# Key Points from IRC Discussion

• Kanzure shared papers on nutrition modeling, highlighting the need for better computational models that integrate knowledge of molecular metabolism, pathways, vitamins, and homeostasis, noting that most current models only represent a few homeostatic processes simultaneously.

• The group discussed file format conversion tools for molecular and 3D modeling, including pdb2pov (for converting Protein Data Bank files to POV-Ray format) and related tools like stl2pov.py, pov2png.py, iges2stl.py, and iges2png.py.

• A "Build A Genome" document was shared (http://www.biohackers.la/BuildAGenome.pdf), indicating discussion of synthetic biology or genome engineering projects.

• The status of the "lego" package for SKDB (skill database) was discussed, noting it had been moved from the main repository, complicating access to this demonstration of press-fit construction processes.

• Participants expressed disappointment about the lack of concrete progress in nanotechnology, specifically mentioning deficiencies in software, hardware plans, and probe tips despite Drexler's pioneering work.

• Modern Meadow, a company working on meat printing technology, was mentioned in relation to their CEO's Reddit AMA, showing interest in cellular agriculture and bioprinting.

• An article about Freescale's tiny, ingestible ARM chip was shared, indicating interest in miniaturized electronics for biomedical applications.