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7th Alcor Conference at the Scottsdale Hilton

April 13, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

The 7th Alcor Conference, from October 5-7, 2007, will be held at the Scottsdale Hilton. Early bird registration will open in a few weeks.
An exciting array of speakers have been confirmed, including:
– Steve Bridge
– Aubrey de Grey, Ph.D.
– Steven Harris, M.D.
– Chris Heward, Ph.D.
– Calvin Mercer, Ph.D.
– Ralph Merkle, Ph.D.
– Christine Peterson
– Michael West, Ph.D.
– Brian Wowk, Ph.D.
Read about their talks here. And watch for upcoming registration announcements.

Cryonics Magazine Volume 28:1

April 12, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

This current issue contains highlights of the 2006 Alcor Conference. The 6th Alcor conference has been called “the best cryonics conference” by Stephen Bridge, former Alcor president. The conference brought together many old friends, as well as an assortment of new faces. If you have not received a copy of this magazine and would like to read a condensed commentary of the presentations, please email your postal mailing information to

Alcor 2006 Conference DVD Set

April 12, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

For a limited time, pre-order the 2006 Alcor Conference DVD set at 25% off regular price. Your DVD set includes these conference presentations: Brian Wowk, PhD: The Cryobiological Basis of Cryonics Ralph Merkle, PhD: Nanotechnology and Cryonics Robert A. Freitas Jr., JD: Nanomedicine: The Path Forward Aubrey de Grey, PhD: SENS: A Precursor to Cryonics Revival Cryonics Public Policy Panel … And More! Plus, candid interviews of conference attendees and a guided tour of the Alcor facility. Order the 2006 Conference DVD Set.

Board of Directors Meeting

April 4, 2007/in News & Events /by alcor

There will be a Board of Directors meeting for April this coming Saturday, April 7, at 11:00 am Arizona time. All are welcome to attend. The meeting usually takes one to two hours, and is followed by a buffet lunch.
Location:
Alcor Life Extension Foundation
7895 East Acoma Drive Suite 110
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Phone: (480) 905-1906

March Board Meeting Results

March 23, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

There was discussion of the following topics:
– The motion to approve a revised version of Alcor’s Bylaws was unanimously approved. The revised Bylaws are being signed by the Board Directors and will, thereafter, be posted to Alcor’s website. The revisions focused on minor typographical errors and other non-substantive changes.
– One membership issue heard at the February 3, 2007 was resolved.
– Jennifer Chapman’s title was changed to “Chief Administrative Officer”.

2006-2007 Matching Grant a Success

March 14, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

With the help of just 48 Alcor members and supporters, the 2006-2007 Matching Grant for Fracture Free Research & Development is a success. These donations – totaling $29, 321 – will be matched by an additional $25,000 from our anonymous donor, bringing the grand total to $54,321. Contributions will be used to understand and seek ways to prevent damaging fractures in our cryonics patients.

Many donors requested privacy, so we are publicly thanking only those who have given us permission to do so:
Linda Abrams
Jimmy Adams
Kevin Brown
Sophia De Goes
Scott Dickey
James Durkin
Jeff Erdel
Reinhold Ferster
Bob Ford
Neil Freer
Graham Hipkiss
Westly Hoffman
Roy Hollis
William Kao
Michael Kelly
Richard Kritzer
Thomas Meyer
Gerald Nelson
Robert Poole
Andrew Popper
Charles Reddeck
Mirelle Rosca
Martine Rothblatt
Thomas Shapard
Garret Smyth
Robert Steiner
Samuel Thompson
Terence Ward
Daniel & Barbara Witt

Alcor In the News

March 6, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

Alcor was recently featured on the NBC Arizona nightly news. The program can be watched here. The website also allows the opportunity for comments.

Job Opening at Alcor

February 21, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

We have an immediate job opening for a research scientist. The candidate will be working in Alcor’s R&D lab, assisting in research on cerebral ischemia, cardiopulmonary bypass, hypothermia, and cryobiology. The candidate will also assist in human cryopreservations and related tasks.

Requirements include a graduate degree and experience in biology, biochemistry, or other medical science. Candidates must have a publication history.

Preference is given to candidates who demonstrate a familiarity with cryonics and human cryopreservation.

Alcor Life Extension Foundation is a 501c3 educational and research foundation, conducting research in cryonics and human cryopreservation. More about Alcor and cryonics can be learned at Alcor’s web site www.alcor.org. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401k. Applicants should email their CV to .

35th Anniversary of the Alcor Foundation

February 19, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

Friday, February 23rd is Alcor’s 35th anniversary. Also of note is Alcor’s move from Riverside, CA, to Scottsdale, AZ, 13 years ago this Wednesday, February 21st. The Alcor patients were relocated using flatbed trucks.

Local NBC news features Alcor

February 19, 2007/in Announcements /by alcor

Alcor was recently visited by reporters from a local Arizona news program (NBC, Channel 12), who interviewed Tanya Jones. The spot about Alcor is expected to focus on wealth preservation trusts. You can watch the two-part program on the 10 pm news on Wednesday, February 21 and Thursday, February 22.