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Old 11-19-2008, 04:06 AM
 
Location: Michigan
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Nov. 18, 2008 -- By crushing and shaving the sharp edges off tiny ice crystals, scientists in Chicago have created a slurry that can be pumped into veins, arteries and the lungs. The life-saving, Slurpee-like slurry rapidly cools the body from the inside out, giving doctors more time to treat patients while staving off harmful complications, saving lives.

A 'Slurpee' That Could Save Your Life: Discovery News
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Old 11-19-2008, 06:40 AM
 
Location: Some place very cold
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pretty cool.
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