I came across this today.... I have so many mixed feelings about this. It's cool in a geeky way, but also somewhat morbid and creepy.
http://www.lifegem.com/secondary/whatisLG2006.aspx
http://www.lifegem.com/secondary/whatisLG2006.aspx
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