# Key Points from IRC Log

• Researchers discussed a paper on generating functional mammary glands from single stem cells, exploring possibilities for engineering cow genetics to produce customized milk compositions through transcriptome analysis and gene set swapping between species.

• A conversation about COX-2 inhibitors highlighted the distinction between common non-specific COX inhibitors (like ibuprofen) and newer generation drugs that specifically target COX-2 to avoid stomach lining damage.

• Commercial animal cloning services from companies like ViaGen and TransOva were discussed, noting these services can produce genetically identical animals from small tissue samples for livestock preservation.

• OpenCascade SAS announced plans to release their next OCCT (Open CASCADE Technology) version under the LGPL license, marking a significant shift toward more open licensing for this 3D modeling software.

• A potential security innovation was proposed involving software that could proactively detect CryptoLocker ransomware and capture its AES encryption keys before files are compromised.

• Library Genesis (LibGen) launched a fundraising campaign with modest infrastructure goals, seeking approximately $2,000 for seedbox hosting and server upgrades including an OCZ RevoDrive, accepting multiple payment methods including Bitcoin.

• Concerns were raised about potential negative interactions between THC and eye health, particularly regarding retinal detachment, contradicting popular claims about cannabis benefits for glaucoma.