Abstract: An apparatus for cryostorage and manipulation of a plurality of container units includes a cryochamber having a cryo-access port. The cryochamber is electrically cooled at cryogenic temperatures. A unit holder is located inside the cryochamber and is configured to hold a plurality of container units. A user access area is provided for selectively permitting access to a chosen container unit by an authenticated user who has been authenticated by the apparatus. A motive grasper is provided for selectively removing the chosen container unit from the cryochamber through the cryo-access port, and selectively placing the chosen container unit into the user access area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for using an Axs gene and related mutants, as well as the proteins or amino acid sequences expressed therefrom. The present invention includes methods for predicting meiotic nondisjunction using an Axs mutant, as well as methods for destroying defective oocytes, using either an Axs mutant or an Axs gene. The present invention pertains to methods for selecting wild-type gametes in individuals with chromosomally based pathologies through the use of the Axs, and Axs related nucleic acid sequences and the proteins therefrom.