# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Log (March 9, 2011)

* A discussion occurred about the economics of genome sequencing, with a user sharing a graph showing the rapidly falling cost of genome sequencing, and another user suggesting that eventually companies might pay individuals for their genetic data as a commodity.

* A user named Director_X sought advice on creating a vibration motor that could charge batteries through kinetic movement (similar to kinetic watches), but was informed by others that the concept was impractical due to insufficient voltage generation and energy harvesting limitations.

* Users discussed a significant U.S. patent system overhaul bill that passed in the Senate, which would change the system to reward the first inventor to file rather than the first to invent, with concerns raised that this would favor large companies with legal resources over smaller inventors.

* Several references were made to DNA-based computing and logic gates, particularly mentioning Erik Winfree's lab work on "enzyme-free nucleic acid logic circuits" and DNA-constructed 2D patterns of carbon nanotube circuits.

* Users shared and discussed resources related to microfluidic logic gates and timers, with one user requesting help retrieving a scholarly article on the topic.