- **DIY DNA sequencing paths**: participants explored label-free single-molecule sequencing via exonuclease-nanopore detection, fluorescent nucleotide microfluidic chips, and maskless photolithography using off-the-shelf DLP projectors as low-cost UV sources for microfluidic device fabrication.

- **CNT “Spiderman” adhesive feasibility**: calculations showed ~4 cm² of carbon-nanotube dry adhesive (≈100 N cm⁻² shear strength) could suspend a 300 lb climber, while ~133 cm² would allow ceiling hanging; the remaining challenge is engineering reliable peel-release mechanisms for human-scale patches.

- **Real-time brain transcriptomic modulation**: speculative architecture proposed recording mRNA states during specific cognitive events via patch-clamp cytoplasmic aspiration, then re-inducing those states with RNAi or optogenetics; skepticism voiced over whether gene-expression changes directly map to subjective experience.

- **Third-generation sequencing papers**: graphene nanogap, cyclodextrin-enhanced nanopore, and hemolysin pore preprints were circulated, collectively pointing toward sub-$100 genome sequencing by eliminating fluorescent labeling and enzymatic steps.

- **Exotic energy storage brainstorming**: under-sea compressed-air bags anchored at 600 m depth yield ~25 MJ m⁻³ (after correcting initial 23 TJ m⁻³ mis-calculation); higher-density concepts—metallic hydrogen, metastable helium, nuclear isomers—were dismissed as impractical except for antimatter or fusion reactions.

- **Airborne wind power analysis**: TU-Delft “Laddermill” (10 kW from 10 m² kite) and Makani Power prototypes were compared; discussion centered on Dyneema vs. steel cables, storm avoidance, and scaling to GW kite farms feeding terrestrial grids.

- **Reverse DNA translocation paper**: a shared PDF detailed magnetic-tweezer control of DNA movement through solid-state nanopores, illustrating a method for precise, feedback-controlled single-molecule manipulation.

- **Solar-powered sea slugs**: New Scientist article highlighted Elysia chlorotica’s incorporation of algal chloroplast and nuclear genes, demonstrating functional horizontal gene transfer enabling photosynthesis in an animal.

- **Transgenic sheep gene targeting**: reference to wool-follicle-specific expression work showcased early tissue-specific genetic engineering in livestock, relevant to open-source agricultural biotechnology.

- **Shared workspace plans**: brief mention of “the fabratory” contingent on reliable internet, indicating ongoing efforts to establish a collaborative bio/maker lab for open-source transhumanist research.