# Genomics for engineers explained & Full-body ultrasound prototype emerges - Hacker News (Jul 6, 2026)

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Podcast: [The Automated Daily - Hacker News Edition](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-automated-daily-hacker-news-edition-6639591)
Published: 2026-07-06T12:19:38+00:00
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