# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Log (May 25, 2011)

• Egyptian pyramids were discussed in relation to new infrared spectroscopy techniques being used to discover hidden structures, as reported by BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-13522957).

• A preview of Humanity+'s upcoming fundraising campaign was shared (http://demo.helldesign.net/humanity/html/), indicating organizational developments in the transhumanist movement.

• Discussion of Marcus Wohlsen's "Biopunk" book continued to generate media coverage, with links shared to articles on NPR, Good Magazine, and Discover Magazine that explored DIY biology and biohacking.

• A Discover Magazine blog post was highlighted for its comparison between DIY biology and the open source software movement, noting that while the base of biology "tinkerers" will be larger than traditional institutions, it won't include the majority of the public.

• Peter Thiel's fellowship program for young innovators was mentioned, with a link to a Fast Company article about his selection of promising young technologists (http://www.fastcompany.com/1755089/legendary-investor-peter-thiel-names-dream-team-of-whiz-kids).

• Anders Sandberg's "Many Anders Theory" visualization was shared (http://www.aleph.se/andart/archives/images/220745_188135257900193_188125001234552_433244_727090_o.html), likely related to his work on transhumanist philosophy or futurism.