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Scientists Are Researching a Device That Can Induce Lucid Dreams on Demand::The startup behind Halo is aiming for a future where a wearable headband can give people the experience of awakening in a lucid dream.

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (4 children)

Good luck. What's the eventual purpose though?

[–] [email protected] 24 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Creating batteries for the machines.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago
[–] [email protected] 13 points 1 year ago

Sex dreams you can control

[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Recreation? Not everything strictly needs practical purposes. I'd certainly buy one if it's affordable. Though it might have medical or therapeutic use.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 1 year ago

Treatment of persistent nightmares as part of psychotherapy? If they can get this thing certified as a medical device they can jack up the price by 500% no problem.