You got a lighter I need to do some Electroporation
J. Utley, P. Rhodes, J. Hill
DEF CON 32 Creator Stage · Day 1 · Creator Stage
In an era where scientific advancement often feels confined to well-funded laboratories and academic institutions, "You got a lighter? I need to do some Electroporation" presented a refreshing and provocative vision for the democratization of biotechnology. Delivered by Dr. James Utley, alongside Phil Rhodes and the mystical "Post Six Ninja" Josh Hill of Viva Securis and Syndicate Laboratories, this DEF CON 32 talk unveiled a low-cost, portable **electroporator** constructed from a common barbecue lighter. The core message resonated deeply with the hacker ethos: complex scientific techniques, particularly genetic engineering, should be accessible to "the people," fostering curiosity and innovation beyond traditional gatekeepers.