The growing uses of virtual environments
By Mark Heyne • Jun 11, 2014
Example of a computer generated 3D image for use in medicine
Dr. Michael Richardson
Dr. Adam Kiefer
Computer-generated virtual environments have been commonly used in training programs for first responders, pilots, and members of the military. But they also have a wide variety of other potential uses, from industry to medicine. Joining us to discuss the educational and practical applications of virtual environments, 3D modeling and virtual reality software are Chris Collins, project manager at the University of Cincinnati Center for Simulations & Virtual Environments Research; Dr. Michael Richardson, associate professor at the UC Center for Cognition, Action, and Perception; and Dr. Adam Kiefer, TEAM VR Laboratory director at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center''s Division of Sports Medicine.
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Zeroing in on the causes of premature birth
By Ann Thompson • May 19, 2014
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With the opening of The NICU Family Support Program at UC Medical Center, The March of Dimes, UC and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center have another element in their multi-pronged approach of studying and helping parents deal with preterm labor.
Cincinnati Childrens is making antibiotics last longer
By Ann Thompson • Apr 23, 2014
A computer progam called VigiLanz is Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center's new secret weapon in treating and preventing "superbugs," and consequently making antibiotics last longer.
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