Sir Chris Bonington CBE

"To conquer Everest is one thing. To do it with enough scientific equipment to fill an operating theatre is just outstanding. I will be following every step and experiment with interest."

Sir Ranulph Fiennes Bt OBE

"Having attempted to summit Everest in 2005, I know how difficult the mountain can be, and having been treated by an Intensive Care Unit after my heart operation in 2003, I know how vital their work is.

To climb Everest and undertake medical research at the same time will be both challenging and worthwhile, so I fully support the efforts of the Xtreme Everest team and wish them every success"

Sir Ranulph Fiennes - 8th May 2006

Colonel John Blashford-Snell OBE DSc(Hon) FRSGS

Trevor Baylis OBE