LCD Screens Into Surgical Tools


	LCD Screens Into Surgical Tools

cakebelly

7-27-2009 4:43 PM

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cakebelly says:

The molecule is compatible with a range of bioactive compounds, so you could create an automatically infection-free rebuilding sponge for any number of accidents.

Now we just need to get something out of old cellphones and we'll be immortal.

Luke McKinney

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7-27-2009 6:03 PM

The Infowarrior

I am dubious about the safety of this. Lcd screens contain mercury along with a few other nasty things.
I can't help wondering if 100% safety could be guaranted?

7-28-2009 2:19 PM

JohnWaterman

Nothing you do, no medicine you take, no food you eat is 100% safe. Nothing.

7-28-2009 2:56 PM

The Infowarrior

True but you can at least take precautions to minimise risk.

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