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Today's topics:

Genomics for engineers explained - A genomics primer breaks down cells, DNA, chromosomes, genes, and proteins in plain language for engineers and computer scientists. The bigger theme is personalized medicine, genotype-phenotype links, and why biology literacy now matters across tech.

Full-body ultrasound prototype emerges - A prototype full-body ultrasound system combines 40 probes, synchronized hardware, and software reconstruction to create broader internal imaging. It matters for medical engineering, imaging innovation, and the future of scalable diagnostic tools.

Digital games and lost ownership - A new argument around PlayStation's shift away from discs says the real issue is ownership, not nostalgia. Keywords here are digital rights, DRM, preservation, resale, subscriptions, and consumer control in gaming.

Industrial capacity and sovereignty - One essay reframes U.S. independence as a story of engineering, manufacturing, and industrial policy rather than politics alone. The takeaway connects supply chains, repairability, shipbuilding, and national sovereignty in a fragile global economy.

Why app support disappoints - The owner of Castro says hands-on human support often creates frustration unless it leads to a real fix. It's a useful lens on customer service, subscriptions, bug reports, product strategy, and the growing debate over AI versus human support.

Museum analytics uncover hidden art - The Art Institute of Chicago's API includes a flag for artworks barely viewed on its website, surfacing an unusual use of analytics in culture. That raises questions about discovery, attention, archives, and how institutions can spotlight overlooked pieces.

Open documentation for maker craft - A massive homemade beanbag and footbag guide turns a niche craft into a reproducible, well-documented process. It highlights open knowledge, patterns, prototyping, and why detailed documentation still matters in hands-on communities.

-Introduction to Cells, DNA, Chromosomes, and Genomes
-Art Institute API Flags Least-Viewed Artworks
-How Industrial Capacity Built American Sovereignty
-Castro Owner Says Human Support Was Not the Differentiator He Expected
-PlayStation’s Shift to Digital Raises Ownership and Preservation Fears
-Comprehensive Guide to Homemade Juggling Beanbags
-Kyrall Launches AI Platform for Parametric 3D Modeling
-Open Tools launches repairable, r