# Pig kidneys frozen for a year revived, a step toward organ banking

Researchers thawed pig kidneys that had been cryopreserved for a year and restored their function, according to MIT Technology Review. The advance suggests organs could one day be stored long-term rather than used within hours, potentially easing transplant shortages. It remains early-stage work in animals and is not yet ready for human patients.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [MIT Tech Review](https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/10/15/1146091/pig-kidneys-that-were-frozen-for-a-year-have-been-brought-back-to-life/) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:43:24 +0000