- A paper titled “An organic electronic biomimetic neuron enables auto-regulated neuromodulation” (link: http://turingbirds.com/temp/1-s2.0-S0956566315300610-main.pdf) was shared; participants noted the device is still crude but could evolve into a deep-brain-stimulation system that releases neurochemicals instead of electrical pulses.  
- Discussion turned to low-cost wall-plotting robots driven by stepper motors and a pen for creating large murals; the concept was compared to an oversized Etch A Sketch and seen as a straightforward DIY project.  
- Participants observed the absence of Jordan Miller, a key figure in open-source bioprinting, prompting questions about his current involvement in the community.  
- Routine channel chatter included greetings and status checks, with one member asking whether “Mike” had posted any updates, indicating ongoing coordination on an undisclosed project.