From hurricanes and wildfires to grid failures and pandemics, the last decade has proven one thing: being prepared isn’t just bright—it’s necessary. The demand for emergency supplies has skyrocketed, ...

Decades after World War II, when freeze-drying was first used to preserve blood plasma, the technology would play another role in the lives of enlisted servicepeople. Albany-based Oregon Freeze Dry, ...

Freeze-drying (known as lyophilization) is used by professionals, including brands and chefs, to preserve food, making it easier to store and transport without impacting quality. But it is also ...