From: stewarts@ix.netcom.com
Date: Thu, 20 Nov 1997 11:27:45 +0800
To: Robert Hettinga <cypherpunks@cyberpass.net
Subject: Re: Invasive interface
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At 01:42 PM 11/18/1997 -0500, Robert Hettinga wrote:
>On a somewhat related issue Eduardo Kac from the Chicago Art Institute
>last week sucessfully implanted a microchip under his skin.  This is
>much more of a "dumb" chip as it simply can report back an ID number
>when queried and doesn't really have any sensing or processing.
>However, it is notable because it was done by a non-medical individual
>on his own accord and at least shows that implants are becoming a more
>accessable to the common person. 

It's not tough - you can get implants for your cat or dog for ~$25.
They're installed by a vet, but it's a simple subcutaneous injection,
so all they need to do is disinfect the site, pinch some skin,
and inject it carefully, (and try to keep from getting bitten.)
No different for injecting in into a human, except the government 
wants you to have their permission to practice medicine,
and you may not need to worry about getting bitten.

				Thanks! 
					Bill
Bill Stewart, stewarts@ix.netcom.com
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