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Freezing to (not) death: cryonics and the quest for immortality (with Max Marty)
Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg
The Complexity of Cryonics and Ethical Boundaries
Gamma rays continuously bombard the Earth, contributing to the degradation of biological systems over time. The timeline for reversing the effects of death through cryonics is more likely measured in decades or centuries, rather than the pessimistic view of 10,000 years. Significant damage occurs immediately after death, leading to brain degeneration once the heart stops. This raises ethical and legal dilemmas regarding the potential for freezing individuals just prior to death, potentially crossing into assisted suicide territory. Complexities arise particularly in scenarios involving patients with neurodegenerative diseases, as these individuals experience prolonged suffering leading to ethical questions about their options for cryonics.
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