X-Message-Number: 8273 From: Date: Sun, 1 Jun 1997 18:45:33 -0400 (EDT) Subject: Re: CryoNet #8263 - #8268 Excuse my ignorance but I am new to this and I have some questions. 1} Why is it necessary to freeze the body at that temperature? 2}Aren't there certain surgical procedures where they greatly reduce the body temperature to lower heart rate, etc? 3} Are there studies done or presently being done to use some form of cryonics for space travel? 4} Let's say a person has a disease that the medical profession will more than likely have effective treatment for in 5-10 years. Isn't it possible to modify cryonic procedure for the short term? Thanks- Melodie Rate This Message: http://www.cryonet.org/cgi-bin/rate.cgi?msg=8273