# Key Points from IRC Log

• Mokstar experimented with TENS electrodes by cutting and sewing them to match circular cosmetic sponges, testing them with approximately 2% saline solution and measuring resistance of about 20kOhm.

• Kanzure shared information about Transcriptics (Max Hodak's startup) building an open source taq vector for Open Biotech, noting the significant challenges in navigating IP issues in the life sciences industry.

• A discussion about professional athlete doping referenced an article explaining that top athletes often keep private doctors on retainer to manage their doping regimens, potentially costing over $100k/year.

• A magnetic stirrer with cartoon design was shared (http://www.aliexpress.com/item/MS-1A-CARTOON-MAGNETIC-STIRRER/543949967.html), prompting questions about its intended market.

• The conversation touched on the Adapteva and Kalray computing architectures, with a question about the differences in their technical approaches.