All in the mind: The 'telepathy' chip that lets you turn on the TV using the power of thought

By David Derbyshire

Last updated at 8:54 AM on 03rd September 2009

A ‘telepathy’ chip that allows people to control computers, televisions and light switches by the power of thought is being developed by British scientists.

The tiny sensor would sit on the surface of the brain, picking up the electrical activity of nerve cells and passing the signal wirelessly to a receiver on the skull.

The signal would then be used to control a cursor on a computer screen, operate electronic gadgets or steer an electric wheelchair.

Think about it: Dr Jon Spratley's chip allows people to control computers, televisions and light switches by the power of thought

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