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Robert Harriss dystopian thriller The Fear Index explores the conflict between the logical, data-driven reactions of artificial intelligence and the primal, emotional responses of humankind. Exploring this theme, BBC journalist David Sillito took part in a unique experiment
which used data to measure his emotional response to reading The Fear Index. Using the latest neurometric technology, Davids brainfunctions were recorded in real-time as he read the opening chapter. Measuring levels of emotion and concentration to uncover his subconscious
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engagement with the book, the experiment illustrates how data can be aggregated to tell its own story. www.thefearindex.com
Creative concept by Blend London Data by MindLab Design by Accept & Proceed
Key to Chapter One page 3 Hoffmann had retreated to his study clutching the mysterious book. page 7 As fear rises to an extreme pitch, the dreadful scream of terror is heard. page 8 Now Hoffmann was wide awake. page 13 The alarm had already been de-activated. page 15 It is the voice of pure fear. page 16 The security lights cut out. page 17 Hoffmanns heart was pumping so fast he could hear the rush of his own pulse. page 19 Oh God, Hoffmann whispered, God, God.