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Podcast: The Master of None
Episode: The Science and Practical Applications of Super Recognisers
Description: In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of "super recognisers." Coined by Harvard and University College London researchers in 2009, super recognisers are individuals with exceptional face recognition abilities, able to memorize and recall thousands of faces even after seeing them only once.
Join us as we explore the science behind this phenomenon, including its potential link to the fusiform face area part of the brain. We also discuss how super recognisers are being employed by the British intelligence community and law enforcement agencies, including the London Metropolitan Police and Scotland Yard, for identifying suspects captured on CCTV footage.
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