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Scientists develop method for verifying safety of computer-controlled devices

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Apr 20, 2009 | popularity 2 / 5 (3) | comments 1

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science have developed a new method for systematically identifying bugs in aircraft collision avoidance systems, high-speed train controls and other complex, ...


Researchers find robotic repair for vaginal prolapse has significant benefits

Medicine & Health / Diseases

created Nov 09, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New Mayo Clinic research has found that robotic surgery for vaginal prolapse dramatically reduces patient hospital stay and recovery time. These findings are being presented this week at the North Central Section of the American ...


Researchers Develop Breast Biopsy Robot

Medicine & Health / Research

created Feb 10, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

(PhysOrg.com) -- The results of proof-of-feasibility studies lead the researchers to believe that routine medical procedures such as breast biopsies will be performed in the future with minimal human guidance, and at greater ...


Robotic surgery lowers risk of a rare but serious complication of gastric bypass

Medicine & Health / Other

created Sep 24, 2008 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The use of a robot to assist with the most commonly performed weight-loss surgery appears to significantly lower a patient's risk of developing a rare but serious complication, according to a study published in the most recent ...


Robotic surgery extends benefits to bladder cancer patients at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell

Medicine & Health / Other

created Jul 30, 2008 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Robotic surgery, largely pioneered for prostate cancer surgery, is rapidly being adapted for use in other areas, including for bladder cancer patients. Urologic surgeons at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical ...