Barb, that is some very useful information. I was pondering how or if they could change the procedure, and came up with this: If there were more money available, more research could be done. (DUH!!!) I heard something about a 39 billion budget surplus, or maybe it was more, what can we do to get it dedicated for more research grants rather than more statues for pigeons to decorate? Also, I wonder if some of the money used to investigate the president's private life, could be redirected to this worthy cause? I know I may hear from some stautue lovers and Clinton haters, but I really think health research should be top priority, or at least equal to national security. [log in to unmask]