Mindreader? Yes, you are
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Theory of mind is a concept discovered in the 1980s, whereby the brains of all normal people more than five years old can work out what other people are thinking. According to a Tufts University philosopher, Daniel Dennett, people use theory of mind constantly, as is indicated by the thought processes of people watching a film and their understanding of what the characters in the plot are thinking. Research into the concept could help autistic people, part of whose brain is damaged.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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Don't fear your inner alien
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Ancient viruses could have played a key role in some significant stages in human evolution, according to research undertaken at the University of California at Irvine. It is possible that genes from viruses became incorporated into human chromosomes many thousands of years ago.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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The future of waste disposal
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The use of lifeforms such as bacteria and plants as part of a waste recycling system is discussed. Particular attention is given to the concept of Living Machines, which are able to break down a range of waste products.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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