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Why You're No Einstein.


Are geniuses like everyone else, only smarter? Or are they equipped with superior brains? Scientists studying Albert Einstein's brain The brain of Albert Einstein has often been a subject of research and speculation. Einstein's brain was removed within seven hours of his death. The brain has attracted attention because of Einstein's reputation for being one of the foremost geniuses of the 20th century, and apparent  have found an extra little chunk of gray matter that may have given him an edge in developing his mind-bending mind-bending
adj.
Intensely affecting the mind, especially to the extent of producing hallucinations.
 theories of space and time.
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Title Annotation:Albert Einstein's brain revealed an extra section that may have given him insight into space and time
Publication:New York Times Upfront
Article Type:Brief Article
Geographic Code:1USA
Date:Sep 6, 1999
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