Vitrification needs much more work than simply proof that it works.
Nanotech Meets Biochemistry discusses some recent work in nanotechnology which uses biochemistry as a major tool. For instance, it creates proteins of electrical use by creating ones that react with GaAs. At Least Two Ways to LTP or LTD describes research which proves just that, proving the existence of a new method using only AMP receptors. Ischemia, Hypoxia, Understanding and Treatment tells of several papers on this subject. They emphasize understanding more than treatment, but understanding does lead to better treatments.