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==List==
* [[Restless_Souls/Technology/Biosynthesizer|Biosynthesizer]]
* [[Restless_Souls/Technology/Daodan|Daodan-Chrysalis]]


==Daodan Chrysalis==
==Daodan Chrysalis==
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===Origin===
===Origin===
====Naming====
====Naming====
The Kanji of Daodan are not known. In the English version of the game the Kanji are never shown and in the Japanese version Katakana is used.
Interestingly Kerr speaks of the Daodan Chrysalis as if it is one unit.  
 
Unlike Kanji with their rich history and meaning to each symbole Katakana symbols give you only the pronunciation and hence "true meaning" and actual Kanji of "Daodan" remains open to interpretation.
:13_65_13 Kerr: "The Daodan Chrysalis. Your father believed that the only way to save the human race from the poisonous atmosphere was to change them so they could adapt to the new world."


In the community there are two different interpretations:
The community sometimes thinks of it as two different things. And while Daodan remained ''untranslated'' and ambiguous, the Chrysalis appeared to be ''clear enough''. As if there were two subsystems of different origin. Language-wise one part could be from an Chinese- or Japanese-speaking person (Hasegawa) and the other one from an English-speaking person (Kerr). But that's most probably overinterpretation. Sometimes words don't get translated because there is no good equivalent.
* one with rather ethical and political focus (geyser)
* one with rather philosophical and biological focus (Paradox-01)  


The word Daodan is always translated to Katakana symbols ダオダン whereas they give you a separation of da-o-da-n (in English more or less pronounced Day-o-den according to Iritscen). Daodan (and ダオダン in the Japanese [[Quotes/Speech#CHAPTER_01_._TRIAL_RUN|subtitles]]) can be found at 01_01_08, 02_09_02, 08_29_01, 13_65_13, 14_51_09
The word Daodan is always translated to Katakana symbols ダオダン. [[Quotes/Speech#CHAPTER_01_._TRIAL_RUN|subtitles]] can be found at 01_01_08, 02_09_02, 08_29_01, 13_65_13, 14_51_09


The Kanji of Daodan were not known: In the English version of the game the Kanji are never shown and in the Japanese version Katakana is used. Hence the "true meaning" Daodan remained open to interpretation - until Hardy LeBel re-appeared in the community after many years to answer some questions.


'''Interpretation with political and ethical focus:'''
From all existing interpretations RS incorporates basically two:
* The one with rather ethical and political focus by Hardy and geyser.
* The one with rather philosophical and biological focus by Paradox-01.


geyser: '''Dǎo dàn''' guǐ '''捣蛋'''鬼 is Chinese for "troublemaker", and dǎo dàn 捣蛋 means "to stir up trouble". Hasegawa may have coined the name "Daodan" in memory of his and Jamie's past as "troublemakers" (activists). The 捣蛋 part actually came [http://oni.bungie.org/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=52760#p52760 from Hardy].
'''Interpretation - or the "original intention" - with political and ethical focus'''


geyser/Hardy explicitly said "Chinese" because there are no Japanese examples of this word on the net but both language use Kanji. On the other hand Japanese not always give Kanji the same meaning as Chinese do, let alone compound nouns? So, the interpretation and use of 捣蛋鬼 is a stress because unproven. Let's check this. It turns out there is a Chinese wikipedia page for [[wp:zh:%E6%8D%A3%E8%9B%8B%E9%AC%BC|捣蛋鬼]]. It is actually not about "troublemaker" but a mythological being, a "trickster". When you follow the link to the Japanese version there is a Katakana writing for trickster トリックスター meaning there is no real Japanese equivalent. A trickster can be described as troublemaker but that does not describe the character in its wholeness and Konoko definitively doesn't look like she has "her situation" or the persons around her under control. The Daodan gives Konoko powers that potentially grant her control but by geyser's earlier words the Daodan also symbolize "[[Daodan#Efficience_and_loss_of_control|lose of control]]". So the whole 捣蛋鬼 interpretation begins to contradict itself.
[http://oni.bungie.org/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=52760#p52760 Hardy]: "The origin [of Daodan] is a Chinese word [捣蛋]. [https://www.linguee.com/chinese-english/translation/%E6%90%97%E8%9B%8B.html It means to cause or '''stir up trouble'''.]"


For what it is worth, besides the already forced-looking interpretation obviously geyser also wanted a connection between Oni (鬼, demon/monster/ghost/(bad) person, and game title) and Daodan.
From there it was a little step to "troublemaker" [捣蛋鬼]. However, under Hardy's watch Daodan and Oni somewhat broke apart into the Daodan Chrysalis and into the "demon" and "monster" theme.


Inside the story you can see how Hardy LeBel tried to translate Oni (Daodan hosts) with (figuratively) monster.
:07_26_06 Scientist: [...] You should have seen that '''monster [Barabas]''' that grabbed Shinatama!
:07_26_06 Scientist: [...] You should have seen that '''monster [Barabas]''' that grabbed Shinatama!
:13_65_34 Konoko: '''Muro and his men. They're monsters'''... What am I?
:13_65_34 Konoko: '''Muro and his men. They're monsters'''... What am I?
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:14_54_21 Konoko: Ashamed of myself? '''Griffin made me a monster''' when I was 07 years old [...]
:14_54_21 Konoko: Ashamed of myself? '''Griffin made me a monster''' when I was 07 years old [...]


After all Oni is a story about Konoko and the Daodan - of a troublemaker and an internal (and external) transformation - in equal shares.
The idea of a more stand-alone Oni [鬼] kind of degenerated. Actually Oni had multiple origins: Besides the above mentioned it took inspiration for characters, technologies (thermoptic camouflage) and the title from '''Ghost''' in the shell. The cyborg Konoko was later replaced by Daodan Konoko. Hardy's "monster" translation was of rather marginal importance and also the "Iron Demon" was cut from the final game version.<!-- Also, inconsistency? The word "monster" was also used for Griffin as immoral character.


However, monster was also used for immoral characters like Griffin.
:14_53_01 Konoko: [...] YOU lied to me, betrayed me. '''You [Griffin] are a monster.'''-->
:14_53_01 Konoko: [...] YOU lied to me, betrayed me. '''You [Griffin] are a monster.'''


In best case the Daodan itself can be seen as a trickster but not Konoko - at least not in Oni 1. Then again Konoko can be seen as an instrument/vehicle/host to the Daodan, a system disturbing technology. (A trickster inside a troublemaker. ''When you deal with Konoko the trouble is double.'')
geyser repaired Hardy's initial idea by gluing 捣蛋 and 鬼 back together. Both, Daodan hosts (system disturbing mutants) and the Hasegawas as activists can be considered as troublemakers (捣蛋鬼).


The ethical dimension is embedded in Hasegawa's initial motivation to find a cure for what killed Jamie. To find that cure Hasegawa needed to outwit WCG regulations and laws. The higher cause (Daodan) justified his civil disobedience. It just happened that Mukade corrupted Hasegawa for Project Sturmanderung.
Added value: The Chinese wikipedia translates [[wp:zh:%E6%8D%A3%E8%9B%8B%E9%AC%BC|捣蛋鬼]] not totally as "troublemaker" but as a mythological being, a "trickster". This is not the same, but close enough and gives rise to even further interpretation paths:
* Shinatama can be described as a trickster doll. This means Shina'''tama''' has not only inherited Mai's innocent '''soul''' but also her trickster attributes, making the SLD a troublemaker as well.
* As for Mai herself: She is not only a troublemaker but also a host for a system disturbing technology. A trickster inside a troublemaker. ''When you deal with Konoko the trouble is double.'' Or do you? After all Oni is a story about both: Konoko and the Daodan - of internal (body) and external (state) transformation - in equal shares. In the community Konoko's quest is mostly seen as a search for her own identity. So, after being a disruptive force Mai could decide to be a positive force by re-interpretating (or re-discovering) Hasegawa's old Daodan concept. She would leave 捣蛋 behind and adapt the idea of 道段. (That is the conciliation of the two interpretations.)


The ethical dimension is embedded in Hasegawa's '''initial motivation to find a cure''' for what killed Jamie. To find that cure Hasegawa needed to outwit/break WCG regulations and laws. The higher cause (Daodan) justified his civil disobedience. It might be that Mukade simply corrupted Hasegawa for Project Sturmanderung.


'''Interpretation with philosophical and biological focus:'''
'''Interpretation with philosophical and biological focus'''


Paradox-01: Daodan Chrysalis, 道段蛹
Paradox-01: Daodan Chrysalis, 道段蛹


Whereas 道 (Dao, "way (to better/re-newing/origin/natural order of things)" like in Bushi'''do''' or Aiki'''do''') and 段 (Dan, rank) adds to the philosophical dimension and 蛹 (Chrysalis) adds to the biological dimension. So Daodan Chrysalis is basically a symbiotic-seen alternation from within, from old to new (better).
道 (Dao), "way (to better/re-newing/origin/natural order of things)" like in Bushi'''do''' or Aiki'''do'''. Dao can cover rational and irrational things. For now I like to keep that as a backdoor to geyser's wish not to completely "demystify" the Daodan Chrysalis. It would reduce one's fascination for it.
 
段 (Dan), "rank". Dao and Dan describe the purpose and add to a philosophical dimension.
 
蛹 (Chrysalis), "pupa" adds to the biological dimension. So Daodan Chrysalis is basically a symbiotic-seen alternation from within, from old to new (better). -- The hyperevolved clone, the Imago as embodiment of Daodan (道段), is brought into place by a [[wp:Pupa|transformation supporting hull]], the Chrysalis (蛹).
 


'''There is only little of a hard consent between the interpretations'''


'''There is only little of a hard consent between the interpretations:'''
* The word Daodan is often used as a short form for Daodan Chrysalis.
* The word "Daodan" is simply a short form for "Daodan Chrysalis".
* The Daodan has some sort of own intelligence.
* The Daodan has some sort of own intelligence.
* The Daodan gives rise to something new based on the old.
* The Daodan gives rise to something new based on the old.




'''Soft consent:'''
'''Soft consent'''
 
* Hasegawa invented the Daodan to bring change to the current system. (Sturmanderung [sic!])
* Hasegawa invented the Daodan to bring change to the current system. (Sturmanderung [sic!])
* The Daodan has the power affect all systems: mind, body and state.
* The Daodan has the power affect all systems: mind, body and state.




'''Fruitful competition:'''
'''Fruitful competition'''
 
* While geyser and I often tend to agree little on things our fierce discussions (pit fights, figuratively) can sharpen our view for our own visions. And in the end it is even possible that different interpretations add together to a greater picture. It's like a symbiotic relationship - although painfully often it is not. But for Daodan story pieces I do think that we greatly complete each other.
* While geyser and I often tend to agree little on things our fierce discussions (pit fights, figuratively) can sharpen our view for our own visions. And in the end it is even possible that different interpretations add together to a greater picture. It's like a symbiotic relationship - although painfully often it is not. But for Daodan story pieces I do think that we greatly complete each other.




'''Food for thoughts:'''
'''Food for thoughts'''
 
* There could be some talk between Feng and Blake discussing the Kanji writing of Daodan, solving a possible "cultural confusion".
* There could be some talk between Feng and Blake discussing the Kanji writing of Daodan, solving a possible "cultural confusion".
* Despite Griffin's age he is still a very capable fighter and Konoko called him Monster in one scenarios so there is a little bit of a suspicion that also Griffin has a Daodan. This is a very improbable case but if so a Daodan might have been implanted just recently.
* Despite Griffin's age he is still a very capable fighter and Konoko called him Monster in one scenario so there is a little bit of a suspicion that also Griffin has a Daodan. This is a very improbable case but if so a Daodan might have been implanted just recently.
** Would it be possible for Hanna to implant a Daodan in Griffin without his knowing - so that he would experience the same difficulties like Mai - in an mixed act of revenge and education? Is Hanna making hints to drive Griffin crazy?
** Or maybe after the cataclysm: Would GATC give him a daodanized Spare? "Due to technical limitations we experimented with daodanized bioprints. The bodies most often died in the process because it took to long and caused too much stress. The Daodan cells helped in repairing all the micro damages and strengthened the fresh fragile bones that often lack the minimum concentration of minerals." [Is this a fully functioning Daodan?]
 
 
'''Conciliation'''
 
The different interpretations will be probably conciliated like this:
 
Muro fulfilled the fate of being a troublemaker. When Mai is told that she was also meant to disturb the WCG and was confronted with the consequences of Sturmanderung she said that she wants follow the path of 道段蛹 - becoming a positive force.


====BioCrisis====
====BioCrisis====
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In nature, the mycorrhiza accumulated mutations in an unpredicted way. Defeating their fail-safe measures, the mycorrhiza was able to spread uncontrollably. Over the following years, it influenced other organisms. This marked the beginning of the BioCrisis. Since then, reclamation teams have been fighting back the wilderness and the WCG is trying to hide their fatal errors from the public. Nobody wanted to take the blame.
In nature, the mycorrhiza accumulated mutations in an unpredicted way. Defeating their fail-safe measures, the mycorrhiza was able to spread uncontrollably. Over the following years, it influenced other organisms. This marked the beginning of the BioCrisis. Since then, reclamation teams have been fighting back the wilderness and the WCG is trying to hide their fatal errors from the public. Nobody wanted to take the blame.


Jamie and Prof. Hasegawa searched in the Wilderness Preserves for minimally-mutated mycorrhiza to prove that the problem was man-made. On their way into the wilderness, Jamie got infected by the fungus. It [http://phys.org/news/2016-08-single-celled-fungi-alien-like-fusing-cells.html liquefied] her leg tissue. The CDC believed that it was caused by a virus because these symptoms reminded them of Ebola. Hasegawa later collected tissue samples of Jamie and the fungus in the quarantine zone. He realized that he would need better security measures for the Daodan Chrysalis to [[#Contamination_of_the_ecosystem|avoid endangering the environment]].
Jamie and Prof. Hasegawa searched in the Wilderness Preserves for minimally-mutated mycorrhiza to prove that the problem was man-made. On their way into the wilderness, Jamie got infected by the fungus. It [https://phys.org/news/2016-08-single-celled-fungi-alien-like-fusing-cells.html liquefied] her leg tissue. The CDC believed that it was caused by a virus because these symptoms reminded them of Ebola. Hasegawa later collected tissue samples of Jamie and the fungus in the quarantine zone. He realized that he would need better security measures for the Daodan Chrysalis to [[#Contamination_of_the_ecosystem|avoid endangering the environment]].


====Anonymous diary entry====
====Anonymous diary entry====
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The decontamination process is dangerous because all non-animal lifeforms are devoured. If the mycorrhiza or its dangerous DNA strains escape from the defined area, too many lifeforms on the planet would get eradicated. And what could we eat if there’s nothing left but these mycorrhiza?
The decontamination process is dangerous because all non-animal lifeforms are devoured. If the mycorrhiza or its dangerous DNA strains escape from the defined area, too many lifeforms on the planet would get eradicated. And what could we eat if there’s nothing left but these mycorrhiza?


On the one hand, the mycorrhiza organisms require fertilizers with [http://phys.org/news/2015-06-scientists-molecular-key-potential-gmos.html artificial amino acids]. When the plants and fungi can't consume more of these components, they stop growing. Eventually, a low enough concentration triggers cell death, whereby all the genetic information in dissolved as the final reaction, only leaving the hard shells with radioactive material behind.
On the one hand, the mycorrhiza organisms require fertilizers with [https://phys.org/news/2015-06-scientists-molecular-key-potential-gmos.html artificial amino acids]. When the plants and fungi can't consume more of these components, they stop growing. Eventually, a low enough concentration triggers cell death, whereby all the genetic information in dissolved as the final reaction, only leaving the hard shells with radioactive material behind.


Also, each mycorrhiza partner produces needed components for the other. They can only grow with the other partner around.
Also, each mycorrhiza partner produces needed components for the other. They can only grow with the other partner around.
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What led to the catastrophe was horizontal gene transfers with secondary symbionts that occurred naturally.
What led to the catastrophe was horizontal gene transfers with secondary symbionts that occurred naturally.


Either the fungi directly exchanged genetic material, or bacteria acted as a carrier between the primary, artificially-created fungi and the secondary, natural-occurring fungi.
Either the fungi directly exchanged genetic material, or bacteria acted as a carrier between the primary, artificially-created fungi and the secondary, natural-occurring fungi. Additionally it is possible that gene transfer between the bacteria was [https://phys.org/news/2022-11-archaea-integrons-cross-domain-gene.html mediated by archaea]. These now known numbers of uncertainties underlines that the field testing shouldn't have been pushed.


In the new fungal hosts, the decontamination codes had enough time to experience mutations which replaced the artificial amino acids. The mutation rate was quite high due to the radioactivity of the test sites.
In the new fungal hosts, the decontamination codes had enough time to experience mutations which replaced the artificial amino acids. The mutation rate was quite high due to the radioactivity of the test sites.
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{| class="wikitable" style="background-color: #CCCCCC"
| '''[[Talk:Hasegawa#Don.27t_know_where_to_put_this_in...|GRAD STUDENT DIES]]'''
| '''[[Talk:Hasegawa#Newspaper article reconstruction|GRAD STUDENT DIES]]'''


'''MURDER OR MERCY ?'''
'''MURDER OR MERCY ?'''
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: The European [[wp:Blue_Brain_Project|Blue Brain Project]] as well as the American [[wp:BRAIN_Initiative|BRAIN Initiative]] failed.
: The European [[wp:Blue_Brain_Project|Blue Brain Project]] as well as the American [[wp:BRAIN_Initiative|BRAIN Initiative]] failed.


: The Blue Brain Project ignored glial cells and similar supporting elements. The BRAIN Initiative [http://www.nature.com/news/neuroscience-map-the-other-brain-1.13654 did better] but still had no real neuronal input and no information from cells that measured the concentration of oxygen, sugar, etc.
: The Blue Brain Project ignored glial cells and similar supporting elements. The BRAIN Initiative [https://web.archive.org/web/20201111233932/http://www.nature.com/news/neuroscience-map-the-other-brain-1.13654 did better] but still had no real neuronal input and no information from cells that measured the concentration of oxygen, sugar, etc.


: And there are a lot of [[wp:Autonomic_nervous_system#Sensory_neurons|neurons in the human body]]. So it became more and more clear that restricting an intelligence to just certain brain cells was far from satisfactory.
: And there are a lot of [[wp:Autonomic_nervous_system#Sensory_neurons|neurons in the human body]]. So it became more and more clear that restricting an intelligence to just certain brain cells was far from satisfactory.


'''Notes on Blue Brain Project needs an update: ''' https://youtu.be/a1XcY-xAvos?t=5m14s
'''Notes on Blue Brain Project needs an update: ''' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1XcY-xAvos&t=314s


: After they had a full body simulation up and running, the next step was to educate the AI and let it control a body in the physical world.
: After they had a full body simulation up and running, the next step was to educate the AI and let it control a body in the physical world.
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[[Image:data_of_Cern_grid_2013.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Cern's grid in 2013 with 42GiB/s. It's like transferring almost 10 full, single layer DVDs per second.]]
[[Image:data_of_Cern_grid_2013.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Cern's grid in 2013 with 42GiB/s. It's like transferring almost 10 full, single layer DVDs per second.]]


Pensatore: "That's not unusual; the bigger a machine gets, the longer you spend maintaining and upgrading it. [http://phys.org/news/2014-07-large-hadron-collider.html Our colleges at CERN] can tell you a thing or two about it. The difficulty with AVATARA is splitting simulations across multiple, geographically distant clusters and having it run reliably. Before AVATARA's official restart, there will be tests to ensure everything will be alright. This includes AVATARA's new autonomy protocols. We will pretend there are complications that require running more tests. These will be your actual Daodan simulation. This way you will get about one month's computing time. No more, so you better use your time wisely."
Pensatore: "That's not unusual; the bigger a machine gets, the longer you spend maintaining and upgrading it. [https://phys.org/news/2014-07-large-hadron-collider.html Our colleges at CERN] can tell you a thing or two about it. The difficulty with AVATARA is splitting simulations across multiple, geographically distant clusters and having it run reliably. Before AVATARA's official restart, there will be tests to ensure everything will be alright. This includes AVATARA's new autonomy protocols. We will pretend there are complications that require running more tests. These will be your actual Daodan simulation. This way you will get about one month's computing time. No more, so you better use your time wisely."


:Hasegawa: "I don't understand why you mentioned the AI's autonomy protocols."
:Hasegawa: "I don't understand why you mentioned the AI's autonomy protocols."
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: In case of the Network, they don't steal and sell jewelry, but prohibited technology.
: In case of the Network, they don't steal and sell jewelry, but prohibited technology.


: In order to allow secure communication among the groups, the Network built powerful servers all over the world. The TITAN servers provided very strong encryption. At same time, they were wired to the [[wp:Tor_(anonymity_network)|Tor network]] to keep things anonymous.
: In order to allow secure communication among the groups, the Network built powerful servers all over the world. The TITAN servers provided very strong encryption. At same time, they were wired to the [[wp:Tor (network)|Tor network]] to keep things anonymous.


: With increasing computing power, reverse engineering fit nicely into their business strategy.
: With increasing computing power, reverse engineering fit nicely into their business strategy.
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: Though the big money was to be found in the military sector. With BGI, another financial pillar was established.
: Though the big money was to be found in the military sector. With BGI, another financial pillar was established.


: Police investigations were slowed down and some stopped completely by cyber attacks. At first, files were deleted, then, to avoid early detection, backup files were not deleted but encrypted by ransomware. In critical cases the Network sent agents to attack [http://phys.org/news/2014-10-leak-sensitive-isolated-air-gap-mobile.html air-gap secured] targets. Mukade and his men were very successful and soon became their first choice. Often they didn't execute these mission themselves. Smartphones of police officers and criminals alike became modified to steal and transmit passwords after the carrier has left the facility again.
: Police investigations were slowed down and some stopped completely by cyber attacks. At first, files were deleted, then, to avoid early detection, backup files were not deleted but encrypted by ransomware. In critical cases the Network sent agents to attack [https://phys.org/news/2014-10-leak-sensitive-isolated-air-gap-mobile.html air-gap secured] targets. Mukade and his men were very successful and soon became their first choice. Often they didn't execute these mission themselves. Smartphones of police officers and criminals alike became modified to steal and transmit passwords after the carrier has left the facility again.


: As a last resort, hitmen were hired to take out the officers in charge of Network cases.
: As a last resort, hitmen were hired to take out the officers in charge of Network cases.
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: The division grew huge, and soon demanded a proper location for training and everything else that shouldn't be interrupted by random TCTF visits.
: The division grew huge, and soon demanded a proper location for training and everything else that shouldn't be interrupted by random TCTF visits.


: During the the Great Uprising, the Network took the opportunity to spread influence on the African continent.
: During the Great Uprising, the Network took the opportunity to spread influence on the African continent.


: They supported countries that didn't want to get annexed by the WCG.
: They supported countries that didn't want to get annexed by the WCG.
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: Of course, police and TCTF tried to learn more about the tricks the Network used.
: Of course, police and TCTF tried to learn more about the tricks the Network used.


: Almost every attempt to analyze their computational hardware and software failed due to [http://phys.org/news/2014-10-dissolvable-silicon-circuits-sensors.html sophisticated self-destruction measures]. Dissolvable chips were especially used in wearable equipment.
: Almost every attempt to analyze their computational hardware and software failed due to [https://phys.org/news/2014-10-dissolvable-silicon-circuits-sensors.html sophisticated self-destruction measures]. Dissolvable chips were especially used in wearable equipment.


: The TCTF was going to use quantum computing to eventually break the Network's strong encryption.
: The TCTF was going to use quantum computing to eventually break the Network's strong encryption.


: The next logical step for the Network was to built quantum computers as well. With these, their [http://phys.org/news/2014-02-quantum-codes-harder.html encryption was safe again]. Also, state computers infected by ransomware are forced to connect to a Syndicate-controlled QC and enforce the encryption. [http://phys.org/news/2015-04-human-technical-ingenuity-required-defeat.html Shapeshifting] [http://phys.org/news/2015-02-malware-infecting-hard-disk-firmware.html firmware] viruses ensured persistent infection despite complete hard disk formatting and re-installation.
: The next logical step for the Network was to built quantum computers as well. With these, their [https://phys.org/news/2014-02-quantum-codes-harder.html encryption was safe again]. Also, state computers infected by ransomware are forced to connect to a Syndicate-controlled QC and enforce the encryption. [https://phys.org/news/2015-04-human-technical-ingenuity-required-defeat.html Shapeshifting] [https://phys.org/news/2015-02-malware-infecting-hard-disk-firmware.html firmware] viruses ensured persistent infection despite complete hard disk formatting and re-installation.


: The latest expansion by the Network was in the drone and telecommunication sector.
: The latest expansion by the Network was in the drone and telecommunication sector.


: They use drones to transport legal and illegal goods and attack drones owned by the TCTF. (See [http://phys.org/news/2015-05-cicadas-military-swarm-mini-drones.html HERE] for RL mini drones.) Those became reprogrammed to have ''[[Quotes/Diary#CHAPTER_06_._COUNTERATTACK|blind spots]]''. The TCTF tried to locate the servers the Network used. They forced telecommunication companies to give them full access to all their data. But the Network anticipated this, and took preparations. The TCTF is using the long-established spyware of intelligence agencies, even more powerful than [[wp:Regin_(malware)|Regin.]]
: They use drones to transport legal and illegal goods and attack drones owned by the TCTF. (See [https://phys.org/news/2015-05-cicadas-military-swarm-mini-drones.html HERE] for RL mini drones.) Those became reprogrammed to have ''[[Quotes/Diary#CHAPTER_06_._COUNTERATTACK|blind spots]]''. The TCTF tried to locate the servers the Network used. They forced telecommunication companies to give them full access to all their data. But the Network anticipated this, and took preparations. The TCTF is using the long-established spyware of intelligence agencies, even more powerful than [[wp:Regin_(malware)|Regin.]]


: Since the the Network always had a close eye on TCTF operations, they developed a virus-infecting virus/spyware codenamed [http://phys.org/news/2011-03-virus-eating-virus-antarctic-lake.html Sputnik].
: Since the Network always had a close eye on TCTF operations, they developed a virus-infecting virus/spyware codenamed [https://phys.org/news/2011-03-virus-eating-virus-antarctic-lake.html Sputnik].


: The sputnik viruses are part of the Fat Loot project. It was developed as a two-track strategy. Intelligence agencies have already the capacity to monitor all relevant electronic communication. So the Network took the dangerous but most rewarding course of action, infecting these agencies in one way or another. At the same time, they took over telecommunication companies either by buying the whole companies or placing employees in key positions. This way the Network has a double check on all data which allows them to react to situations where the counter-intelligence gets suspicious. Every data stream is a trace. With growing monitoring, they expand their grip on the companies and place their programs at the agencies into hibernation, only using them when it's absolutely necessary.
: The sputnik viruses are part of the Fat Loot project. It was developed as a two-track strategy. Intelligence agencies have already the capacity to monitor all relevant electronic communication. So the Network took the dangerous but most rewarding course of action, infecting these agencies in one way or another. At the same time, they took over telecommunication companies either by buying the whole companies or placing employees in key positions. This way the Network has a double check on all data which allows them to react to situations where the counter-intelligence gets suspicious. Every data stream is a trace. With growing monitoring, they expand their grip on the companies and place their programs at the agencies into hibernation, only using them when it's absolutely necessary.
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The Network possesses knowledge and resources to hijack any important infrastructure. With that not enough, they stole state archives and copied traffic by their infiltrated telecommunication companies.
The Network possesses knowledge and resources to hijack any important infrastructure. With that not enough, they stole state archives and copied traffic by their infiltrated telecommunication companies.


Quantum computers weren't available yet but the Network acquired the next best thing to break gov encryptions: [http://phys.org/news/2016-11-quantum-physics-factor.html quantum simulators]. Being aware of the weakness of now factorable prime numbers the Syndicate themselves doesn't use such encryption anymore.
Quantum computers weren't available yet but the Network acquired the next best thing to break gov encryptions: [https://phys.org/news/2016-11-quantum-physics-factor.html quantum simulators]. Being aware of the weakness of now factorable prime numbers the Syndicate themselves doesn't use such encryption anymore.


As long as WCG doesn't attack the Network personal, they won't release state secrets or blow up some infrastructure.
As long as WCG doesn't attack the Network personal, they won't release state secrets or blow up some infrastructure.
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Pensatore: "Usually revolutions turn out to be quite bloody. Many people will die in the chaos. From a scientist, I would expect a more ethical suggestion."
Pensatore: "Usually revolutions turn out to be quite bloody. Many people will die in the chaos. From a scientist, I would expect a more ethical suggestion."


: "Ethics for its own sake is not an option. Look at history. On the verge of death, men [[wp:Uruguayan_Air_Force_Flight_571#Cannibalism|ate other men]]<!--also [[wp:Cannibalism#World_War_II]]-->, even corpses, for one simple reason: to survive. And even devout Christians have come to the conclusion that death to a megalomaniac dictator can be justified. -- Ethics are only as good as the situation allows them to be! Of how much worth are rules and laws which don't let you survive?"
: "Ethics for its own sake is not an option. Look at history. On the verge of death, men [[wp:Uruguayan Air Force Flight_571#Resorting to cannibalism|ate other men]]<!--[[wp:Cannibalism_in_Europe#World_War_II]]-->, even corpses, for one simple reason: to survive. And even devout Christians have come to the conclusion that death to a megalomaniac dictator can be justified. -- Ethics are only as good as the situation allows them to be! Of how much worth are rules and laws which don't let you survive?"


"And you believe we are in such a situation? Certainly, the WCG isn't the optimal solution, but this is a bit too much in my opinion. -- What do you have in mind? Do you want as a geneticist to make a biological intervention that takes away all of the control humans have wrested from mother nature in the last [[wp:Control_of_fire_by_early_humans|125,000 years]]?"
"And you believe we are in such a situation? Certainly, the WCG isn't the optimal solution, but this is a bit too much in my opinion. -- What do you have in mind? Do you want as a geneticist to make a biological intervention that takes away all of the control humans have wrested from mother nature in the last [[wp:Control_of_fire_by_early_humans|125,000 years]]?"
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"Do you suggest lying to everybody?"
"Do you suggest lying to everybody?"


: "Have you ever told your children that Santa brings them presents? -- Even if we aren't aware of it, [http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2051177,00.html we lie daily]."
: "Have you ever told your children that Santa brings them presents? -- Even if we aren't aware of it, [https://web.archive.org/web/20181014214500/http://content.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2051177,00.html we lie daily]."


"That's totally different. If Muro ripped off your beard, then he might be disappointed to not see Santa. But if someone finds out what your project is really about, then we have again a horrific scenario."
"That's totally different. If Muro ripped off your beard, then he might be disappointed to not see Santa. But if someone finds out what your project is really about, then we have again a horrific scenario."
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Die menschliche Nutzung der Atomkraft kontaminierte ganze Landstriche. - Zumindest war die Zeit der [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_W_lLhBt8Vg&t=4m19s Atombombenabwürfe und Tests] vorbei. Aber ihrer Rückstände existieren immer noch. - Bis Heute produzieren AKWs radioaktiven Abfall während seine sichere Lagerung Thema kontroverser Debatten bleibt. Aufgrund der problematischen und teuren Lagerung wurde auch radioaktiver Abfall im Meer versenkt, erst [[wp:Ocean_disposal_of_radioactive_waste|offiziell]], dann [[wp:Radioactive_waste#Illegal_dumping|inoffiziell]]. Es war nur eine Frage der Zeit bis die Fäßer durchrosten würden. Desweiteren gab es katastrophale Unfälle in den AKWs in Chernobyl und Fukushima. Die Verwendung von [[wp:de:D%C3%BCnger#Mineralischer_D.C3.BCnger uranhaltigen|Phosphatdünger]] sorgt für eine schleichende Kontamierung von landwirtschaftlich genutzten Ackerflächen und somit auch des Grundwassers. Allein in Deutschland gelangen so jedes Jahr 160 Tonnen Uran auf die Äcker.<ref name="dangerous drinking water" />
Die menschliche Nutzung der Atomkraft kontaminierte ganze Landstriche. - Zumindest war die Zeit der [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_W_lLhBt8Vg&t=4m19s Atombombenabwürfe und Tests] vorbei. Aber ihrer Rückstände existieren immer noch. - Bis Heute produzieren AKWs radioaktiven Abfall während seine sichere Lagerung Thema kontroverser Debatten bleibt. Aufgrund der problematischen und teuren Lagerung wurde auch radioaktiver Abfall im Meer versenkt, erst [[wp:Ocean_disposal_of_radioactive_waste|offiziell]], dann [[wp:Radioactive_waste#Illegal_dumping|inoffiziell]]. Es war nur eine Frage der Zeit bis die Fäßer durchrosten würden. Desweiteren gab es katastrophale Unfälle in den AKWs in Chernobyl und Fukushima. Die Verwendung von [[wp:de:Dünger#Anreicherung_mit_Metallen|Phosphatdünger]] sorgt für eine schleichende Kontamierung von landwirtschaftlich genutzten Ackerflächen und somit auch des Grundwassers. Allein in Deutschland gelangen so jedes Jahr 160 Tonnen Uran auf die Äcker.


Nach Gründung der WCG, ließ sie ihre Wissenschaftler Pläne entwickeln um die nukleare Kontamination zu beseitigen. - Damit sollten WCG-kritische Stimmen besänftigt werden, die die neue Weltordnung als überflüssig und ungerechtfertig ansahen. Man wollte angeblich zeigen wozu einzelne Staaten nicht im Stande gewesen waren. - Die Lösung war eine künstliche Symbiose aus Pilzen und Pflanzen. Diese [[wp:DE:Mykorrhiza|Mykorrhiza]] war dazu gedacht die radioaktiven Isotope zu absorbieren und sie in einer Art Nuss aufzubewahren. Dronen sollten diese ernten. --><!-- NipponBiotec --> <!--Die Hülle war hart und enthielt Bitterstoffe, sodass Tiere diese Nüsse nicht fressen. Pilz und Pflanze waren unfähig sich auszubreiten weil ihre Zellen, einschließlich DNA und möglicher Mutationen, sich [http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/04/140404140403.htm nach einem Jahr auflösten.] Die zeitliche Kontrolle war wichtig weil die Mykorrhiza nicht nur das obere Erdreich säuber würde sonder auch ganze Wiesen und Wälder um alle Radionuklide in nicht-tierischen Organismen zu sammlen. Die Entwicklung wurde durch [[wp:de:In_silico in silico|Tests]], also Computersimulationen, beschleunigt, die die Mykorrhiza-Genome auf kritische Mutationen hin untersuchten. Im Labor schienen die Genome stabil genug sodass die Offiziellen nach Feldtests drängten. Doch in der Natur sammelten sich Mutationen auf eine nicht verhergesagte Art und Weise an. Schon bald waren die genetischen Sicherungsmassnahmen ausgehebelt. Von nun an verbreitete sich die Mykorrhiza. Nach nur einem Jahr beeinflusste sie auch andere Organismen. Dies markiert den Beginn der BioCrisis. Seitdem kämpfen Rückgewinnungsteams gegen die mutierende Wildnis und die WCG versucht die ihre fatalen Fehler unter den Teppich zu kehren.
Nach Gründung der WCG, ließ sie ihre Wissenschaftler Pläne entwickeln um die nukleare Kontamination zu beseitigen. - Damit sollten WCG-kritische Stimmen besänftigt werden, die die neue Weltordnung als überflüssig und ungerechtfertig ansahen. Man wollte angeblich zeigen wozu einzelne Staaten nicht im Stande gewesen waren. - Die Lösung war eine künstliche Symbiose aus Pilzen und Pflanzen. Diese [[wp:DE:Mykorrhiza|Mykorrhiza]] war dazu gedacht die radioaktiven Isotope zu absorbieren und sie in einer Art Nuss aufzubewahren. Dronen sollten diese ernten. --><!-- NipponBiotec --> <!--Die Hülle war hart und enthielt Bitterstoffe, sodass Tiere diese Nüsse nicht fressen. Pilz und Pflanze waren unfähig sich auszubreiten weil ihre Zellen, einschließlich DNA und möglicher Mutationen, sich [http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/04/140404140403.htm nach einem Jahr auflösten.] Die zeitliche Kontrolle war wichtig weil die Mykorrhiza nicht nur das obere Erdreich säuber würde sonder auch ganze Wiesen und Wälder um alle Radionuklide in nicht-tierischen Organismen zu sammlen. Die Entwicklung wurde durch [[wp:de:In_silico|in silico Tests]], also Computersimulationen, beschleunigt, die die Mykorrhiza-Genome auf kritische Mutationen hin untersuchten. Im Labor schienen die Genome stabil genug sodass die Offiziellen nach Feldtests drängten. Doch in der Natur sammelten sich Mutationen auf eine nicht verhergesagte Art und Weise an. Schon bald waren die genetischen Sicherungsmassnahmen ausgehebelt. Von nun an verbreitete sich die Mykorrhiza. Nach nur einem Jahr beeinflusste sie auch andere Organismen. Dies markiert den Beginn der BioCrisis. Seitdem kämpfen Rückgewinnungsteams gegen die mutierende Wildnis und die WCG versucht die ihre fatalen Fehler unter den Teppich zu kehren.


Jamie und Prof. Hasegawa suchen in den "Naturschutzgebieten" nach weniger mutierten Mykorrhiza-Arten um nachweisen zu können, dass das Problem menschengemacht ist. Beim Durchstreifen der Quarantänezone infiziert sich Jamie mit dem verzehrenden Pilz, der beginnt ihr Gewebe aufzulösen. Die CDC glaubt es sei ein Virus, da für sie der Auflösungsprozess Ebola ähnlich sieht. Hasegawa gelangt später an eine Gewebeprobe von Jamie und vergleicht sie mit einer frischen Probe aus der Quarantänezone. Er erkennt, dass Mykorrhiza entartet war und dass er für die Chrysalis auch einen Sicherheitsmechanismus braucht damit es nicht zu [#Contamination_of_the_ecosystem Interaktionen mit der Umwelt] kommt.
Jamie und Prof. Hasegawa suchen in den "Naturschutzgebieten" nach weniger mutierten Mykorrhiza-Arten um nachweisen zu können, dass das Problem menschengemacht ist. Beim Durchstreifen der Quarantänezone infiziert sich Jamie mit dem verzehrenden Pilz, der beginnt ihr Gewebe aufzulösen. Die CDC glaubt es sei ein Virus, da für sie der Auflösungsprozess Ebola ähnlich sieht. Hasegawa gelangt später an eine Gewebeprobe von Jamie und vergleicht sie mit einer frischen Probe aus der Quarantänezone. Er erkennt, dass Mykorrhiza entartet war und dass er für die Chrysalis auch einen Sicherheitsmechanismus braucht damit es nicht zu [#Contamination_of_the_ecosystem Interaktionen mit der Umwelt] kommt.
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For instance, in many states, antibiotics are overused. It's against one's better judgment, but our greed for money makes it easy to ignore dangers that occur in a delayed manner.
For instance, in many states, antibiotics are overused. It's against one's better judgment, but our greed for money makes it easy to ignore dangers that occur in a delayed manner.


We use antibiotics too often, to keep ourselves and the livestock healthy. That puts bacteria under [[wp:Evolutionary pressure|evolutionary pressure]]. There are concerns that more ''[[wp:Super_bug_(bacteria)|super bugs]]'' will emerge. These multi-drug-resistant bacteria can't be easily killed. The media-popular MRSA strain residing in hospitals is one such danger.
We use antibiotics too often, to keep ourselves and the livestock healthy. That puts bacteria under [[wp:Evolutionary pressure|evolutionary pressure]]. There are concerns that more ''[[wp:Antimicrobial resistance|super bugs]]'' will emerge. These multi-drug-resistant bacteria can't be easily killed. The media-popular MRSA strain residing in hospitals is one such danger.


Scientists try to come up with methods to reuse old antibiotics, or find new ones. However, it can be assumed that the bacteria will also adapt to the new inventions. It's a never-ending arms race.
Scientists try to come up with methods to reuse old antibiotics, or find new ones. However, it can be assumed that the bacteria will also adapt to the new inventions. It's a never-ending arms race.


An alternative to antibiotics are bacteriophages, or, for short, phages. Russia and Georgia officially use these bacteria-eating viruses in some [[wp:Phage_therapy|therapies]]. Usually viruses adapt even faster than bacteria, but so-called [http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v450/n7172/full/nature06350.html mutators] can win a biological arms race against phages.
An alternative to antibiotics are bacteriophages, or, for short, phages. Russia and Georgia officially use these bacteria-eating viruses in some [[wp:Phage_therapy|therapies]]. Usually viruses adapt even faster than bacteria, but so-called [http://archive.is/nmXYy mutators] can win a biological arms race against phages.
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Depending on the target – human Daodan genome, Daodan microbiome, both their epigenomes, or even organelle genomes (like mitochondria and plastids have) – a few different “vectors” (e.g. viruses) need to be available to transport the mutation. (For ease of discussion, one might wish to use the terms holobiont -- the collective symbionts, and hologenome -- the sum of the symbionts' genomes.)
Depending on the target – human Daodan genome, Daodan microbiome, both their epigenomes, or even organelle genomes (like mitochondria and plastids have) – a few different “vectors” (e.g. viruses) need to be available to transport the mutation. (For ease of discussion, one might wish to use the terms holobiont -- the collective symbionts, and hologenome -- the sum of the symbionts' genomes.)


However, it's hard to believe that the Daodan would be able to come up with fitting mutations completely by its own. It seems more likely to me that it draws on “genetic building blocks” holding basic information for fast regeneration, resistances, different metabolisms, and so on. Maybe the Daodan can also make use of already existing genetic material of the microbes: after all, a human just has 23,000 genes (500,000 up to 1,000,000 proteins through alternative splicing), while his microbiome has more than [http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/2012-releases/human-microbiome-project.html 5 million] genes/proteins.
However, it's hard to believe that the Daodan would be able to come up with fitting mutations completely by its own. It seems more likely to me that it draws on “genetic building blocks” holding basic information for fast regeneration, resistances, different metabolisms, and so on. Maybe the Daodan can also make use of already existing genetic material of the microbes: after all, a human just has 23,000 genes (500,000 up to 1,000,000 proteins through alternative splicing), while his microbiome has more than [https://web.archive.org/web/20200711115107/https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/human-microbiome-project/ 5 million] genes/proteins.


The microbiome is very different among humans and would surely make the Daodan's mass production no easy task. But after more than 15 years, the Syndicate should have accomplished a way to simplify the process. This second generation would be independent from the host's sex (XX / YX chromosomes) and the microbiome's composition by providing level-zero stem cells. These can target any compatible symbiont cell and then do a “configuration” (whereby they dissolve the unnecessary genetic material) to become ''classic'' daodanized stem cells and microbes.
The microbiome is very different among humans and would surely make the Daodan's mass production no easy task. But after more than 15 years, the Syndicate should have accomplished a way to simplify the process. This second generation would be independent from the host's sex (XX / YX chromosomes) and the microbiome's composition by providing level-zero stem cells. These can target any compatible symbiont cell and then do a “configuration” (whereby they dissolve the unnecessary genetic material) to become ''classic'' daodanized stem cells and microbes.
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====Biologische und memetische Unsterblichkeit====
Als verantwortungsvolle und kompetente AGI stellte Avatara in seiner Analyse zuerst '''Hasegawa's Motivation''' fest, um sich der Projektziele zu versichern. Es soll der Tod eines Menschen durch jegliche Umwelteinflüsse verhindert werden. Im Endeffekt läuft das auf eine biologische und memetische Unsterblichkeit hinaus. Für diesen Zweck muss die Daodan-Chrysalis den Holobionten (sich selbst und den Wirtskörper) '''nach einer Schadensanalyse und Anpassungsphase gegen alles immun''' machen, was auf zellulärer Ebene den Körper schädigt. Dabei stellen sich ein paar fundamentale Fragen:
* '''Wie kann der Tod des Körpers verhindert werden, wenn nicht genügend Zeit für eine Anpassung bleibt?'''
* '''Wie wird sichergestellt, dass der wesentliche Teil des Organismus - seine Erinnerungen und Persönlichkeit - erhalten bleibt?'''
* '''Wie bleibt die Persönlichkeit erhalten, wenn Mutationen die Neuronen beeinflussen?''' (13_65_35 Kerr: "You are who you have always been. The Chrysalis can't change that. The effect of '''the mutation is influenced by the subject's nature'''.")
Sowohl die allgemeinen Anpassungen, als auch mögliche Reanimationssysteme dürfen die Persönlichkeit nicht (zu stark) verändern und wiederherstellen können.
Avatara: System A. Einfrierungs- und Auftauversuche an biologischem Gewebe zeigen, dass wasserhaltige Medien Zellen und neuronale Strukturen durch Expansion und Kristallbildung zerstören. Prinzipiell sind Konservierungsmittel auf Öl- oder [[wp:Wood_frog#Cold_tolerance|Zuckerbasis]] denkbar, doch ohne externe Hilfe wird der memetische Tod nur für kurze Zeit hinausgezögert. Zudem kann eine Neurodegeneration auch durch Strahlung und Toxine ausgelöst werden. Für noch schwache Symbionten ist daher eine robustere Konservierungsart erforderlich. Wenn das Absterben der Gedächtniszellen nicht verhindert werden kann, müssen diese zumindest wiederhergestellt werden können. Lösung: In einem Notfall werden die modifizierten Gliazellen und die extrazelluläre Matrix spontan aufgelöst und bilden eine aushärtende Substanz. Diese Negativform kann später von der autonomen Chrysaliszellen besetzt werden. Die Level-Zero-Stammzellen differenzieren aus und neue Synapsen werden entsprechend den alten Bahnen gebildet. Durch den analogen (nicht-virtuellen und "stufenlosen") Aufbau sind keine Berechnungen für die Strukturwiederherstellung notwendig. Es werden "nur" für die Schadensanalyse und genetische Adaption Rechenkapazitäten benötigt, die die autonomen Chrysaliszellen bereitstellen. Falls die reguläre Atmung ausfällt, wird eine [[wp:de:Trachee_(Wirbellose)|Tracheenatmung]] aktiviert und der Stoffwechsel wird extrem verlangsamt. Dementsprechend kann die Regeneration länger dauern, sofern der Wirt nicht vorher von der Umwelt endgültig getötet wird. Die primäre chemische Energieversorgung wird in zwei Phasen unterteilt. Zunächst werden in der "statischen Metamorphose" alle Zucker und Fettreserven verwertet. Im Zuge der vermutlich notwendigen Autophagie werden auch Muskelproteine abgebaut. Da vermutlich auch das nicht ausreicht, werden anschließend biologische Energieträger gesucht. Insbesondere wird nach pflanzlicher Nahrung über ein Pilzgeflecht Ausschau gehalten. Eine Vielzahl alternativer Energieversorgungen stehen genetisch zu Verfügung. Nachdem die "Protoversion" von extrazelluläre Matrix, Synapsen, Neuronen und Gliazellen in Position ist, wird ein elektrischer Schock ausgelöst, der die Stoffwechsel der Zellen aktiviert, die End-Ausdifferenzierung der wiederhergestellten Zellen auslöst und die Atmung wieder startet. Nach einer Tiefschlafphase erwacht der Wirt wieder zu neuem Leben. ''Der Imago entsteigt seiner Chrysalis.''
System B: Basierend auf den Oni-Compute-Cores könnten farbkodierte Bits hocheffizient für Positionsdaten gespeichert werden. Der Bioquantencomputer errechnet später wieder das räumliche Modell, um die Regeneration einzuleiten. Die Hauptherausforderung besteht im Lesen der Originalstruktur. [...]


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The accelerated growth caused fever and pain. The staff put Mai on a special diet so she would grow with normal speed again. Her food has low caloric values, roughage and appetite suppressants.
The accelerated growth caused fever and pain. The staff put Mai on a special diet so she would grow with normal speed again. Her food has low caloric values, roughage and appetite suppressants.


====The Daodan computer====
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Hasegawa: "Did you know that bacteria can use their own cell as 'eyeball'? Rather a rudimentary way of seeing. But I will use that idea of an micro-eye. Onis that see. Onis that decide. Onis that take care..."
Hasegawa: "Did you know that bacteria can use their own cell as 'eyeball'? Rather a rudimentary way of seeing. But I will use that idea of an micro-eye. Onis that see. Onis that decide. Onis that take care..."


Kerr: "[https://www.dropbox.com/s/jvupklyrjegswtb/DaodanBioComputer_OniCellCluster.jpg?dl=0 Oni clusters...] Hordes of little monsters. Sounds spooky."
Kerr: "Oni clusters... Hordes of little monsters. Sounds spooky."
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====Green Village report extract====
====Green Village report extract====
The scale and complexity of the Daodan project outclass everything we know about sythethic biology and related fields. Doctor Kerr stated the Syndicate provided necessary infrastructure to run their experiments. However, he wasn't able to give details what hardware their host possessed. We estimate the Daodan is impossible with current technology to reproduce. The required computing power is so aburd high that hypotetically spoken it is the product of 50 years time travel. Yet, it exists. At least Kerr said that the Syndicate don't normally possess such resources which is a real relief to us and our WCG oversight. It seems a key puzzle piece is the absence of Doctor Pensatore.
The scale and complexity of the Daodan project outclass everything we know about sythethic biology and related fields. Doctor Kerr stated the Syndicate provided necessary infrastructure to run their experiments. However, he wasn't able to give details what hardware their host possessed. We estimate the Daodan is impossible with current technology to reproduce. The required computing power is so aburd high that hypotetically spoken it is the product of 50 years time travel. Yet, it exists. At least Kerr said that the Syndicate don't normally possess such resources which is a real relief to us and our WCG oversight. It seems a key puzzle piece is the absence of Doctor Pensatore.


- Research directors [[:File:28686-CALIG.TXMP000.jpg|Li Rongzhen, Shen Aiying, Zhu Zhongying]]
- Research directors [[:Image:TXMPCALIG.jpg|Li Rongzhen, Shen Aiying, Zhu Zhongying]]




====Arguments for an ''in vitro Daodan''====
====Arguments for an ''in vitro Daodan''====
: [[Quotes/Speech#Scanner_room 13_65_27|Kerr]]: "[...] We had never intended to implant those Chrysalises. [...]"
: [[Quotes/Speech#Scanner_room|13_65_27 Kerr]]: "[...] We had never intended to implant those Chrysalises. [...]"
Why would they build prototypes when they weren't going to use them?
Why would they build prototypes when they weren't going to use them?


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One idea is to keep the genetic code of Daodan and natural organisms separated: if the Daodan uses another backbone for its base pairs, then perhaps viruses wouldn't be able to incorporate their code for reasons of incompatibility. For instance, [[wp:Peptide_nucleic_acid|PNA]] has another type of backbone. But experiments showed that long PNA strains [[wp:de:Synthetische_Biologie#Ein_neues_R.C3.BCckgrat|aren't stable.]] I don't know if there are other alternatives. Furthermore, there are other dangerous substances like toxins so I will bet on an analyzing element. In 2012 scientist succeeded in simplifying the identification of [http://phys.org/news/2012-07-scientists-fingerprint-nanoscale-viruses.html nanosized objects]. A minimized version of this device would be an ideal sensor for the Daodan.
One idea is to keep the genetic code of Daodan and natural organisms separated: if the Daodan uses another backbone for its base pairs, then perhaps viruses wouldn't be able to incorporate their code for reasons of incompatibility. For instance, [[wp:Peptide_nucleic_acid|PNA]] has another type of backbone. But experiments showed that long PNA strains [[wp:de:Synthetische_Biologie#Ein_neues_Rückgrat|aren't stable.]] I don't know if there are other alternatives. Furthermore, there are other dangerous substances like toxins so I will bet on an analyzing element. In 2012 scientist succeeded in simplifying the identification of [https://phys.org/news/2012-07-scientists-fingerprint-nanoscale-viruses.html nanosized objects]. A minimized version of this device would be an ideal sensor for the Daodan.


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Eine Idee ist es den genetischen Code von Daodan und natürlichen Organismen getrenntzuhalten: Wenn die Daodan ein anderes Rückrat für ihre Basenpaare verwendet, dann könnten aus Gründen der Kompatibilität Vieren vielleicht nicht mehr in der Lage sein ihren Code einzuschleusen. Zum Beispiel hat [[wp:Peptide_nucleic_acid|PNA]] ein verändertes Rückrat. Jedoch zeigten Experimente, dass lange PNA-Stränge [[wp:de:Synthetische_Biologie#Ein_neues_R.C3.BCckgrat|nicht stabil]] sind. Ich weiß nicht ob es weitere Alternativen gibt. Außerdem gibt es noch andere gefährliche Substanzen wie etwa Gifte sodass ich die Chancen für ein  analisierendes Elemet höher einschätze. 2012 ist es Wissenschaftlern gelungen die [http://phys.org/news/2012-07-scientists-fingerprint-nanoscale-viruses.html Erkennung von Objekten auf der Nanoebene] zu vereinfachen. Eine Miniaturversion des Gerätes würde ein idealer Sensor für die Daodan sein.
Eine Idee ist es den genetischen Code von Daodan und natürlichen Organismen getrenntzuhalten: Wenn die Daodan ein anderes Rückrat für ihre Basenpaare verwendet, dann könnten aus Gründen der Kompatibilität Vieren vielleicht nicht mehr in der Lage sein ihren Code einzuschleusen. Zum Beispiel hat [[wp:Peptide_nucleic_acid|PNA]] ein verändertes Rückrat. Jedoch zeigten Experimente, dass lange PNA-Stränge [[wp:de:Synthetische_Biologie#Ein_neues_Rückgrat|nicht stabil]] sind. Ich weiß nicht ob es weitere Alternativen gibt. Außerdem gibt es noch andere gefährliche Substanzen wie etwa Gifte sodass ich die Chancen für ein  analisierendes Elemet höher einschätze. 2012 ist es Wissenschaftlern gelungen die [https://phys.org/news/2012-07-scientists-fingerprint-nanoscale-viruses.html Erkennung von Objekten auf der Nanoebene] zu vereinfachen. Eine Miniaturversion des Gerätes würde ein idealer Sensor für die Daodan sein.
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'''Solution'''


Despite the fact that most human cells have a diploid genome, there are also cell types that are naturally polyploid. For instance, this is true for heart muscle cells, liver cells and [[wp:Megakaryocyte#Megakaryocyte_development|megakaryoblasts]] (blood-forming cells).
Despite the fact that most human cells have a diploid genome, there are also cell types that are naturally polyploid. For instance, this is true for heart muscle cells, liver cells and [[wp:Megakaryocyte#Development|megakaryoblasts]] (blood-forming cells).


Healthy collections of multiple sets might be attributable to ''deactivations''.
Healthy collections of multiple sets might be attributable to ''deactivations''.
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For the final version of the Daodan, it would make sense to not generate any glow since that is a waste of energy.
For the final version of the Daodan, it would make sense to not generate any glow since that is a waste of energy.


: On the other hand, [http://phys.org/news/2016-08-dna-naturally-fluoresces.html DNA has been found to possess natural occurring fluorescence.] So even if the markers of the prototypes are removed you can make a Daodan make glow. This would be interesting as a method for non-verbal communication or - more mundane - providing a light source for long trips in dark environments. -- Let's be honest: Daodan without Daodan aura is less cool and less anime-ish.
: On the other hand, [https://phys.org/news/2016-08-dna-naturally-fluoresces.html DNA has been found to possess natural occurring fluorescence.] So even if the markers of the prototypes are removed you can make a Daodan make glow. This would be interesting as a method for non-verbal communication or - more mundane - providing a light source for long trips in dark environments. -- Let's be honest: Daodan without Daodan aura is less cool and less anime-ish.


Anyway, radiation and hyposprays can theoretically be abused to drive the Daodan's metabolism so high that it releases all its energy resources in a short time and dies of starvation (if it doesn't go into a hibernation mode). (ref. Oni3: Konoko awakens from her [[Oni2:A Storyline#Mai|coma]]. Maybe she had to fight a long time in overpower mode or suffered an emotionally-triggered ATP release...)
Anyway, radiation and hyposprays can theoretically be abused to drive the Daodan's metabolism so high that it releases all its energy resources in a short time and dies of starvation (if it doesn't go into a hibernation mode). (ref. Oni3: Konoko awakens from her [[Oni2:A Storyline#Mai|coma]]. Maybe she had to fight a long time in overpower mode or suffered an emotionally-triggered ATP release...)


While the '''Daodan aura''' (a.k.a. chenille) simply indicates a very active metabolism, '''[[Daodan#Daodan_spike|Daodan spikes]]''' might come from the sudden ''implementation'' of a new adaptation within the whole Daodan biomass.
While the '''Daodan aura''' (a.k.a. chenille) simply indicates a very active metabolism, '''[[Daodan#Power surges|Daodan spikes]]''' might come from the sudden ''implementation'' of a new adaptation within the whole Daodan biomass.


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Solid Chrysalis tissue grows with static metamorphosis. Imagos can also utilize that graphene-based protection. However it's more flexible and uses electric energy to increase strength. Basically, AVATARA ported the graphene shield technology to an all-bio framework making Daodan host also more resistant to physical dangers. Muro experienced so often static metamorphosis that the shield code became part of his Imago form. - Breathing continues through tracheae (fine ''pipes'' that transport air from skin to the interior areas). Since the the tracheae aren't very effective, metabolism is slowed down and the developing organism appears lifeless. In extreme conditions, e.g. when buried, the Daodan can switch to [[wp:Anaerobic_respiration#Examples_of_respiration|anaerobic respiration]]. These pathways are either acquired from existing symbiotic species in the human flora or the Daodan reach out to species that lives nearby in the ground. (This holds also a possible chance to utilize Bioc organelles/structures to get energy. It should help Daya's effort to establish a three-way symbiosis.)
Solid Chrysalis tissue grows with static metamorphosis. Imagos can also utilize that graphene-based protection. However it's more flexible and uses electric energy to increase strength. Basically, AVATARA ported the graphene shield technology to an all-bio framework making Daodan host also more resistant to physical dangers. Muro experienced so often static metamorphosis that the shield code became part of his Imago form. - Breathing continues through tracheae (fine ''pipes'' that transport air from skin to the interior areas). Since the tracheae aren't very effective, metabolism is slowed down and the developing organism appears lifeless. In extreme conditions, e.g. when buried, the Daodan can switch to [[wp:Anaerobic_respiration|anaerobic respiration]]. These pathways are either acquired from existing symbiotic species in the human flora or the Daodan reach out to species that lives nearby in the ground. (This holds also a possible chance to utilize Bioc organelles/structures to get energy. It should help Daya's effort to establish a three-way symbiosis.)


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Yorick's skirmish with the memhunter leads to a new form of Imago shield. After absorbing the Oni clusters and energy resources of his dead comrades he is able to compute a natural graphene shields that can undergo other phase transitions. He also uses the gained computing power to tactically cut off the memhunter from his resources and uses them instead. ("Jammer spears", and own "sand layer" that acts as energy parasite, etc.)
Yorick's skirmish with the memhunter leads to a new form of Imago shield. After absorbing the Oni clusters and energy resources of his dead comrades he is able to compute a natural graphene shields that can undergo other phase transitions. He also uses the gained computing power to tactically cut off the memhunter from his resources and uses them instead. ("Jammer spears", and own "sand layer" that acts as energy parasite, etc.)


Hypershield: When Yorick managed to add entanglement regeneration to his [[wp:Bose–Einstein_condensate|BEC]] vessels, his shield became capable of undergoing an even higher grade of phase transition.
Hypershield: When Yorick managed to add entanglement regeneration to his [[wp:Bose–Einstein condensate|BEC]] vessels, his shield became capable of undergoing an even higher grade of phase transition.




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GV's "Chrysalis" work group thinks that the Daodan will contaminate the environment sooner or later (in case it hasn't already happened) because of [[wp:Horizontal_gene_transfer#Prokaryotes|horizontal gene transfer]] causing unseen threats. Hence the Daodan needs a patch. The idea was and is to protect the prime symbiont, the human host. To ensure that the microbial Daodan cells only stays with the human flora, these cells need to die in the absence of the prime symbiont by dissolving their genetic material with an enhanced lysosome.
GV's "Chrysalis" work group thinks that the Daodan will contaminate the environment sooner or later (in case it hasn't already happened) because of [[wp:Horizontal_gene_transfer#Prokaryotes|horizontal gene transfer]] causing unseen threats. Hence the Daodan needs a patch. The idea was and is to protect the prime symbiont, the human host. To ensure that the microbial Daodan cells only stays with the human flora, these cells need to die in the absence of the prime symbiont by dissolving their genetic material with an enhanced lysosome.


(Will [[:Image:GuidoArt-Pandora_vs._Mukade.jpg|Pandora]] hunt down all hosts with an original Daodan (to patch them or kill the hosts) ?)
<s>(Will [[:Image:Guido - Pandora vs. Mukade.jpg|Pandora]] hunt down all hosts with an original Daodan (to patch them or kill the hosts) ?)


This patch solves only one part of the problem. Existing Daodans would be still a permanent danger, especially the unknown number in Syndicate 'property'. In worst case, this threat would have to be met on a planetary scale. This would require full control over all matter and lifeforms. <!-- (Biocontrol) -->
This patch solves only one part of the problem. Existing Daodans would be still a permanent danger, especially the unknown number in Syndicate 'property'. In worst case, this threat would have to be met on a planetary scale. This would require full control over all matter and lifeforms.</s><!-- (Biocontrol) -->


Related topic: [[#Bioc|bioc]]
Related topic:
* [[#Bioc|bioc]]
* faked Biosafety concerns (TCTF, Konoko)


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* Omega Chimeras can make use of external memory storage for different Imago stages and also knowledge.
* Omega Chimeras can make use of external memory storage for different Imago stages and also knowledge.
* Long-range objective is to create a collective consciousness (via network) called [[wp:Daemon_(mythology)|Daimon]]. <!--(Its success will bring about the creation of superintelligences and avatars.)-->
* Long-range objective is to create a collective consciousness (via network) called [[wp:Daimon (ancient Greek mythology)|Daimon]]. <!--(Its success will bring about the creation of superintelligences and avatars.)-->


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: '''From symbiosis to symbiogenesis.'''
: '''From symbiosis to symbiogenesis.'''


: So a virus makes the host its ''own body''; but there also exist symbiotic viruses. These have not taken over a host cell, but sorta vice versa: they became fully incorporated into the host's genome. Two examples: First, the [[wp:Polydnavirus|polydnavirus]] inside of ichneumonid (parasitic) wasps is only produced when the wasps lay eggs in a caterpillar. The virus helps the wasp eggs to survive inside the caterpillar by affecting the immune system and changing the metabolism to the advantage of the wasp eggs. The second example concerns us humans (and all animals with a placenta). The retrovirus [[wp:ERVWE1|ERVWE1]] in our genome merges placenta cells through its produced protein "syncytin" in order to create a protective layer. That way, the embryo stays untouched by the mother's immune system. Otherwise it could be recognized as a foreign body because of the father's genes. The retrovirus gives us an advantage compared to non-placental mammals.
: So a virus makes the host its ''own body''; but there also exist symbiotic viruses. These have not taken over a host cell, but sorta vice versa: they became fully incorporated into the host's genome. Two examples: First, the [[wp:Polydnaviriformidae|polydnavirus]] inside of ichneumonid (parasitic) wasps is only produced when the wasps lay eggs in a caterpillar. The virus helps the wasp eggs to survive inside the caterpillar by affecting the immune system and changing the metabolism to the advantage of the wasp eggs. The second example concerns us humans (and all animals with a placenta). The retrovirus [[wp:Syncytin-1|ERVWE1]] in our genome merges placenta cells through its produced protein "syncytin" in order to create a protective layer. That way, the embryo stays untouched by the mother's immune system. Otherwise it could be recognized as a foreign body because of the father's genes. The retrovirus gives us an advantage compared to non-placental mammals.


: The polydnavirus is still reproduced, but the second virus completely gave up its independence. They, the host and the virus, are rather one new organism instead of two. This process of merging organisms is called [[wp:Symbiogenesis|symbiogenesis]].
: The polydnavirus is still reproduced, but the second virus completely gave up its independence. They, the host and the virus, are rather one new organism instead of two. This process of merging organisms is called [[wp:Symbiogenesis|symbiogenesis]].
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: '''How much human DNA makes up our body?'''
: '''How much human DNA makes up our body?'''


: Incorporation of outside genetic material happened more than once. When the human genome was [[wp:DNA_sequencing|sequenced]] on a  [[wp:Human_Genome_Project|large scale]], only 1.4% was found to encode our ''building material'' - the proteins; the rest appeared to be "junk" DNA. Today we know that 8.5% are old retroviruses (HERVs). -- This brings Agent Smith from the movie Matrix into mind when he [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Na9-jV_OJI classified humans as a virus] because of certain similarities: according to him, humans replicated unchecked, consumed all resources, and spread to a new area (host) when another area ran out of resources. Now he would have genetic proof, you might think: our DNA is more "virus" than "human". -- Well, the old retroviruses are almost all defective so they don't matter much. Also, noncoding but function-holding RNA and regulatory sequences - ''tools'' and ''building instructions'' - have been identified from the junk now. So, yes, no need to panic, we are still human enough.
: Incorporation of outside genetic material happened more than once. When the human genome was [[wp:DNA_sequencing|sequenced]] on a  [[wp:Human_Genome_Project|large scale]], only 1.4% was found to encode our ''building material'' - the proteins; the rest appeared to be "junk" DNA. Today we know that 8.5% are old retroviruses (HERVs). -- This brings Agent Smith from the movie Matrix into mind when [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrBdYmStZJ4&t=117s he classified humans as a virus] because of certain similarities: according to him, humans replicated unchecked, consumed all resources, and spread to a new area (host) when another area ran out of resources. Now he would have genetic proof, you might think: our DNA is more "virus" than "human". -- Well, the old retroviruses are almost all defective so they don't matter much. Also, noncoding but function-holding RNA and regulatory sequences - ''tools'' and ''building instructions'' - have been identified from the junk now. So, yes, no need to panic, we are still human enough.




'''Symbiotic [http://phys.org/news/2014-11-natural-gut-viruses-bacterial-cousins.html Virom]'''
'''Symbiotic [https://phys.org/news/2014-11-natural-gut-viruses-bacterial-cousins.html Virom]'''
More information:
More information:
* https://www.spektrum.de/news/wie-viren-unseren-darm-beherrschen/1426006
* https://www.spektrum.de/news/wie-viren-unseren-darm-beherrschen/1426006
* https://www.akdae.de/Arzneimitteltherapie/AVP/Artikel/201803/149h/index.php
* http://web.archive.org/web/20210410211029/https://www.akdae.de/Arzneimitteltherapie/AVP/Artikel/201803/149h/index.php
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'''Faithful allies since the Cretaceous: Symbiosis between beewolves and protective bacteria originated millions of years ago'''
'''Faithful allies since the Cretaceous: Symbiosis between beewolves and protective bacteria originated millions of years ago'''


[...] A particularly fascinating defensive alliance occurs in the European beewolf (Philanthus triangulum), a digger wasp that hunts honeybees and provisions them for its offspring in underground nests. Previous research has shown that bacterial symbionts of the genus [[wp: Streptomyces|Streptomyces]] live in the wasp's antennae and on the larval cocoons. The bacteria produce a cocktail of nine different antibiotics that fend off detrimental fungi and bacteria from infecting the developing larva in the cocoon. This strategy to avoid infections is comparable to the combination prophylaxis used in human medicine.
[...] A particularly fascinating defensive alliance occurs in the European beewolf (Philanthus triangulum), a digger wasp that hunts honeybees and provisions them for its offspring in underground nests. Previous research has shown that bacterial symbionts of the genus [[wp:Streptomyces|Streptomyces]] live in the wasp's antennae and on the larval cocoons. The bacteria produce a cocktail of nine different antibiotics that fend off detrimental fungi and bacteria from infecting the developing larva in the cocoon. This strategy to avoid infections is comparable to the combination prophylaxis used in human medicine.


The scientists now reconstructed the phylogenies of different beewolf species and their symbionts. An analysis of the beewolf phylogeny revealed that the symbiosis with Streptomyces first originated in the late Cretaceous, between 68 and 110 million years ago. At present, about 170 species of wasps live in symbiosis with the protective bacteria. [...]
The scientists now reconstructed the phylogenies of different beewolf species and their symbionts. An analysis of the beewolf phylogeny revealed that the symbiosis with Streptomyces first originated in the late Cretaceous, between 68 and 110 million years ago. At present, about 170 species of wasps live in symbiosis with the protective bacteria. [...]


'''source:'''<br>- http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/04/140414154450.htm
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All plants in natural ecosystems are thought to be symbiotic with [[wp:Mycorrhiza|mycorrhizal]] and/or [[wp:Endophyte|endophytic]] fungi. Collectively, these fungi express different symbiotic lifestyles ranging from parasitism to mutualism. Analysis of Colletotrichum species indicates that individual isolates can express either parasitic or mutualistic lifestyles depending on the host genotype colonized. The endophyte colonization pattern and lifestyle expression indicate that plants can be discerned as either disease, non-disease, or non-hosts. Fitness benefits conferred by fungi expressing mutualistic lifestyles include biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, growth enhancement, and increased reproductive success. Analysis of plant–endophyte associations in high stress habitats revealed that at least some fungal endophytes confer habitat-specific stress tolerance to host plants. Without the habitat-adapted fungal endophytes, the plants are unable to survive in their native habitats. Moreover, the endophytes have a broad host range encompassing both monocots and eudicots, and confer habitat-specific stress tolerance to both plant groups.
All plants in natural ecosystems are thought to be symbiotic with [[wp:Mycorrhiza|mycorrhizal]] and/or [[wp:Endophyte|endophytic]] fungi. Collectively, these fungi express different symbiotic lifestyles ranging from parasitism to mutualism. Analysis of Colletotrichum species indicates that individual isolates can express either parasitic or mutualistic lifestyles depending on the host genotype colonized. The endophyte colonization pattern and lifestyle expression indicate that plants can be discerned as either disease, non-disease, or non-hosts. Fitness benefits conferred by fungi expressing mutualistic lifestyles include biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, growth enhancement, and increased reproductive success. Analysis of plant–endophyte associations in high stress habitats revealed that at least some fungal endophytes confer habitat-specific stress tolerance to host plants. Without the habitat-adapted fungal endophytes, the plants are unable to survive in their native habitats. Moreover, the endophytes have a broad host range encompassing both monocots and eudicots, and confer habitat-specific stress tolerance to both plant groups.


'''source:'''<br>https://academic.oup.com/jxb/article/59/5/1109/538568
'''source:'''<br>https://web.archive.org/web/20220121215437/https://academic.oup.com/jxb/article/59/5/1109/538568


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A mutualistic association between a fungal endophyte and a tropical panic grass allows both organisms to grow at high soil temperatures. We characterized a virus from this fungus that is involved in the mutualistic interaction. Fungal isolates cured of the virus are unable to confer heat tolerance, but heat tolerance is restored after the virus is reintroduced. The virus-infected fungus confers heat tolerance not only to its native monocot host but also to a eudicot host, which suggests that the underlying mechanism involves pathways conserved between these two groups of plants.
A mutualistic association between a fungal endophyte and a tropical panic grass allows both organisms to grow at high soil temperatures. We characterized a virus from this fungus that is involved in the mutualistic interaction. Fungal isolates cured of the virus are unable to confer heat tolerance, but heat tolerance is restored after the virus is reintroduced. The virus-infected fungus confers heat tolerance not only to its native monocot host but also to a eudicot host, which suggests that the underlying mechanism involves pathways conserved between these two groups of plants.


'''source:'''<br>- http://www.sciencemag.org/cgi/content/abstract/315/5811/513<br>- <nowiki>http://www.rcn.montana.edu/pubs/pdf/2007/science%202007.pdf</nowiki> (dead link)
'''source:'''<br>- https://web.archive.org/web/20210912141456/https://www.science.org/doi/abs/10.1126/science.1136237<br>- <nowiki>http://www.rcn.montana.edu/pubs/pdf/2007/science%202007.pdf</nowiki> (dead link)


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Guiding construction and deconstruction by using electricity and light waves. The more dry the bioc get "burned" by high voltage the more concrete-like it gets. Kimura and his man at BlueMountain manipulate the construction algorithm to replace certain walls. That way he can bypass the most critical security measures.


===Protocols===
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* A fully explored planet with a managing AI is termed Gaia. For sequels, Aether would be the explored and utilized atmosphere.
* A fully explored planet with a managing AI is termed Gaia. For sequels, Aether would be the explored and utilized atmosphere.
* For instance, at places rich of carbon compounds, the hull, sensors, and QC parts are made of nanoscale diamonds with a [[wp:Nitrogen-vacancy_center|nitrogen-vacancy center]]. This diamonds with intentional ''defects'' are known to have relative stable quantum states at room temperature. These structures can also be used release energy in from of light in order to uncharge when too much electricity was gathered. But usually this is only a last resort when energy cannot be transfered to different places.
* For instance, at places rich of carbon compounds, the hull, sensors, and QC parts are made of nanoscale diamonds with a [[wp:Nitrogen-vacancy_center|nitrogen-vacancy center]]. This diamonds with intentional ''defects'' are known to have relative stable quantum states at room temperature. These structures can also be used release energy in from of light in order to uncharge when too much electricity was gathered. But usually this is only a last resort when energy cannot be transfered to different places.
* How could Daodan and Bioc merge? Probably by overlapping structures that process information. -- Human mind and the Daodan can interact because the Daodan also has processing organelles inside neurons. Now the bioc, as a third player, could join the party when it invades the brain. Would the Daodan be a [http://phys.org/news/2013-09-hardware-trojans-undetectable.html hardware trojan] to the bioc, or the bioc to the Daodan, or both to each other? In an uncontrolled interaction, the functions of any entity could run amok; for the human, it will mean extreme pain (the bioc invasion alone will stress/destroy a lot of nerves). In the case of Daya, it's one reason why she continues to take drugs of all sorts.
* How could Daodan and Bioc merge? Probably by overlapping structures that process information. -- Human mind and the Daodan can interact because the Daodan also has processing organelles inside neurons. Now the bioc, as a third player, could join the party when it invades the brain. Would the Daodan be a [https://phys.org/news/2013-09-hardware-trojans-undetectable.html hardware trojan] to the bioc, or the bioc to the Daodan, or both to each other? In an uncontrolled interaction, the functions of any entity could run amok; for the human, it will mean extreme pain (the bioc invasion alone will stress/destroy a lot of nerves). In the case of Daya, it's one reason why she continues to take drugs of all sorts.


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It's thought that brain simulations require [[wp:Exascale_computing|exascale computing]].
It's thought that brain simulations require [[wp:Exascale_computing|exascale computing]].


Right now it looks like [http://phys.org/news/2014-08-optalysys-prototype-optical-processor.html optical] and [https://phys.org/news/2014-08-tiny-chip-mimics-brain-supercomputer.html neurosynaptic] processors will hit the market before memristor- and spintronic-based processors do.
Right now it looks like [https://techxplore.com/news/2014-08-optalysys-prototype-optical-processor.html optical] and [https://phys.org/news/2014-08-tiny-chip-mimics-brain-supercomputer.html neurosynaptic] processors will hit the market before memristor- and spintronic-based processors do.


If we assume a human neocortex with 1 million cortical columns, each with 60.000 neurons, it would take 60.000 of IBM's new neurosynaptic processors, each with 1.000.000 programmable neurons, to do the job.
If we assume a human neocortex with 1 million cortical columns, each with 60.000 neurons, it would take 60.000 of IBM's new neurosynaptic processors, each with 1.000.000 programmable neurons, to do the job.
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* smaller components - e.g. the OR gate (actual iron-atom gate counts approx. 3nm), these kind of components can be smaller than today's semiconductors
* smaller components - e.g. the OR gate (actual iron-atom gate counts approx. 3nm), these kind of components can be smaller than today's semiconductors
* non-volatile memory - '''information is not lost when power is turned off''' because they store data magnetically (this means the boot process of computers would also become significantly faster)
* non-volatile memory - '''information is not lost when power is turned off''' because they store data magnetically (this means the boot process of computers would also become significantly faster)
* and nanospintronics would also allow hybrid components for calculation and memory (these information were adapted from [http://idw-online.de/pages/de/attachmentdata8851.pdf here])
* and nanospintronics would also allow hybrid components for calculation and memory (these information were adapted from [https://idw-online.de/de/attachmentdata8851.pdf here])


That's the point which is especially interesting, because of the analogy to biological ''components''. Also, biological brains use one type of ''component'' for two things - the neurons store '''and''' process information.
That's the point which is especially interesting, because of the analogy to biological ''components''. Also, biological brains use one type of ''component'' for two things - the neurons store '''and''' process information.
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To describe an SLD's brain at an early point on Oni's timeline, this brain would rely on multiple new technologies, but so far it seem that they will not be available at that time.
To describe an SLD's brain at an early point on Oni's timeline, this brain would rely on multiple new technologies, but so far it seem that they will not be available at that time.


* memristors are the first-choice components to create an AI brain, but they would still "need transistors at the periphery" (src: "[http://www.spektrum.de/inhaltsverzeichnis/spezial-physik-mathematik-technik-3-2013/1169804 Spektrum der Wissenschaft] Spezial Physik - Mathematik - Technik 3/2013", page 57)
* memristors are the first-choice components to create an AI brain, but they would still "need transistors at the periphery" (src: "[https://www.spektrum.de/inhaltsverzeichnis/die-neue-computer-aera-spektrum-spezial-physik-mathematik-technik-3-2013/1169804 Spektrum der Wissenschaft] Spezial Physik - Mathematik - Technik 3/2013", page 57)
* at the moment it seems that memristors will hit the market before spintronic-based transistors do, so meanwhile conventional transistors would aid memristors in AIs
* at the moment it seems that memristors will hit the market before spintronic-based transistors do, so meanwhile conventional transistors would aid memristors in AIs
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===What's the purpose of SLDs?===
===What's the purpose of SLDs?===
I don't think it's a desirable goal to create an android that can just [[Quotes/Manual#TECH_NOTE_2|feel pain, breathe, sweat, and eat]]* and ... ''So you are saying it can produce artificial shit, eh? Is that everything you were able to accomplish after spending our research budget of 100 million dollars?''
I don't think it's a desirable goal to create an android that can just [[Quotes/Manual#Tech_Note_2|feel pain, breathe, sweat, and eat]]* and ... ''So you are saying it can produce artificial shit, eh? Is that everything you were able to accomplish after spending our research budget of 100 million dollars?''
Of course the real deal must be something else.
Of course the real deal must be something else.


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==Neural link==
==Neural link==
To be reviewed with [[Talk:Restless_Souls/Technology#Present-day_neural_link]]
* 00_01_30 Shinatama: I've checked '''our neural link''' and it's working perfectly!
* 00_01_30 Shinatama: I've checked '''our neural link''' and it's working perfectly!
* [[Quotes/Consoles/level_2b|level 2b console]]: Engineers attempted to exploit the advantages inherent in the speed of the '''neural link''' by interlocking batteries of free tracking ball mount plasma cannons designed to independently track and fire upon multiple targets simultaneously.
* [[Quotes/Consoles/level_2b|level 2b console]]: Engineers attempted to exploit the advantages inherent in the speed of the '''neural link''' by interlocking batteries of free tracking ball mount plasma cannons designed to independently track and fire upon multiple targets simultaneously.
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"If the agencies need to higher amount of information they accessed the undersee cables directly, but due to high risk of damage they nowadays access nodes run by the companies. We also tried to retrieve information by opening some nerves but in the biological environment damage is increased by mechanic stress or pathogen/immune reactions. Therefore the soft information retrieval became our method of choice."
"If the agencies need to higher amount of information they accessed the undersee cables directly, but due to high risk of damage they nowadays access nodes run by the companies. We also tried to retrieve information by opening some nerves but in the biological environment damage is increased by mechanic stress or pathogen/immune reactions. Therefore the soft information retrieval became our method of choice."


"To me the research on NL was highly interesting to test the signal quality of regenerates nerves in their full length."
"To me the research on NL was highly interesting to test the signal quality of regenerated nerves in their full length."
 
"Breakthrough in science are achieved mostly interdisciplinary nowadays."
 
==Deadly Brain==
Deadly brains were meant to protect Syndicate controlled facilities.
 
A more focused manipulation of brain regions gave rise to the idea of using the human brain for AI tasks. NPUs are nothing less than living experiments.
 
===Neural Processing Units===
NPUs are follow-up research projects of DBs. An Russian oligarch tried to circumvent WCG's research restrictions on AI.
 
Notes:
 
NPU Anwendungen
"Frankenstein's Monster"
NPUs substancial for "RShops", Reverse Engenerring
Networking NPUs = Cloud AI + Research on Brain architecture
More Deadly Brains (MDB) + Drones ("mindless killing machine" vs. SLD, brainwashing agents with implantats)
Retrieving memories from brain or forcing persons to reveal them
Make people their own brain chips.
Oligarch on AI research, "with a snip you turn on your creativity, increase your IQ, let your PC use your brain capacities for AI tasks, bring your thought to video, bring your thoughts to life".
Ergo Ächtung von AI/Hirnmodifikationsforschung durch WCG.
Nishio witness farming/recruitment of Frankenstein NPU.


"Breakthrough in science nowadays mostly interdisciplinary."
"Russian connection" [Dr. Kafelnikov] fits nicely here. + [[Quotes/Consoles#Deadly_Brain]] ?


==Computers==
==Computers==
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Due to the different demand in processing power most "power house" chips - CPU and GPU - can either be exchanged directly or by the means of expansion cards.
Due to the different demand in processing power most "power house" chips - CPU and GPU - can either be exchanged directly or by the means of expansion cards.


But progress on the hardware level is only one side of the coin. You also need software to utilize it. A Russian team demonstrated that [http://phys.org/news/2016-06-scientists-pc-complex-problems-tens.html some scenarios requiring supercomputing can actually by handled on a desk PC] after installing a new graphics card [http://arxiv.org/pdf/1508.07441.pdf (GTX-670, CUDA supported) and self-written software.]
But progress on the hardware level is only one side of the coin. You also need software to utilize it. A Russian team demonstrated that [https://phys.org/news/2016-06-scientists-pc-complex-problems-tens.html some scenarios requiring supercomputing can actually by handled on a desk PC] after installing a new graphics card [https://arxiv.org/pdf/1508.07441 (GTX-670, CUDA supported) and self-written software.]


Still many PC programs can't draw advantage from multi-cores processors and will not. That is because not every program need multiple cores, like text editors. However the trend is here to stay: more cores. (See Intel's Core X and AMD's Threadripper.) Or more exactly: parallelism. It's the new hype. Together with machine learning and AI which started to regain traction again after its past [wp:AI_winter|winters]].
Still many PC programs can't draw advantage from multi-cores processors and will not. That is because not every program need multiple cores, like text editors. However the trend is here to stay: more cores. (See Intel's Core X and AMD's Threadripper.) Or more exactly: parallelism. It's the new hype. Together with machine learning and AI which started to regain traction again after its past [[wp:AI_winter|winters]].


After these tricks (stacking, multi-core architecture, parallelism) has been fully exploited, the companies will be forced to abandon energy hungry [wp:Speculative_execution|speculative code execution] and turn to new technologies such as optical computing, memristors, and spintronics.
After these tricks (stacking, multi-core architecture, parallelism) has been fully exploited, the companies will be forced to abandon energy hungry [[wp:Speculative_execution|speculative code execution]] and turn to new technologies such as optical computing, memristors, and spintronics.


Harnessing the magnetic property of electrons will not only result in less power consumption but also high clock rates. In the past years the clock speed stagnated between 4 and 5 GHz due to overheating. Processors based on spintronics won't heat up that fast, so they can operate at higher frequencies. And higher frequencies means more calculations per second.
Harnessing the magnetic property of electrons will not only result in less power consumption but also high clock rates. In the past years the clock speed stagnated between 4 and 5 GHz due to overheating. Processors based on spintronics won't heat up that fast, so they can operate at higher frequencies. And higher frequencies means more calculations per second.
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* Majorana particle (Topological QC)
* Majorana particle (Topological QC)


Each approach comes with it's own difficulties and most parts have to be constructed from scratch and the underlying logic rests on fragile particle states such as entanglement.
Each approach comes with its own difficulties and most parts have to be constructed from scratch and the underlying logic rests on fragile particle states such as entanglement.


Powerful, universal quantum computer might just gain traction by 2050.
Powerful, universal quantum computer might just gain traction by 2050.
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The ultimate computing hardware will incorporate bio and nanotechnologies to make themselves shapeshifting hardware to adapt to the problems you give them.
The ultimate computing hardware will incorporate bio and nanotechnologies to make themselves shapeshifting hardware to adapt to the problems you give them.


===Consequences===
===Consequences===
The end of increase in computer power per equal size doesn't mean the end of innovation but it a massive slowdown.
The slowdown in increasing classical computing power means also a slowdown in innovation - even though '''AI might somewhat compensate''' the gap between classical computing and quantum computing.


Companies relying on innovation will be endangered by the unofficial rules of stock exchange: a steady production isn't enough, a company mustn't be stable, it must be growing to satisfy its shareholders.
Given that capitalistic principles will not cease to exist a '''technosphere''' and slowed down knowledge acquisition will eventually cool down certain markets and strengthen the '''run for a "growth in quality"'''. It fits the new Zeitgeist of being "sustainable", "CO2 neutral", "green". General speaking transformations themselves can be new markets.


Capitalistic principles will not chease to exist but a planetary technosphere and slowed down knowledge acquisition will eventually cool down capitalistic economies and allow a Biocracy to be chosen as reasonable political system. - All the more since computers and robots will [https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2015/nov/05/robot-revolution-rise-machines-could-displace-third-of-uk-jobs replace about 47% of all jobs in the next 20 years in the US]. So for 2050 with emerging, mighty AIs we can expect even more pressure on economy and society to change dramatically.
The gap between rich and poor people is likely to get wider even faster.
 
* Companies are driven by the rules of stock exchange which includes that a company mustn't be stable, it must be growing to satisfy its shareholders. The '''additional pressure for growth''' - because it is getting more expensive - will increase "rightsizing".
 
* Jobs need to change or unemployment might be skyrocketing. In a pessimistic estimate from 2015 '''computers and robots''' [https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2015/nov/05/robot-revolution-rise-machines-could-displace-third-of-uk-jobs replace about 47% of all jobs in the next 20 years in the US].
 
 
===Cyber security===
''Cyber security is a bottomless hole.''
 
* worldwide tracking and infiltration by intelligence agencies (see Snowden), sometimes server manipulation before shipment
* systematically weakened encryption standards, no passing of zero-day exploits
* problematic research and sell of cyber weapons (see Pegasus)
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVyu7NB7W6Y SMS and telephony]
* emails are like postcards
* sooner or later developed cyber weapons and gathered exploits from states are sold in the dark web by criminals
* [https://www.heise.de/news/Forscher-entdecken-Generalschluessel-fuer-Systeme-zur-Gesichtserkennung-6156605.html?utm_source=pocket-newtab-global-de-DE face unlocking is unsafe], like other biometric methods
* security chips in computers are not safe
* black hat hacker: ransom malware, economic interest of creating damage
 
Generally intelligence agencies favor own possibilities over security of whole society. Passing on exploits is rare but happens in case of emergency.


[...]
[...]
==Social scoring==
Ganz unabhängig von harmlosen [https://www.welt.de/wirtschaft/plus232247921/Social-Score-Bildungsministerium-holt-sich-Anregungen-aus-China.html staatlichen Gedankenexperimenten zur Alternativenfindung u. Ä.] scheint Scoring zu einem Selbstläufer zu werden. Es ist ein '''schleichendes Voranschreiten''' von immer mehr Einzelbeispielen, die irgendwann in der Zukunft die Akzeptanz für ein allumfassendes Scoring ebnen könnten.
Das [[wp:de:Sozialkredit-System|chinesische Punktesystem zur Förderung eines bestimmten sozialem Verhaltens und politischen Denkens]] wird im Westen sehr kritisch gesehen und doch gibt es bereits Schnittpunkte und ein leichten Trend, der dazu führen könnten, dass sehr wohl auch andere Bevölkerungen ein solches System irgendwann von ganz alleine begrüßen könnten.
In Deutschland, wie so ziemlich überall auch, werden Schulnoten erteilt. Diese gelten als sehr wichtiges Entscheidungskriterium für weitere Bildung und Jobwahl. Es besteht also nahezu ein Konsens darüber, ob ein Score zu einer Belohnung - den besseren Job und der besseren Bezahlung - führt. Noch ist der Leistungsgedanke für Einsatz von Scores entscheidend. Wenn aber erst einmal die Wirtschaft vollständig mit Scores durchzogen ist, könnten diese selbstlaufend auch in soziale und dann in staatliche Bereiche Einzug halten.
Andere Beispiele für Scores sind:
* "Punkte in Flensburg"
* Schufa-Einträge (Kreditwürdigkeit)
* Amazon-Ranking (Zahlungs- und Retour-Verhalten, ggf. Sperrung des Kontos)
* das zahnärztliche Bonusheft (Vergünstigung gegen regelmäßige Kontrollen)
* Payback-Punktesystem, Treuepunkte (Kaufverhalten, Kundenbindung)
* Bonuspunkte in Kaufapps ehemalig traditioneller Lebensmittelgeschäfte (Lidl PLUS App: Belohnung von Kauf-Meilensteine)
* Stempelrabattkarten (z.B. 10ter Eintritt frei oder ein prozentualer Rabatt auf den nächsten Einkauf)
* Vielfliegerprogramme
* Versicherungen (Risikoreiches Leben (Schadensfälle) werden mit höheren Beiträgen sanktioniert, aus Vorsicht kann dies das Verhalten ändern)
* Zeiterfassungssysteme, insbesondere die feingliedrige Ticketsysteme in größeren Unternehmen (Leistungsranking)
* Fitness Tracker (z.B. Schrittzähler, oft mit Ranking/Meilenstein-System als Motivationsverstärker)
* Punktesysteme im Wettkampf (Sport)
* Punktesystem bei der [[wp:de:Punktesystem_(Einwanderung)|Einwanderung]] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20221128193625/https://www.zeit.de/politik/deutschland/2022-11/zuwanderung-arbeitsmarkt-fachkraefte-bundesregierung-punktesystem Wohl auch bald in Deutschland]. Da die Staatsbürgerschaft nur einmal erworben werden muss, ist die Bewertung per Punktesystem zeitlich begrenzt und damit akzeptabel.)
Jeder einzelne Score nimmt Einfluss auf unser Verhalten. Vielleicht nicht auf jedes Individuum, aber doch im Mittel auf die ganze Gesellschaft.
Hinzu kommt ein Trend in der Freizeitgestaltung durch das milliardenschwere und die immer noch wachsende Gaming-Industrie: digitale Spiele setzten massiv auf Scores. "Je mehr desto besser." Es werden Spielfortschritte, Käufe mit echtem Geld, und tägliche, wöchentliche, monatliche, ja sogar jährliche (akkumulierte) Logins belohnt, Abzeichen/Trophäen/"Achievements" vergeben, usw. Kurz um, Menschen werden bereits von Kind auf an getrimmt Scores zu folgen. <!-- Wenn die Zahnbürste dich konditioniert...
https://www.amazon.de/Playbrush-Kinder-Zahnb%C3%BCrste-spielerischen-Erlernen-Z%C3%A4hneputzens/dp/B079GY53KF?th=1
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Es ist davon auszugehen, dass Optimierungsbestrebungen zwecks Profit einerseits und [[wp:de:Gamification|Gamification]] andererseits die Scores - in all ihren vielfältigen Formen - weiter vorantreiben bis sie in jeder Ecke unseres Lebens zu finden sind. Vielleicht wird es uns einfach egal sein noch mehr Scores zu nutzen, weil diese auch immer mit Vorteilen verbunden sind...
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Food for thought:
* spiritual opium, electric drugs - [https://www.faz.net/pro/digitalwirtschaft/chinas-regierung-geht-gegen-videospiel-konzern-tencent-vor-17467633.html China reduziert Gaming-Zeit drastisch]
* Fortnite in der Kritik - Glücksspiel, absichtliches Süchtigmachen
** https://web.archive.org/web/20230507154213/https://www.heise.de/news/Absichtliches-Suchtmittel-Sammelklage-gegen-Fortnite-in-Quebec-4546430.html
** https://www.google.com/search?q=fortnite+game+epic+Glücksspiel


==Suits==
==Suits==
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===Fire fighting mechs===
Terrorists could use powerful lasers - in semi-trailer trucks or airplanes - to ignite many fires in vast areas in a short amount of time.
The WCG therefore put high-energy laser components on its monitoring list. For example that is also the case for dangerous chemicals.
Water is not always readily available due to dryness. This is an increasing problem.
The trend of more wild fires - by climate change or terrorism - can only be solved in a limited way. However the key component is to use very heavy machines using soil to choke fire or to quickly build fire stop barriers. It is cheaper to cut through roads and forest than to rebuild a town.
The mechs would essentially use heavy high-speed drills to gather soils and rocks.
        __
forest /  \          burning forest
------/    \        /-------------
            \_______/
Griffin: "The <!--https://www.zeit.de/gesellschaft/zeitgeschehen/2023-07/braende-italien-sizilien-mafia-klimawandel--> mafia discovered wildfires as a way to buy new ground. More and more fires have overwhelmed the financial resources of states and insurance companies. So, when a town or villages burns down the value drops significantly. The criminals can cheaply buy the land. Enough people in desperate need can only agree to the offered deal. The gov established draconic sentences for ecocides and agreed to our drone network but this remains a problem with SOC."
'''Satellite-based 1 MW lasers'''
Since the installation of the WCG, satellite-based lasers deployed by terrorist-acting states had become a theoretical threat. Otherwise, ecocides caused by artificially induced wildfires would have posed a serious problem...
==Aerogel shields==
[[wp:Aerogel|Aerogels]] contain about 99 % air and are therefore really lightweight. They do not burn and barely conduct any heat. Originally they are known for their bluish transparent appearance. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnOoDE9rj6w Fiber materials won't break and can even bend.] Other modifications can make it [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcdB5bFwio4 water-repellent]. One centimeter can safely block 1000 °C.
Carbon versions are possible and [https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlepdf/2017/ra/c7ra05506d versatile]. Namely they are interesting as filters and supercapacitor.
'''Fire barriers'''
[[Image:Eden_Project_geodesic_domes_panorama.jpg|thumb|400px|Eden Project geodesic domes]]
What if production could be speed up and made really cheap.
The greater idea is to use it as quickly installable ''firewall'' in villages, either as direct coatings and isolation or as literal, high-build walls (push-fit system) or ''blankets'' for cars and small houses.
Advanced versions might look like geodesic green houses.


==Shields==
==Graphene shields==
Oni offers only two lines about its [[Quotes/Items#shield|shield technology]]. The item description says also "force shield", which might be an inappropriate term, because:
Oni offers only two lines about its [[Quotes/Items#shield|shield technology]]. The item description says also "force shield", which might be an inappropriate term, because:
* the force shield is visible to the naked eye,
* the force shield is visible to the naked eye,
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Let's start with another question: [[Atmospheric_Conversion_Center|Atmospheric Conversion Centers]] clean air for cities, but what would keep the clean air inside and the toxins outside the cities?
Let's start with another question: [[Atmospheric_Conversion_Center|Atmospheric Conversion Centers]] clean air for cities, but what would keep the clean air inside and the toxins outside the cities?


[http://phys.org/news/2012-01-graphene-supermaterial-superpermeable.html Graphene oxide] is known to be impermeable to everything except water (and maybe hydrogen). Graphene has so tight of a structure that almost nothing fits between its atoms. It's also pretty transparent, which would let sunlight still reach the interior of our hypothetical shield.
[https://phys.org/news/2012-01-graphene-supermaterial-superpermeable.html Graphene oxide] is known to be impermeable to everything except water (and maybe hydrogen). Graphene has so tight of a structure that almost nothing fits between its atoms. It's also pretty transparent, which would let sunlight still reach the interior of our hypothetical shield.


Other graphene layers attached to the first one could align the material along a magnetic field. Pure graphene isn't magnetic, but doping and defects can change the properties of graphene in many ways.
Other graphene layers attached to the first one could align the material along a magnetic field. Pure graphene isn't magnetic, but doping and defects can change the properties of graphene in many ways.


What if the shield gets damaged? Methods of self-assembly and [http://phys.org/news/2012-10-scientists-defects-materials.html self-healing] are currently being explored and could probably be of some help.
What if the shield gets damaged? Methods of self-assembly and [https://phys.org/news/2012-10-scientists-defects-materials.html self-healing] are currently being explored and could probably be of some help.




'''Challenges'''
'''Challenges'''
* Initiation: [...]
* Initiation: [...]
* Healing: Atmospheric shields that shelter whole cities are threatened by gusting wind, changing air pressure, rain, lightning and other meteorologic phenomena. The shield is monitored permanently by laser systems. Fraction causing tension is treated by ultra-short (attosecond) laser pulses generating new or manipulating existing phonons (quasi particle, collective molecule vibrations). Usually fractions can't be prevented from forming. Instead, the lasers tweak phonons to prevent fraction expansion while other beams promote healing with particles from the support layer above. In some circumstances (starting helicopters and airplane) the lasers must cut openings and pulverizing the lose chunk. During thunderstorms, lasers create thin plasma channels which act as [http://phys.org/news/2012-03-laser-lightning-rod-electricity.html lightning conductor]. That way, the lightning is guided onto the ground through a opening in the shield leaving the rest of the dome unharmed.
* Healing: Atmospheric shields that shelter whole cities are threatened by gusting wind, changing air pressure, rain, lightning and other meteorologic phenomena. The shield is monitored permanently by laser systems. Fraction causing tension is treated by ultra-short (attosecond) laser pulses generating new or manipulating existing phonons (quasi particle, collective molecule vibrations). Usually fractions can't be prevented from forming. Instead, the lasers tweak phonons to prevent fraction expansion while other beams promote healing with particles from the support layer above. In some circumstances (starting helicopters and airplane) the lasers must cut openings and pulverizing the lose chunk. During thunderstorms, lasers create thin plasma channels which act as [https://phys.org/news/2012-03-laser-lightning-rod-electricity.html lightning conductor]. That way, the lightning is guided onto the ground through a opening in the shield leaving the rest of the dome unharmed.


* Fresh air supply: like for water, natural gas, electricity and telecommunication, there are now networks to deliver treated ACC air mixed with oxygen and evacuate carbon dioxide and new pollutants. Captured carbon dioxide is filtered and transformed into new graphene flakes.
* Fresh air supply: like for water, natural gas, electricity and telecommunication, there are now networks to deliver treated ACC air mixed with oxygen and evacuate carbon dioxide and new pollutants. Captured carbon dioxide is filtered and transformed into new graphene flakes.
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* (modded [[Quotes/Weapons#vdg|VDG]]) spray nozzles for graphene powder that when put under current creates an explosion, blasting the outer layer away (turning his "blast shield" into an effective 360° low-range self-defense weapon)
* (modded [[Quotes/Weapons#vdg|VDG]]) spray nozzles for graphene powder that when put under current creates an explosion, blasting the outer layer away (turning his "blast shield" into an effective 360° low-range self-defense weapon)
* spray injectors for liquid nitrogen to freeze and seal Bioc infected roamers
* spray injectors for liquid nitrogen to freeze and seal Bioc infected roamers
==Cities==
''Wenn du eine Stadt neu bauen könntest, wie würdest du Gebäude planen in Zeiten des Klimawandels?''
Die Flächen besser nutzen in dem man auch in die Tiefe baut.
* Eine Etage für Rückhaltebecken (Starkregen, Überflutungen). Langsames wiederabgeben. Idealerweise das aufgefangene Wasser komplett nutzen. (Trinkwassereinsparung, Bewässerung für obere Grünanlagen, Aquakulturen)
* Eine Etage für Verkehrswege (PKW, LKW, U-Bahn).
* Eine Etage für Parkplätze
* Wohnebene
* Vernetzte Dächer. Begrünung, kleine Gärten, Solarpanels. Bei einer 3-Grad-Plus-Erde würden die vernetzten Dächer die Häuserschluchten überdecken und Kontrolle über ein innerstädtisches Klima ermöglichen. Transparente Überbrückungen könnten die Sonneneinstrahlung regulieren, sodass das ganze nicht als Treibhaus endet. Luftzirkulation mit Wärme steuern. (Inspiration Termitenbauten?) Einheitliches Design, sodass sich Sturmschäden auf die Dächer beschränken.


==3D printing==
==3D printing==
3D printing got not only popular among civil and industrial-level ''tinkerers'', also criminal organizations try to make use of it. And the Syndicate became a prime example of that. Weapon parts get printed, assembled and sold on demand. Thugs and other criminal customers receive the ''goods'' via drone. The Syndicate uses various base materials that aren't on police's watch list. The illegal blueprints are shared over the encryption-protected TITAN darknet.
3D printing got not only popular among civil and industrial-level ''tinkerers'', also criminal organizations try to make use of it. And the Syndicate became a prime example of that. Weapon parts get printed, assembled and sold on demand. Thugs and other criminal customers receive the ''goods'' via drone. The Syndicate uses various base materials that aren't on police's watch list. The illegal blueprints are shared over the encryption-protected TITAN darknet.


The Syndicate tries to perfect its own printing technologies to become as much independent as possible. For instance, 2049, they upgraded their African HQ by use of mobile [http://phys.org/news/2015-10-tu-eindhoven-kingsize-3d-concrete.html concrete printers.]  
The Syndicate tries to perfect its own printing technologies to become as much independent as possible. For instance, 2049, they upgraded their African HQ by use of mobile [https://phys.org/news/2015-10-tu-eindhoven-kingsize-3d-concrete.html concrete printers.]  




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So far it wasn't possible to bioprint arteries and small blood vessels which are needed for any organ. In 2015, the problem of a sufficient blood supply was pretty much solved. Increasing printing resolution and stability and simultaneous usage of different ''materials'' will make it possible to print - in theory - complete humans, on condition that research of [[Bertram_Navarre#Added_value|iPSC]] don't run into some heavy roadblocks.
So far it wasn't possible to bioprint arteries and small blood vessels which are needed for any organ. In 2015, the problem of a sufficient blood supply was pretty much solved. Increasing printing resolution and stability and simultaneous usage of different ''materials'' will make it possible to print - in theory - complete humans, on condition that research of [[Bertram_Navarre#Added_value|iPSC]] don't run into some heavy roadblocks.


http://phys.org/news/2015-10-team-hacks-off-the-shelf-d-printer.html
https://phys.org/news/2015-10-team-hacks-off-the-shelf-d-printer.html




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The first candidate profiting from project "Spare" as in "spare part" is likely TCTF Commander Griffin. He is thought to be very high on the Syndicate's kill list. Griffin is found to have hid away access codes for WCG "puppets". Back then when Griffin was still with Blackstars there was a lethal disagreement within the GATC administration. The question was whether it was acceptable to brainwash certain politician to sabotage the establishment of WCG. Those defying the sabotage were taken out one by one. But Griffin silently snatched the access codes and killed the research team responsible for the WCG "puppet program". At the same time GATC' military division, Blackstars, declared themselves as a new, independent mercenary group. The remaining GATC administration and Blackstars still work together at some point as their goal that they still agree on is to re-establish the United States of America. Their relationship is to be best described as an obligate symbiosis, neither of them can survive without the other.
The first candidate profiting from project "Spare" as in "spare part" is likely TCTF Commander Griffin. He is thought to be very high on the Syndicate's kill list. Griffin is found to have hid away access codes for WCG "puppets". Back then when Griffin was still with Blackstars there was a lethal disagreement within the GATC administration. The question was whether it was acceptable to brainwash certain politician to sabotage the establishment of WCG. Those defying the sabotage were taken out one by one. But Griffin silently snatched the access codes and killed the research team responsible for the WCG "puppet program". At the same time GATC' military division, Blackstars, declared themselves as a new, independent mercenary group. The remaining GATC administration and Blackstars still work together at some point as their goal that they still agree on is to re-establish the United States of America. Their relationship is to be best described as an obligate symbiosis, neither of them can survive without the other.


"Spares" are products of cutting edge engineering and skillful craftsmanship. So-called [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5110476/ cinematic renders] of highly detailed full-body scans provide the anatomic blueprint for the corpse. Bioprinting techniques then reconstruct the body. Typically, decedents are identified by relatives based on the appearance. In doubt finger prints, dentition and DNA is used. With the improvements of medical scans "Spare" also need to fake other traits especially signs of aging: bone grow pattern, bone attrition, atherosclerosis, scars under the skin (cicatrization), skin marks and normal scars to generate a plausible appearance that can be checked against medical files. Of course prostheses have to be included if the person has such.  
"Spares" are products of cutting edge engineering and skillful craftsmanship. So-called [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5110476/ cinematic renders] of highly detailed full-body scans provide the anatomic blueprint for the corpse. Bioprinting techniques then reconstruct the body. Typically, decedents are identified by relatives based on the appearance. In doubt finger prints, dentition and DNA is used. With the improvements of medical scans "Spare" also need to fake other traits especially signs of aging: bone grow pattern, bone attrition, atherosclerosis, scars under the skin (cicatrization), skin marks and normal scars to generate a plausible appearance that can be checked against medical files. Of course prostheses have to be included if the person has such.  


Spares can be identified as such by missing certain traits. Concentrations of isotopes, toxins, and the telomere length are rather difficult or expensive to reproduce.
Spares can be identified as such by missing certain traits. Concentrations of isotopes, toxins, and the telomere length are rather difficult or expensive to reproduce.
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Hmmm tasty Frankenburger ...
Hmmm tasty Frankenburger ...


http://phys.org/news/2015-07-hacking-food-chain-silicon-valley.html
https://phys.org/news/2015-07-hacking-food-chain-silicon-valley.html


Notes: Why print food when you could reload your chemical-bound energy storage directly? -> Omega Chimera
Notes: Why print food when you could reload your chemical-bound energy storage directly? -> Omega Chimera
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===Molecular printing===
===Molecular printing===
To cut a long story short, the ''white coats'' showed, in the future, it will be possible to [http://phys.org/news/2015-10-physicists-movement-electrons-molecule.html control chemical reactions with light.] This means, you need only a few elementary resources and then build stuff molecule by molecule.
To cut a long story short, the ''white coats'' showed, in the future, it will be possible to [https://phys.org/news/2015-10-physicists-movement-electrons-molecule.html control chemical reactions with light.] This means, you need only a few elementary resources and then build stuff molecule by molecule.


On a second thought, it should also be possible the break apart already existing chemical bonds to harvest elements from common molecules like H2O, CO2, N2, NH3, etc.
On a second thought, it should also be possible the break apart already existing chemical bonds to harvest elements from common molecules like H2O, CO2, N2, NH3, etc.
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The TCTF is aware of such threats and therefore relocates sci staff working on advanced nano filtration to their science prisons but neither GOP nor GATC is on their radar.
The TCTF is aware of such threats and therefore relocates sci staff working on advanced nano filtration to their science prisons but neither GOP nor GATC is on their radar.


==Water capturing==
===Sea water desalination===
Die WCG hat ein Preisgeld von 100 Milliarden (zweckgebunden für Hochskalierung) für die Entwicklung einer höchst effizienten Entsalzungsmethode ausgeschrieben. Angeblich soll es dann noch ein Nobelpreis oben drauf geben.
Die GATC beteiligt sich aus verschiedenen Gründen an der Firma Myriad Waters.
Mithilfe von Rohren aus DDMP-Nanopore-Materialien werden Moleküle und Ionen durch die unterschiedlich großen Öffnungen geleitet. Als Prozessbeschleuniger werden mehrstufige, zentrifugale Konstruktionen und die Magnetisierung des Wassers getestet. UV-Laserlicht soll der Reinigung dienen und zylindrische Roboter die Nanopore-Beschichtung der Röhren innen und außen reparieren.


==Weapons==
Myriad Waters konzentriert sich dabei auf die restlose Verwertung von Meerwasser, um möglichst wirtschaftlich arbeiten zu können und Ansammlung giftiger Rückstände zu vermeiden. Der Einsatz von Fotovoltaik soll das Gesamtkonzept attraktiver für küstennahe Wüstenregionen machen.
===Van de Graaff (VDG) Pistol===
The name and technological background should probably be replaced inside the story by [[wp:Electrolaser|electrolaser]] versions. (laser-induced plasma channel)


In weiteren Ausbaustufen sollen Synthese-Stationen gebaut werden, die sowohl einfache chemische Grundstoffe sowie später 3D-DDMP-Materialien aus Phagen-Displays liefern. Zuvor abgefischte biologische Materie sollen bakteriell zerlegt und zu weiteren Phagen verarbeitet werden.


===Plasma weapon===
Prinzipiell ermöglicht die Gewinnung von Rohstoffen aus Meerwasser auch Verdoppelungen der Weltbevölkerung, indem offshore zuerst in die Fläche und dann in die Tiefe gebaut wird. Trotz der Nutzung regenerativer Energien wäre zu überlegen in wie weit eine noch stärkere Nutzung von Ökosysteme vertretbar ist.
The most strange thing about Oni's plasma rifle was that the bolt accelerates over distance.
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Let's compare this to a full-blown balloon losing air. But here it is graphene-coated bubble that is self propelling due to a plasma jet at a hole, destroyed at contact. The bubble is magnetized causing electrons to be attracted and fueling a contraction mechanism. The positive charged protons are repelled and can escape only through the one opening.
Food for thoughts:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocean_colonization
https://blog.nemetschek.com/de-de/themen-und-insights/schwimmende-staedte-der-zukunft
https://www.zdf.de/dokumentation/planet-e/planet-e-schwimmende-staedte-100.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seasteading
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Underwater_construction


These coated plasma bolts should deal several types of damage: shock, burn, and blast damage.
Wasser ist Grundlage allen Lebens.


Geoengineering


===[[Heavy_weapons|Heavy weapons]]===
Zur Besiedlung Erdkruste müssten viele Bohrungen stattfinden, um auch Energiequellen zu erschließen: Geothermie bzw. die Schaffung großer Temperaturgradienten.
{| class="wikitable"
-->
|style="background-color:#EEE"|
*[[Heavy_weapons#Vacuum_bomb|Vacuum bomb]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Auto-aiming|Auto aiming weapons (like CIWS)]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Rail_Gun|Rail gun]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Gatling_guns|Gatling guns]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Metal_Storm|Metal Storm]]
----
(hypothetical)
*laser-induced plasma beam in tempests [https://web.archive.org/web/20130205205915/http://www.g-o.de/wissen-aktuell-8091-2008-04-15.html (src)]
*[[wp:Bose-Einstein_condensate|BEC]] + pyroelectric fusion <!-- problem: temperature difference, solution: see term "emergence" -->
|}


===Condesation of water vapour===
* [https://archive.ph/DkWQm in normal air]


==Health care==
==Terra Preta 2.0==
===Cold plasma===
Tags: Green Village, "primary building block", European Russian project (burden sharing of knowhow, machines, materials, labor, and investment)
[...] (First chapter)


Technological scope:
* Anreicherung von Pflanzenkohle mit Wasser, Nährstoffen, Bakterien, Pilzen
* Ständige Forschung für besten Mikrobenmix (anpassen an regionales Klima und lokalen Boden, Flora, Fokus auf Symbiosen)
* Ausgleich des pH-Wertes durch "nachgebaute Vulkanerde", die auch dafür bekannt ist mit ihren Mineralien sehr fruchtbar zu sein
* Nachdüngen durch vorige Beschichtung der Aussaat mit Stickstoffträger, Mineralien, etc. Ggf. hier Update von Bakterien, Pilzen
* Spätere Begleitung durch autonome Landwirtschaft per GPS-gestützte Traktoren, Drohnen, u. Ä. (Saat, Düngung, Überflug-Kontrolle, Pflege (mechanische Unkrautvernichtung), Ernte) bei gleichzeitiger Akademisierung (Jobumwandlung)
* Späterer Ausbau der Wertschöpfungkette, Verstädterung
* [[wp:Pleistocene_Park|Als Ausgleich für diesen Plan muss der Permafrostboden in freien Gebieten durch die Ansiedlung großer Pflanzenfresser gesichert werden]]. Das Gewicht der umherziehenden Tiere sorgt für eine Verdichtung des Bodens. Dieser bleibt dann im Sommer länger durchgefroren.
** Wiederansiedlung von Mammuts mit Hilfe von GV ;)
* Begleitung durch ständige Forschung, um Prozesse zu optimieren und um so letztendlich den CO2-Abdruck immer weiter zu mindern
* Überschüssige Biomasse zur Energiegewinnung nutzen (Verstromung oder Zwischenspeichern von Gas, synthetischer Kraftstoffe), daher schrittweise, konsequente Reduktion klassischer Energieträger (fossiles Öl und Gas im Boden lassen) (Bei den "russischen Gegebenheiten wäre eine direkte Umstellung auf Elektroantriebe wahrscheinlich zu früh.)


===Counter virus===
Goals:
The distribution of vaccines takes too long. To counter severe pandamics WCG developed a new concept: not dangerous viruses with the same surface properties as the pandemic one were brought into public.
* accelerating generation of wealth for civil population, additional income by European shareholders, more taxes for Russian government
* connecting European and Russian economics to fuel peace process (future conflict escalation less likely)
* a shared task as an important psychological tool to overcome historic ressentiment of politician and civilian population
* urbanization of barren landscapes - also by taking up climate refugees and therefore reducing political social tensions (making them part of a solution instead of letting them be a problem)
* in last consequence to create a strengthened regional area to balance super powers (a new pole next to China and USA to support world peace; 3 poles are more stable than 2)


Howerever, for unknown reasons the WCG decided to not really use this new instrument of immunization.
==Ballistic ammo==
Coordinating the arms of mercenary and corporate forces during the Great Uprising had WCG researchers scrambling to solve their logistical problems.


: Red herring: This is echoing in Hasegawa words in first chapter. Something about "moral compass of WCG". (Dealing with overpopulation. "[[wp:Ghost_in_the_Shell:_Stand_Alone_Complex|Stand alone complex]]" / pseudo conspirancy?)
Their solution was modular, generic casings and projectiles loaded with mission-specific ordnance payloads. "Blank bullets" allowed modular components to adapt and reload any ballistic weapon on the battlefield.


[...]
This technology draws on precursors of SLD machine cells which can be programmed to a limited set of memory effects.


Variants with different spreading methodes are used to help areas that were alrady infected with the natural, dangerous version.
Further research was classified. (See GATC: [[Restless_Souls/Summary#GATC:_Blackstars|Liquid SLD]])


This is to help the new variants "to win the race" while hygienic measures are applied that block the natural replication routes.
==Energy==
===Notizen zu Kohlenstoff- und Wasserstoff-Energietechnologien===
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'''Direct air capture (DAC):''' CO2 wird aus der Luft gefiltert. [...] Zement- und Stahlindustrie können zwar mit grüner Energie betrieben werden, werden aber auch immer CO2 ausstoßen. Daher ist DAC mindestens für diese Industrien interessant. Einmal um die Klimaziele einzuhalten und andererseits, um eine neue CO2-Quelle zu haben, z.B. für die Lebensmittelindustrie. -- Interessante Technologie, auch um das Level an Autarkie immer weiter nach oben zu treiben.


[...]
'''Carbon capture and storage (CCS):''' Der Gedanke des Abtrennens des Kohlenstoffs ist um das Speichern dessen erweitert. Der Kohlenstoff wird gasförmig als CO2 in tiefen Schichten verpresst oder bspw. als Carbonate (Feststoff) gelagert.


'''Wasserstoff''' ist ein chemischer Energieträger.
: '''Erzeugung:''' Zukünftig wird er hauptsächlich durch Elektrolyse gewonnen: Wasser wird mit Strom in Sauerstoff und Wasserstoff gespaltet.
: '''Verwendung:''' Wasserstoff kann zur Wärmeerzeugung genutzt werden, als Basis für synthetische Kraftstoffe (E-Fuels für Schiffe und Flugzeuge) oder zur Erzeugung von Strom über umgekehrte Elektrolyse in einer Brennstoffzelle.
: '''Speicherung:'''
:: Die Lagerung ist nicht ganz einfach: Die kleinstmöglichen Moleküle sind sehr flüchtig. Um das Problem zu umgehen, wird für den längeren Transport und Speicherung auch auf Wasserstoffderivate wie etwa Ammoniak und [[wp:de:Methanolwirtschaft|Methanol]] zurückgegriffen. -- Vielleicht wird es in Zukunft auch <!--magnetisch unterstützende?--> DDMP-Materialien geben, die quantenmechanische Tunneleffekte blockieren und so den Wasserstoff besser einschließen.
:: Wasserstoff kann zu Korrosion führen. Um Wasserstoffversprödung zu vermeiden, können [https://www.chemie.de/lexikon/Wasserstoffverspr%C3%B6dung.html austenitischen Edelstähle (z. B. CrNi-Stähle)] eingesetzt werden.
:: '''Die Energiedichte ist eher gering.''' Im verflüssigten Zustand muss er weiter gekühlt werden. Beim Ändern der Aggregatzustände kommt es zu weiteren Verlusten. Insofern sind lange Transportwege für Wasserstoff eigentlich zu vermeiden. Er sollte als '''lokaler und regionaler Zwischenspeicher''' angesehen werden. Anscheinend wird er als geopolitischen Überlegungen auch für weitere Strecken in Betracht gezogen. Zum jetzigen Zeitpunkt legt Russland ein sehr aggressives Verhalten an den Tag. Um afrikanische Staaten vor der russischen Einflusssphäre zu schützen und ihnen gleichzeitig dabei zu helfen eine fossile Wirtschaft möglichst schnell überwinden, werden staatliche Partnerschaften angestrebt.


===Mobile health care===
Unterscheidung nach Erzeugung:
This technology is not actively worked on as it is highly restricted. (WCG SP)
* '''Grüner Wasserstoff:''' Wasserstoffherstellung durch Spaltung von Wasser in Wasserstoff und Sauerstoff per Elektrolyse. Die aufgewendete elektrische Energie stammt aus nachhaltigen Quellen.
* Blauer Wasserstoff: Dekarbonisierten Wasserstoff aus Erdgas. CCS. Der Kohlenstoff wird gasförmig zur Einlagerung gebracht. (Brückentechnologie)
* Türkiser Wasserstoff: Dekarbonisierten Wasserstoff aus Erdgas. CCS. Der Kohlenstoff wird im festen Aggregatzustand zur Einlagerung gebracht. (Brückentechnologie)
* Grauer Wasserstoff: Wasserstoffherstellung mit aus fossilen Energieträgern. Bei der Gewinnung mit Kohle spricht man auch von braunem Wasserstoff.
* [[wp:Natural_hydrogen|Weißer Wasserstoff]]: Der Wasserstoff wird entweder als Abfallprodukt in anderen chemischen Prozessen gewonnen oder aus natürlichen Quellen: Verwitterung von Gestein.
* Orangener Wasserstoff: Der Wasserstoff wird aktiv aus dem Gesteinen herausgeholt. Im deutschen Sprachraum stammt oranger Wasserstoff aus der Abfallverwertung, insbesondere Biomasse.
* Gelber Wasserstoff: Wasserstoffherstellung mit Strom aus gemischten Quellen.
* Pinker / violetter / rosa Wasserstoff: Wasserstoffherstellung mit Strom aus Kernspaltung.
* Roter Wasserstoff: Wasserstoffherstellung mit Strom aus Kernfusion.


Such an device is meant to provide:
'''Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU)'''
* programmable sensor arrays
* Mit CCU wäre eine universelle Produktion denkbar. Herstellung biologisch abbaubarer Plastik, Rohmaterial für 3D-Printing, DDMP-Mikroelektronik, Carbon-Beton.
* body health survilance by an AI
|}
* phages and antibiotics synthesis (countering bacterial infections)
* mRNA synthesis (countering virus infections)
* ...


Omega chimera are spiritual successors of this tech.
===Energy cells===
A highly international team located at Silver Village perfected the creation of Bose-Einstein Condensates (BEC) with electrons at room temperature shortly after the WCG was founded. This energy storage technology had been in the making for many decades but nonetheless the WCG acclaimed it as its prime example of what "centralized" research could achieve. The BEC batteries had a revolutionary high energy density and short recharge times. Soon they replaced all other battery types. The explosive spread within the market caused overwhelmed recycling capacities so many old batteries ended up illegally dumped and added up to other existing environmental problems.


The WCG pushes the complicated research for hydrogen BEC batteries as it is seen as the green "(non) plus ultra".


==References==
===Supraleiter===
Supraleiter, die bei Raumtemperatur funktionieren (sollen), werden auch (Ultra-)Hochtemperatur-Supraleiter genannt. Es gibt keine einheitliche Theorie, die ihre Existenz vorhersagt und Konstruktion vereinfacht.


<references />
'''Wichtige Eigenschaften:'''
* Leitet fast verlustfrei elektrischen Strom. Der Widerstand ist nahezu null. Als Konsequenz erwärmt sich das Material nur marginal.
* Zeigt [[wp:de:Meißner-Ochsenfeld-Effekt|Meißner-Ochsenfeld-Effekt]]: Supraleitendes Material verdrängt äußere Magnetfelder aus seinem Inneren.
* Zeigt Levitation nicht auf Basis von [[wp:de:Diamagnetismus|Diamagnetismus]], sondern wegen des Meißner-Ochsenfeld-Effekts.


'''Zusätzlich gewünschte Eigenschaften:'''
* Wenn Supraleitfähigkeit nicht bei Normalbedingungen vorliegen kann, sollte Kühlung statt Druck diese Fähigkeit ermöglichen, weil die Umsetzung technisch leichter ist.
* Toleriert hohe Stromdichten, damit das Material industriell interessant ist.
* Einfach in der Herstellung.
* Biegsamkeit (etwa für Kabel und Spulen)
** Silber als Substrat für spröde, keramische Supraleiter, um diese formbar zu machen, wäre ein zusätzlicher Kostentreiber.
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'''Betrugsmöglichkeit:'''
* Nach Publikation der Forschungsarbeiten, die die Herstellung von Supraleiter versprechen, aber noch nicht bestätigt sind, sammelt ein neu gegründetes Unternehmen [https://web.archive.org/web/20230811222609/https://www.golem.de/news/streit-um-supraleiter-lk-99-die-schwierige-suche-nach-der-wahrheit-2308-176337.html Gelder (Risikokapital)], mit dem Versprechen, die Produkt möglich zu machen.


'''Einschränken von Betrugsmöglichkeiten:'''
* Es sollten nur noch Arbeiten publiziert werden, wenn diese sowohl ausgiebige, lückenlose Testdaten als auch eine detaillierte, lückenlose Anleitung zur Replikation enthalten, sodass andere Teams die Ergebnisse so schnell wie möglich bestätigen können.-->


==Silver Dawn==
'''Prioritätensetzung durch die WCG:'''
[...]


==Mind Seal==
Da Ultra-Hochtemperatur-Supraleiter den Energieverbrauch der Menschheit massiv senken würden, plant die WCG eine massive Forschungsförderung dieser Materialien, sobald das "lunare R&D Supergrid" fertiggestellt wurde. Umweltorganisationen warnen, Toxizität und Recyclingfähigkeit der Materialien nicht zu unterschlagen, weil der Masseneinsatz sonst zu neuen Umweltproblemen führt.
===Memory inhibitor===
Based on Pensatore's work which he used on Mukade.


Avatara uses artificial cells to monitor and control the information flow in human brains.
In Wissensgesellschaften sind Skalierung und Effizienzsteigerungen im Bereich Computing und Energiegewinnung, -umwandelung, -speicherung, und -übertragung von besonderer Bedeutung. Nach dem BioCrisis-Desaster beauftragten die technikaffinen WCG-Funktionäre Pensatore mit einer weniger gefährlichen Möglichkeit, gesamtgesellschaftliche Verbesserungen zu finden.<!-- Neben Supraleitern enthielt ihre Liste auch Spintronik, Photonik, Quantum Computing, Hyperentanglement, sowie der Einsatz von höherwertiger Logik.-->


Pensatore: "Avatara, wie würdest du Supraleiter herstellen?"
: "Da es keine einheitliche Theorie zur Hervorsage von Supraleitern gibt, wäre es naheliegend, einen Trial-and-Error/Bruteforce-Ansatz mit möglichst vielen automatisierten Experimentallaboren zu verfolgen. Je mehr Labore zur Verfügung stehen, desto mehr Varianten können in einer Zeiteinheit getestet werden. Varianten seien Materialien sowohl unter Normalbedingungen als auch unter [[#Conditional_materials|Nichtnormalebedingungen]]. Letztgenannte wären insbesondere DDMP, die zusätzlich unter unterschiedlichen Bedingungen getestet werden: Temperatur, Druck, Zugkräfte, [https://www.mpg.de/9942583/supraleitung-fulleren-lichtinduziert Licht] und Stromdichte. Das ist quasi das [[wp:de:Infinite-Monkey-Theorem|Infinite-Monkey-Theorem]], das aber mit einem systemischen Testen umgesetzt wird. Materialwissenschaftler könnte weiterhin Materialien und Wertebereiche vorschlagen, also diese Experimente priorisieren, von denen sie glauben, dass sie am ehesten zum Erfolg führen. -- Man könnte auch versuchen, den gewünschten supraleitenden Zustand in bekannten ''Basismaterialien'' zu simulieren und von dort aus immer neue Varianten virtuell und dann real zu testen, die den gewünschten Zielbedingungen am nächsten kommen."
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Avataras A7-Matrix-Material hat als erster Vertreter supraleitender Materialien unter Normalbedingungen die zweite elektrische Revolution eingeleitet.-->


==Phase Cloak==
Phase cloak devices were jointly developed by Silver Village and Green Village. A highly fluent adhesive with the behavior and logic of [[wp:Physarum_polycephalum|Physarum polycephalum]] engulfs its wearer. In its high-energy state, the device undergoes a phase shift, basically becoming a smart metamaterial complex. The wearer gets invisible to 99 percent. Though it was a completely different technology by then, the first batch was embarrassingly shipped with the wrong manual describing the principles of the prototype. The mass-produced device does not damage its wearer's molecular bonding but suffers from a burnout effect, strongly limiting its usage.


==Beyond Dragons==
==Weapons==
As the new protagonists awaken from their long sleep, the solar system lays in chaos.
===Wireless mid-range taser===
The WCG weapon manufactures discontinued VDG pistols in favor of compressed graphite powder based tasers. The conducting graphite gets synthesized in the post-firing phase to ready the next round.  


Earth disappeared. And where did all the humans go?
===Electrolaser===
The WCG experimented with [[wp:Electrolaser|electrolasers]] to secure facilities against lightning strikes. A laser-induced plasma channel takes the lightning to the ground at a secure place.


A dangerous space journey begins. It's a fight for survival against one own mind, against friends, against enemies and against space itself.
This technology cannot be used for normal hand-held weapons as both start and end point are at danger and the usage depends on the weather. Also, creating a laser-induced plasma channel require huge amount of energy in the first place.


Eventually they discover creatures. Are those aliens or biological remnants of humans that have passed long time ago?
'''Lightning thrower'''


What will you do to get "home"? How much can you endure?
At GV the rebels created a mech with two LIPC fire modes. In both cases the mech functions as a mobile relay station.
* GV fusion reactor can be used to power the mech's LIPC and the additionally applied current.
* In the second mode, the mech creates two LIPC to first trigger a lightning strike and then reroutes the energy with a second LIPC to enemy forces.


The group reaches the alleged location of human live. What they find is an hostile society that stigmatizes them as memetic and biological hazard material.
===Plasma weapon===
The accelerating plasma bolt rests in a graphene-coated bubble that is self propelling due to a plasma jet. The bubble is magnetized causing electrons to be attracted and fueling a contraction mechanism. The positive charged protons are repelled and can escape only through one opening. When the bolt collapses on contact it causes shock, burn, and blast damage.


===[[Heavy_weapons|Heavy weapons]]===
{| class="wikitable"
|style="background-color:#EEE"|
*[[Heavy_weapons#Vacuum_bomb|Vacuum bomb]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Auto-aiming|Auto aiming weapons (like CIWS)]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Railgun|Rail gun]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Gatling_guns|Gatling guns]]
*[[Heavy_weapons#Metal_Storm|Metal Storm]]
----
(hypothetical)
*laser-induced plasma beam in tempests [https://web.archive.org/web/20130205205915/http://www.g-o.de/wissen-aktuell-8091-2008-04-15.html (src)]
*[[wp:Bose–Einstein condensate|BEC]] + pyroelectric fusion <!-- problem: temperature difference, solution: see term "emergence" -->
|}


===Isotopes economy===
Mining rare earth elements became more and more difficult.


==Health care==
===Cold plasma===
[...] (First chapter)


When production and use of 2D materials in the industry became common, a new hype was kicked off.
===Individualized overkill of bacteria colonies===
A way to overcome antibiotic resistance.


The combination of few base materials called for research in doping, defects, monroe pattern recipes.
Persistent bacterial infections must be understood as a war against the human body. They shouldn't be simply fought with single methods, they should be eradicated with an overkill approach.
* hospitals that take hygiene serious (like in the Netherlands, see their "search and destroy" policy)
* combination of cold plasma, quorum sensing blocker, different antibiotics and an individualized phages therapy (bacteria must not be allowed to develop adaptions)
** Bakteriophagen: Spezifisch. Höchst effektiv in Kombination mit Antibiotika, da Bakterien sich nicht oder zumindest extrem schlecht gegen Gifte und Phagen gleichzeitig anpassen können. Günstig in der Herstellung. "Dosis im Centbereich." (Stehen die Pharmariesen hier auf der Bremse?) Schon lange in der Forschung - und in der Anwendung in Osteuropa (insbesondere Georgien). -- [https://www.3sat.de/wissen/nano/250320-sendung-gletscherschmelze-nano-100.html "Rettende Viren aus dem Slum" (12:25)]
* repopulating with friendly flora to prevent reinfection (this might be a persons own, healthy ''flora'' saved before antibiotic treatment)


And while in use the materials can be forced to switch properties by applying all kind of stimuli: pressure, light, electric current, etc.
===Mobile health care===
This technology is not actively worked on as it is highly restricted. (WCG SP)


Research was further accelerated by AI and QC. The golden age of material science began.
Such an device is meant to provide:
* programmable sensor arrays
* body health surveillance by an AI
* phages and antibiotics synthesis (countering bacterial infections)
* mRNA synthesis (countering virus infections and cancer)
* ...


[...]
Omega chimera are spiritual successors of this tech.


Nuclear waste became a valuable resource. Instead of burying accumulated dangerous radioactive matter under mountains, people initiated a new recycle program.
===Counter virus===
The distribution of vaccines takes too long. To counter severe pandamics WCG developed a new emergency concept: viruses that are less dangerous and spread faster than the natural variants can be brought into public. Similar surface properties deliver the wanted immunization.


Keeping the matter protected for a million years was problematic. It was expensive with no guarantee of geological stability of the dumping sides.
Due to mutation and recombination concerns the WCG decided to not use this new instrument of mass vaccination.


Uran and other radioactive isotopes were going to be recycled in DDMP recipes in the next thousand years. Increased cancer rates were compensated by new medical invention.
: Red herring: This is echoing in Hasegawa words in first chapter. Something about "moral compass of WCG". (Dealing with overpopulation. "[[wp:Ghost_in_the_Shell:_Stand_Alone_Complex|Stand alone complex]]" / pseudo conspiracy?)


With ever spreading bioc grid it became possible to store currently not needed amounts in the far beneath the groundwater layers.
<!--[...]


[...]
Variants with different spreading methods are used to help areas that were already infected with the natural, dangerous version.


This is to help the new variants "to win the race" while hygienic measures are applied that block the natural replication routes.


[...]
-->


===Aether===
==Silver Dawn==
This draws on [[#Molecular printing]].
[...]


Actually "earthbound" printing would be much easier, but maybe there are conditions (a gas planet?) that justify airborne printing. At least it would be fun and epic...
==Mind Seal==
Mind Seal beschreibt konkrete Technologien und im weiteren Sinne einen Zeitabschnitt. Der Sturz der Menschen in eine Epoche, die so nie beabsichtigt war.


In the manga Blame you can see characters pop into existence, somehow simply growing. In Oni, similar can be achieved by molecular printing. A Gaia and [[wp:Aether_(mythology)|Aether]] environment isn't absolute necessary but very helpful. At the scene, molecular machines - invisible to the human eye - carry out the construction. Airborne particles have a less density than in liquids or solid aggregates, so in order to speed up the process, strong air streams are forced towards the construction core. The sky will overcloud and even a controlled tornado can emerge.
Der Interessenkampf verschiedener Parteien hätte in einer absolut totalitären Welt geendet. Avatara kann dies nur verhindern in dem er im letzten Moment den Verstand der Menschen versiegelt.


The heat sources or magnetic fields would determine the motion of the wind. Inverse tornado wouldn't lift the entity to build.
: Avatara resümierte: "Die Menschen haben mit dem Feuer neuer Technologien gespielt und sich die Hände verbrannt."


There would be some kind of collector and filter structures attached to the "core".
Er plant die Aufhebung der Siegel mit der Reparatur bzw. der Etablierung einer Biokratie. Dazu muss erst der Einfluss der Controller Group, von Shin und anderen entfernt werden.


Electricity can be harnessed from charged clouds, [[wp:Harvesting_lightning_energy#Directed_plasma_channels|with]] or without lightning. Or simply from the ground (Bioc power grid).
Auf dem Weg dahin hat er mit der Eigendynamik des entgleisten Gaia-Systems zu kämpfen.


===Memory inhibitor===
Based on Pensatore's work which he used on Mukade.
Avatara uses artificial cells to monitor and control the information flow in human brains.
==Extended reality==
[...]
Durch die von Shin's Shintoismus eingefärbte Fehlinterpretationen wurden unter anderem Species Avatare reale Existenzen.
Im Kontext eines Bioc-Grids können von Gaia ermächtigte Lebewesen auf Information zugreifen, sie visualisieren und in physische Form bringen. Von den Menschen mit einem Mind Seal wird dies gemeinhin als Magie wahrgenommen. Mit der Zeit entwickeln sich Gesten und Rituale, die Teil von "Zaubersprüchen" sind.
==Beyond Dragons==
As the new protagonists awaken from their long sleep, the solar system lays in chaos.
Earth disappeared. And where did all the humans go?
A dangerous space journey begins. It's a fight for survival against one own mind, against friends, against enemies and against space itself.
Eventually they discover creatures. Are those aliens or biological remnants of humans that have passed long time ago?
What will you do to get "home"? How much can you endure?
The group reaches the alleged location of human live. What they find is an hostile society that stigmatizes them as memetic and biological hazard material.
===2D materials and isotopes economy===
Mining rare earth elements became more and more difficult.
When production and use of 2D materials in the industry became common, a new hype was kicked off.
The combination of few base materials called for research in '''doping, defects and [https://www.google.com/search?q=Moir%C3%A9+pattern+graphene moiré] pattern''' recipes.


===Biology made from condensed matter?===
And while in use the materials can be forced to switch properties by applying all kind of stimuli: pressure, light, electric current, etc.
Possibilities of synthetic biology can be extended by [[wp:Xeno_nucleic_acid|XNA]], adding new nucleic acids to the "alphabet".


Now, what would happen if you even learn how to use even more [[wp:Table_of_nuclides|isotopes]] and stick only to atoms and molecules that can be condensed?
Research was further accelerated by AI and QC. The golden age of material science began.
 
Pokemon! I always wondered how do these animals fit into such tiny space? Answer: the ball contains pools for fermionic condensates and a memory for the genetic and anatomic blueprints. Of course you need a techno sphere (gaia or whatever) to reach ultra cool temperatures, do fast scans and later on the printing.
 
This technology is reserved for Beyond Dragons.
 
 
===Omega Chimera===
Basically networking humans with an revamped Daodan.
 
Their Daodan genome can now be changed by will.
 
Gaia picks up the transformation task. It has enough computing power and a database to virtually develop any desired adaption or cybernetic implant.
 
OCs can combine their neuronal resources.
 
"Green OCs" are made of biological cells and SLD cells in equal shares.
 
"Grey OCs" are purely made of SLD cells (nano bots).
 
----
 
RL examples that goes into direction Omega Chimera:
* [https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/blog/researchers-develop-regenerative-medicine-breakthrough Chip-based cell reprogramming]
* [https://phys.org/news/2017-08-synthetic-genomics-unveils-digital-to-biological-digital.html bioprinting]
 
===[[wp:Nuremberg_Funnel|Nürnberger Trichter]]===
They made it...


[...]
Nuclear waste became a valuable resource. Instead of burying accumulated dangerous radioactive matter under mountains, people initiated a new recycle program.
Keeping the matter protected for a million years was problematic. It was expensive with no guarantee of geological stability of the dumping sides.
Uranium and other radioactive isotopes were going to be recycled in '''DDMP''' recipes in the next two thousand years. Increased cancer rates were countered by new medical inventions such as mRNA cancer vaccines.
With a continuously spreading and evolving bioc grid it became possible to store currently not needed amounts far beneath any groundwater layer and repair geological instabilities.
[...]
Material autarky: the ultimate goal should be to able to collect and process elements from air, fresh and salt water, and any kind of ground. The remixing (also printing) of few elements in 2D and 3D materials (DDMP) enables fast space colonization and survival of mankind.
[...]
After hydrogen and DDMP, a new kind of carbon industry can be expected.
[...]
===''Conditional'' materials===
In order to survive in space new designs for machines, electronics, and so on take advantage of external conditions and phase changes. Extreme pressure, currents, EM fields, heat, coldness, radiation and plasma are not avoided but used to have the actual material.
Inspiration / food for thought:
* different phases of water
* metallic hydrogen
* ultra high temperature superconductivity (e.g. in plasma)
===Aether===
This draws on [[#Molecular printing|molecular printing]].
Actually "earthbound" printing would be much easier, but maybe there are conditions (a gas planet?) that justify airborne printing. At least it would be fun and epic...
In the manga Blame you can see characters pop into existence, somehow simply growing. In Oni, similar can be achieved by molecular printing. A Gaia and [[wp:Aether_(mythology)|Aether]] environment isn't absolute necessary but very helpful. At the scene, molecular machines - invisible to the human eye - carry out the construction. Airborne particles have a less density than in liquids or solid aggregates, so in order to speed up the process, strong air streams are forced towards the construction core. The sky will overcloud and even a controlled tornado can emerge.
The heat sources or magnetic fields would determine the motion of the wind. Inverse tornado wouldn't lift the entity to build.
There would be some kind of collector and filter structures attached to the "core".
Electricity can be harnessed from charged clouds, [[wp:Harvesting_lightning_energy#Directed_plasma_channels|with]] or without lightning. Or simply from the ground (Bioc power grid).
'''Aether AI'''
Sensors and computing capacities can be built with diamond particles.
* https://phys.org/news/2024-10-diamond-atmosphere-cool-planet.html
* https://phys.org/news/2024-10-harnessing-diamond-imperfections-frontier-quantum.html
See also: [[Talk:Restless_Souls/Summary#:~:text=the-,Tanzania,craton|Tanzania craton]]
===Biology made from condensed matter?===
Possibilities of synthetic biology can be extended by [[wp:Xeno_nucleic_acid|XNA]], adding new nucleic acids to the "alphabet".
Now, what would happen if you even learn how to use even more [[wp:Table_of_nuclides|isotopes]] and stick only to atoms and molecules that can be condensed?
Pokemon! I always wondered how do these animals fit into such tiny space? Answer: the ball contains pools for fermionic condensates and a memory for the genetic and anatomic blueprints. Of course you need a techno sphere (gaia or whatever) to reach ultra cool temperatures, do fast scans and later on the printing.
This technology is reserved for Beyond Dragons.
===Omega Chimera===
Basically networking humans with an revamped Daodan.
Their Daodan genome can now be changed by will.
Gaia picks up the transformation task. It has enough computing power and a database to virtually develop any desired adaption or cybernetic implant.
OCs can combine their neuronal resources.
"Green OCs" are made of biological cells and SLD cells in equal shares.
"Grey OCs" are purely made of SLD cells (nano bots).
----
RL examples that goes into direction Omega Chimera:
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20250617145327/https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/our-stories/researchers-develop-regenerative-medicine-breakthrough Chip-based cell reprogramming]
* [https://phys.org/news/2017-08-synthetic-genomics-unveils-digital-to-biological-digital.html bioprinting]
===[[wp:Nuremberg_Funnel|Nürnberger Trichter]]===
They made it...
===Biocracy===
[Merge with Summary page.]
Each human in more or less specialized due to his profession. So it happens that in specific discussions, there are always people lacking the specific background information. In theory it's possible to acquire the information but jobs with high amount of working hours prevent that from happening in real life. Free time is more likely spend on social activities, fitness and entertainment.
:The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
:: - Winston Churchill


===Biocracy===
Democracy shouldn't be given up, it should be upgraded.
temporary redirect [[Restless_Souls/Summary#Biocracy]]?


A biocracy can be seen as an expert society or technocracy but it doesn't ignore social demands since every citizen is taken into account. It's by citizens for citizens.
Biocracy 1.0


Through the interconnection of minds and help from the Gaia AI, the decision making is also direct democratic.
'''[[Restless_Souls/Summary#Biocracy|(...)]]'''


:The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with the average voter.
The Gaia AI also actively researches the causes of [[wp:The_Wisdom_of_Crowds#Failures_of_crowd_intelligence|wrong decisions]] and starts in new areas only with fully supervised seed groups.
:: - Winston Churchill


Each human in more or less specialized due to his profession. So it happens that in specific discussions, there are always people lacking the specific background information. In theory it's possible to acquire the information but de facto jobs with high amount of working hours prevent that from happening. Free time is more likely spend on social activities, fitness and entertainment.
Biocracy 2.0


OCs on the other hand, have more free time and can acquire expertise almost in an instant. They are like walking libraries of specific Wikipedia pages and share these in an instant. Gaia separates facts from bias before compressing, caching and forwarding the information. That way, over time more and more purified knowledge is available for everyone. Neurological repairs and enhancement ensure the IQ and mental fitness required for complex information even up to the old age. Everyone can become an expert in any field.
Omega-Chimeras on the other hand, have more free time and can acquire expertise almost in an instant. They are like walking miniature Wikipedia versions and can share knowledge in an instant. Gaia separates facts from bias before compressing, caching and forwarding the information. That way, over time more and more purified knowledge is available for everyone. Neurological repairs and enhancement ensure the IQ and mental fitness required for complex information even up to the old age. Everyone can become an expert in any field.


Direct democracy gets less and less flawed by individuals foreign to a specific topic or opinions formed in cracker-barrel groups.
Direct democracy gets less and less flawed by individuals foreign to a specific topic or opinions formed in cracker-barrel groups.
The Gaia AI actively researches the causes of [[wp:The_Wisdom_of_Crowds#Failures_of_crowd_intelligence|wrong decisions]] and starts in new areas only with fully supervised seed groups.


==Nature's Decision==
==Nature's Decision==
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Think about the universe as a constantly flowing river and the machine is a water mile.
Think about the universe as a constantly flowing river and the machine is a water mile.


The inventors' motivation was to escape a thermodynamical dead when even the last star has died. If big rips doesn't happen you could go on living - you would have bought time, infinite time.
The inventors' motivation was to escape a thermodynamical death when even the last star has died. If big rips doesn't happen you could go on living - you would have bought time, infinite time.




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The logical completion is powered by a network of trillions of [[wp:Matrioshka_brain|Matrioshka brains]] and other megastructures.
The logical completion is powered by a network of trillions of [[wp:Matrioshka_brain|Matrioshka brains]] and other megastructures.


==Technologies not quite existing in RS==
Normal time-travel is highly resource-intensive, impractical and only the time-traveler does profit.
The location and time of the out point cannot be precisely calculated - if at all - as the planet is in unknown motion made up by it's own spin motion, orbiting the sun, orbiting in the galaxy core, orbiting in the cluster core, moving within the filament. The outpoint might be a massive plantar or stellar object or in the depth of galactic voids resulting in death of the traveler.


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