# Key Points from IRC Log

* Mokbortolan_ reported successfully getting a bodybugg/armband device working without a subscription, which relates to the DIY health tracking movement within the biohacking community.

* A discussion about transhumanism included debates on mechanical vs. organic enhancement, with one user expressing preference for biotechnology while others argued for combining organic and non-organic technologies for optimal human enhancement.

* Researchers organized a significant open access initiative with 8,200 scientists banding together to pressure scientific journals to provide open access to research, though some participants noted this number was relatively small compared to the total scientific community.

* The NumPy Foundation was highlighted as a worthy recipient for donations, with participants noting its importance to open science and computational research infrastructure.

* Brainbow imaging technology was discussed, with new images shared showing fluorescent protein labeling in mouse embryo tongue tissue and liver cells, demonstrating advanced visualization techniques for biological structures.

* Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) was mentioned as a brain enhancement technique, with a link to a discussion thread about connecting the brain to electrical stimulation.

* Ray Kurzweil's speaking fees were discussed, with participants noting he charges $35,000-$50,000 per hour for speaking engagements, allowing him to earn approximately $20,000 per week from these appearances.