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Scientists Develop Incredible Thinking Cap

Posted October 01, 2008 8:49 AM

From CNET News.com:

If you've always thought you were a wonderful singer, but somehow failed to produce your best in karaoke bars, scientists may have found a solution. At last, some of the world's finest brains have gotten together to release the finest parts of everyone's brain. Yes, soon you may be able to buy your own thinking cap, put it on, and be the person you always thought you could be.

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10/02/2008 1:13 PM

A cap to help you think? Shoot, that's old hat!

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10/02/2008 7:28 PM

Reminds me of 'Flowers for Algernon' or 'Charlie'...

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10/02/2008 9:35 PM

I've managed quite well, using one of my own design thank you.

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10/04/2008 11:23 AM

What do you think of that? Not much, you say. Well maybe you need one to help you think!

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