# Key Points from #hplusroadmap IRC Discussion

• Kanzure shared details about an upcoming "DIY Transhuman Tech" presentation for the H+ Summit, covering DIYbio, microfluidics, OpenEEG, open source hardware, patent law issues, and myostatin inhibitors for gene therapy, with the presentation later shared at designfiles.org.

• Chemical DNA synthesis was discussed in technical detail, specifically the phosphoramidite method, with participants sharing papers on a "syringe method for stepwise chemical synthesis of oligonucleotides."

• Participants proposed innovative transhuman biohacking concepts, including engineered gut bacteria that could produce vitamin C and other essential nutrients, and replacing oral flora to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

• Lab-on-a-chip technology was highlighted as a democratizing force for medical diagnostics, potentially making healthcare more accessible by enabling disease testing similar to pregnancy tests.

• Open-source hardware projects were extensively discussed, including Arduino variants, DIY AVR programmers (USBtinyISP), and compatibility issues for electronics projects, reflecting the community's focus on accessible technology development.

• EEG technology and biofeedback were examined, with participants noting the evolution from clinical applications to modern implementations that allow users to visualize their brain activity through real-time FFT analysis.

• Space technologies received attention, including JAXA's successful IKAROS solar sail deployment and detailed discussions of space tether technology with resources shared from selenianboondocks.com and tethers.com.