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.
We examine the practical applications of this unique skill and how it has been used in high-profile cases such as the 2018 Sergei and Yulia Skripal attack in Salisbury. Additionally, we take a look at the growing use of super recognisers in police forces worldwide, such as in the aftermath of the 2020 Stuttgart riot. Tune in to learn more about this fascinating skill and its potential implications for law enforcement and national security.
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