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Yes, they are. One in five scientists pop a pill or two to boost their brain power according to a survey published in Britain.

So it is not just the professional players any more. Close to 15 hundred scientists, mostly American, were surveyed for the research. One in five said they take drugs not for any medical reasons but just to improve their performance. And they are the ones running our scientific institutions and centers for higher education. Among those pill popping scientists, three in five use pills regularly, even daily. Their favorite pills are Ritalin, used by 60%, and Provigil, used by half of them. They take the pills to improve their concentration and ability to think better. These pills, or the study aids, are also popular in college campuses. Of course, everyone taking the pill says it is not big deal - they can stop at any time.

What about the rest 80% of the scientists? They do not take drugs themselves, but they strongly defend their right to take pills. They see no problem with the habit or students taking pills for exams.