# Summary of IRC Log Discussion

* A user mentioned micro-hybrid rockets that use nitrous oxide + PVC as fuel source, highlighting an interest in DIY propulsion technologies.

* Discussion of DIYbio regulations in Europe, with users noting confusion about claims that genetic modification is not possible due to European regulations while simultaneously listing genetic engineering as a common activity.

* Users discussed the London-based DIYbio community at MadLab, noting they appear active despite infrequent blog updates, with a focus on public outreach.

* A developer shared work on "nanoengineer" software, specifically a branch that disables graphics libraries to make the program run on modern Linux with Python 2.6, demonstrating ongoing work on molecular engineering tools.

* A user mentioned an upcoming opportunity to meet George Church at Genspace, with subsequent discussion about Church's involvement with numerous biotech companies.

* Detailed discussion about pharmaceutical development costs, with references to studies claiming $800 million to $1.7 billion per drug, and speculation about "guerrilla pharma" approaches that might reduce costs by bypassing regulatory requirements.

* Users discussed the cost differences between GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and "quasi-GMP" production, noting that GMP costs approximately 5-10 times more than 99% safe production methods.