CRYONICS

Contents

Editorial Board

Ralph Merkle, Ph.D.

Max More, Ph.D.

R. Michael Perry, Ph.D.

Editor

Aschwin de Wolf

Contributing Writers

Paul S. Beighley, MD

R. Michael Perry, Ph.D. Reason

Aschwin de Wolf

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3 External Review of Cryonics Organizations. What are the Options?

This article explores the importance of external review for cryonics providers and proposes various strategies for implementing such oversight. The author argues that given the high stakes involved in cryonics, including the preservation of human life and identity, external review is necessary to ensure that providers adhere to best practices and ethical standards.

8 Alcor A-2705 Case Report

This case report shows what kinds of outcomes are possible in almost ideal conditions, but also highlights some areas for further improvement.

20 Tissue Fixation: Preliminary Thoughts for a Proposed Experimental Study

Fixation of human brains might be of interest, both as a lower-cost alternative to expensive cryopreservation and in combination with cryopreservation to achieve a better result. We offer some preliminary thoughts on a series of anticipated experiments.

23 Evan Cooper: An Untold Story

Evan Cooper, the pioneering life extensionist whose contributions rank alongside those of Robert Ettinger, started life under another name in a wealthy household. Though we don’t know in full why he chose to distance himself from his relations and change his name, some interesting details have recently come to light.

27 Membership Statistics

How many members, associate members, and patients does Alcor have and where do they live?

29 Fight Aging!

Reports from the front line in the fight against aging.

46 Revival Update

Mike Perry surveys the news and research to report on new developments that bring us closer to the revival of cryonics patients.