# Summary of #hplusroadmap IRC Log (July 31, 2011)

* A link was shared to an archive.org resource titled "Python For Brain Mining: Neuroscience With State Of The Art Tools," suggesting interest in computational approaches to neuroscience research.

* Foxconn's plan to replace human workers with robots was discussed, with participants noting the company planned to deploy 1 million robots over 3 years, though some questioned the effectiveness of humanoid robot designs compared to purpose-built manufacturing tools.

* A genetic discovery was mentioned regarding the "elephant man gene" (AKT1), which appears to be related to a condition causing disproportionate growth of body parts, as evidenced by a shared image of a person with the condition.

* The SoCal DIYbio group was reported to be starting a phage accelerated continuous evolution project, indicating grassroots interest in advanced biotechnology techniques.

* Participants discussed promotional materials for the game "Deus Ex: Human Revolution," which explores transhumanist themes including human augmentation and a fictional drug called "Neuropozyne."

* A participant shared Google Trends data showing unusual patterns in searches related to poverty, though the specific insight or conclusion wasn't elaborated upon.