Is Protein Folding the next AI wave?

In this episode of Technocracy Podcast, hosts Ajay and Loong dive into a variety of fascinating topics at the intersection of science, technology, and society. From the cutting-edge advancements in protein folding with AlphaFold to the surge in cocoa prices impacting global markets, they explore the stories shaping our world today.

Discover how traditional weather balloons are evolving with new tech like Windborne Systems' reusable models and LIDAR, and learn about innovative mosquito control solutions using Wolbachia bacteria and CRISPR to combat deadly diseases like dengue. They also discuss diamond storage technology—a futuristic method for long-term data preservation.

Topics Covered:

• Protein folding breakthroughs and AlphaFold 3
• Cocoa prices and supply chain disruptions
• Modernizing weather prediction with advanced tech
• Innovations in mosquito population control and public health
• Diamond storage for robust data archival

Check out Ajay’s Stuff:

• EntryLevel: https://entrylevel.net
• Website: https://ajays.quest

Check out Loong’s Stuff:

• QDX: https://www.qdx.co/ 
• Automera: https://automeratx.com/

TIMESTAMPS:

[00:00:00] Introduction to Protein Folding

[00:00:45] Importance of Protein Structure in Biology

[00:01:04] Cocoa Prices Surge and Supply Chain Disruptions

[00:03:00] Role of Futures Markets in Commodity Stability

[00:07:42] Single-Use Weather Balloons and Environmental Impact

[00:10:00] Windborne Systems’ Reusable Balloons

[00:13:00] LIDAR for Weather Prediction

[00:26:58] Wolbachia-Infected Mosquitoes for Dengue Control

[00:29:00] CRISPR-Based Genetic Engineering of Mosquitoes

[00:36:13] The Global Impact of Mosquito-Borne Diseases

[00:40:10] Diamond Storage Technology Overview

[00:42:47] Comparison with Traditional Storage Media

[00:44:07] Applications of Diamond Storage for Archival Use

[00:45:55] Closing Remarks and Clickbait Humor

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