New study tests soda lime to buy time in avalanche burials

NCT ID NCT06895759

First seen Mar 23, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study tested whether a material called soda lime can remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air when someone breathes into a snow air pocket, like during an avalanche burial. 22 healthy volunteers breathed into a simulated snow air pocket with and without the CO2 absorber. The goal was to see if removing CO2 could delay dangerous drops in oxygen and buy more time for rescue.

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Locations

  • terraXCube

    Bolzano, Italy/BZ, 39100, Italy

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