# Key Points from IRC Log (March 6, 2015)

* An Edge.org conversation between Yuval Noah Harari and Daniel Kahneman titled "Death is Optional" was shared, discussing transhumanist perspectives on mortality and technological advancement.

* A scientific paper titled "The habitable epoch of the early universe" was shared (arXiv:1312.0613v3), exploring potential conditions for life in the universe's early stages.

* Discussion of VR technology focused on the HTC Vive headset, which features dual 1200x1080 displays refreshing at 90fps and uses laser position sensors for tracking.

* A review paper on AMPA receptor trafficking was shared, relating to synaptic plasticity and neural mechanisms underlying learning and memory.

* A 3D printer called Sculptify was discussed, which uses pellets instead of filament, though its high cost ($3k) and weight (29kg) were noted as limitations.

* A browser extension called "Tabs Outliner" for Chrome was mentioned, which helps organize hierarchical tabs, though it was criticized for opening in a separate window rather than integrating with the main browser interface.

* A comment was made about planar microelectronics having advantages for radio applications, suggesting design considerations for electronic devices.