“I am now able to perceive magnetic fields in ways not naturally possible. The sensation is different than holding a magnet, as the neurons are stimulated with a higher resolution. With the implant I can detect subtle changes in polarity and strength that I cannot when equipped with a magnet in the conventional manner.” – Sensory Experimentation Somatosensory ExtensionReflections by Todd M Huffman. – The Gift of Magnetic Vision interview with Todd M Huffman on a radical body modification site. !Warning fairly graphic photos of the implantation of the tiny silicone covered neodymium bar magnet in his finger! I’d never do this because of health and aesthetic reasons, but his account of his newly aquired magnetic sense is fascinating. I’m tempted to epoxy a magnet to a finger tip to get some sense of magnetic sense. Or maybe I’ll wuss out and use a bandaid. Via Linkfilter

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