It's so cool that even today, there is basic research that can be done in your bedroom with simple chemicals and a solid understanding of evolution.

I'm fascinated by teenagers who do breakthrough scientific research.

Another example:

http://pandawhale.com/post/17470/the-16-year-old-who-created-a-cheap-accurate-cancer-sensor-is-now-building-a-tricorder-with-other-genius-kids

I no longer have to weep for our future. These teenagers make me proud!

I look forward to the day when I have a bio reactor in my garage creating fuel for my cars... I also look forward to the day when I have a garage....

The only thing you'd use a bio reactor for is creating car fuel?

Doesn't this teenager inspire you to want to do more? :) :) :)