A new approach to detecting abnormalities in organ tissue, particularly in relation to minimal access surgery, is presented. Prototype sensors, based on piezoresistive material, were developed and assembled into a forceps for evaluation on simulated diseased tissue. Data on the resilience and location of phantom tumours were recorded and displayed visually for ease of interpretation. Both single sensor and multiple sensor arrays (one- and two-dimensional) were manufactured and tested.
be received and adopted, and the recommendations carried into effect. The minutes contain a suggestion to slightly alter the ninth section of the Bill, and to consult Dr. Cameron as to the course the Committee should pursue this session. The minutes of the Scientific Grants Committee of the 7th instant were read, and it was Resolved: That the minutes of the Scientific Grants Committee be zeceived, approved, and the recommendations carried into effect. Read: Minutes of the Stewart and Middlemore Funds Subcommittee of to-day's date. Resolved: That the minutes of the Stewart and Middlemore Funds Subcommittee be received and approved, and the recommendations carried into effect. The minutes contain a recommendation that the 6500 presented by Mr. Middlemore be invested in 4 per cent. North British Railway Debenture Stock. Resolved: That the name of the Stewart and Middlemore Funds Subcommittee be in future, "The TRUST FUNDS Subcommittee". CORRESPONDENCE, WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS. SIR,-A state of things exists in this Belgravian and Chelsea quarter of London, which, however perplexing to the unprofessional mind, may have some good medical reason for it. We are assailed with lamentable appeals on behalf of a hospital for women on one side, and a hospital for children on the other, while the men provide for their own medical
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