lead to hazardous conditions, including asphyxiation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a case study of a graduate student experiencing syncope while handling dry ice.
  • To emphasize the importance of safety measures during dry ice retrieval from deep containers.

Main Methods:

  • Case study analysis of an incident involving a graduate student researcher.
  • Review of safety protocols and potential hazards associated with dry ice.

Main Results:

  • A graduate student lost consciousness after retrieving 180 lbs of dry ice from a deep container.
  • The incident was attributed to potential asphyxiation from displaced air.

Conclusions:

  • Handling large quantities of dry ice requires stringent safety protocols.
  • Awareness of asphyxiation risks and proper ventilation are critical for safe dry ice use in laboratories.