Mind reading

Mind reading refers to the ability to comprehend and often predict what someone is thinking about or extract specific information from someones memory. This can be achieved through technology such as the Galaran memory device or the Memory recall device or through physical advancement such as near-ascension. When affected by a Ascension machine, Rodney McKay was able to read the current thoughts of people around him, which led to an awkward moment between himself and Dr. Rafaela Esposito.