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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Science
James Randerson

Science Weekly: The Mind's Eye

This week, James Randerson is joined by brain and cognition scientist Martin Monti to discuss the computerised mind-reading technique that raises the possibility of, one day, being able to visualise a person's thoughts or even their dreams.

Also in the show, we hear from John Beddington - the UK government's new chief scientific advisor - and his thoughts on populations and biofuels. Are they really more important and more urgent than climate change?

Plus, we're at ESA's latest launch, hear exclusively from Sweden's only astronaunt - and shoot down in flames the crisp company that's hoping to advertise in space.

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Also, a note for your diaries. Our friends from the IgNobel Awards are in the UK this week. Have a look here to see the dates.

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