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Materials for Biomedical Simulation

Author : Arnab Chanda
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9819950643
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (199 download)

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Download or read book Materials for Biomedical Simulation written by Arnab Chanda and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-10-28 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book provides an overview of prospective material simulants for hard tissues, such as knee joints, hip joint, and bones, and soft tissues, such as skin, muscles, and functional organs. These materials can repair, replace the functionality, or mimic the mechanical, structural, and biological properties of the parent tissue. This book discusses hard and soft human tissue simulating biomaterials under a single umbrella, covering a broad area of design and development of biomaterials, implants, and multi-functional materials along with their characterization. The progress in emerging biomaterials has increased manifold in the recent decades with the unprecedented focus on healthcare technologies. This book is dedicated to ground-breaking research in biomaterials and highlights the current trends and future roadmap of different materials for simulation of hard and soft tissues. Authored by prominent researchers around the globe, the chapters of this book emphasize recent advances in biomedical material simulation. This book brings together novel contributions to different aspects of hard and soft human tissue-based biomaterials, including recent advances and emerging developments in designing and developing simulants for tissue replacement alternatives. This book is anticipated to serve as a key reference textbook for research in tissue engineering & biomedical engineering, biomaterials, biomechanics, and implant & medical device development with contributed chapters solicited in the areas of soft materials, such as elastomers, hydrogels, etc., for various applications; auxetic metamaterials; additive manufacturing of bio-implants; artificial tissues and organs; development of biomimetic materials; medical implants and biomedical device design; bioinspired and bio-tribological materials; advances in materials science for biomaterial applications; biomechanical characterization of hard and soft human tissues; bioprinting and nano-biomaterials.

Design and Simulation in Biomedical Mechanics

Author : Juan Alfonso Beltran-Fernandez
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030659836
Total Pages : 275 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (36 download)

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Book Synopsis Design and Simulation in Biomedical Mechanics by : Juan Alfonso Beltran-Fernandez

Download or read book Design and Simulation in Biomedical Mechanics written by Juan Alfonso Beltran-Fernandez and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-03-01 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book integrates bioengineering for solving health issues. It shows how the use of applied mechanics and strength of materials using 3D printing models, digital correlation techniques and computed tomography images, provides solutions to biology, medicine and mechanical engineering. The book provides clear processes and illustrations, several worked examples, and many projects. It helps scientists to analyze different modes of applying mechanical and biomedical concepts, physical principles to develop devices, sensors, prosthesis, orthotic systems, new materials and techniques that may improve the health system. It can be used in courses such as biomechanics and orthopedics, rehabilitation and mechanical engineering, also in rehabilitation or sports medicine.

Advanced Materials for Biomedical Applications

Author : Vivek Sheel Rajput
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 9819962862
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (199 download)

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Download or read book Advanced Materials for Biomedical Applications written by Vivek Sheel Rajput and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-12-21 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an insight into the basic fundamentals of the biomaterials used for the biomedical applications, their development and processing techniques. Advanced materials are significantly utilized for the biomedical applications ranging from dental devices to cancer treatment owing to their higher biocompatibility and better interaction with tissues. This book covers the various topics that include basic biocompatibility phenomena, insight to materials science, class of different advanced materials as a biomaterials, development and processing techniques, design and analysis of the developed advanced materials, investigation of its properties and major applications. Recent information regarding the development techniques and methods for improving the properties of the advanced materials in the field of biomedical applications is highlighted in detail. The textbook offers clear explanation of the text in the chapters with self-explanatory figures and tables. It demonstrates the novel methods, opportunities and ideas for developing biomaterials in the field of biomedical applications. It also includes critical review study of the developed advanced materials for biomedical applications in a new summarized form. The inclusion of the discussions on hybrid polymer-based composites and self-healing composite materials offers a special feature in the textbook. It features a thorough overview of the simulation aspect in the biomedical applications. The book features at least 50% of its references from last three–four years’ work in the field of biomaterials and biomedical. The book content adds to the redundancy in the literature work related to biomedical and biomaterials. This book is a valuable resource for academicians, students and scholars from science and engineering background having interest in biomaterials. It is helpful to the biomedical engineering group especially in countries or location where they don’t have access to the major journals.

Multiscale Simulations and Mechanics of Biological Materials

Author : Shaofan Li
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118402944
Total Pages : 509 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (184 download)

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Download or read book Multiscale Simulations and Mechanics of Biological Materials written by Shaofan Li and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-03-19 with total page 509 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Multiscale Simulations and Mechanics of Biological Materials A compilation of recent developments in multiscale simulation and computational biomaterials written by leading specialists in the field Presenting the latest developments in multiscale mechanics and multiscale simulations, and offering a unique viewpoint on multiscale modelling of biological materials, this book outlines the latest developments in computational biological materials from atomistic and molecular scale simulation on DNA, proteins, and nano-particles, to meoscale soft matter modelling of cells, and to macroscale soft tissue and blood vessel, and bone simulations. Traditionally, computational biomaterials researchers come from biological chemistry and biomedical engineering, so this is probably the first edited book to present work from these talented computational mechanics researchers. The book has been written to honor Professor Wing Liu of Northwestern University, USA, who has made pioneering contributions in multiscale simulation and computational biomaterial in specific simulation of drag delivery at atomistic and molecular scale and computational cardiovascular fluid mechanics via immersed finite element method. Key features: Offers a unique interdisciplinary approach to multiscale biomaterial modelling aimed at both accessible introductory and advanced levels Presents a breadth of computational approaches for modelling biological materials across multiple length scales (molecular to whole-tissue scale), including solid and fluid based approaches A companion website for supplementary materials plus links to contributors’ websites (www.wiley.com/go/li/multiscale)

Biomedical Technology

Author : Peter Wriggers
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319595482
Total Pages : 356 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book Biomedical Technology written by Peter Wriggers and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-08-29 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of new mathematical models, computational simulations and experimental tests in the field of biomedical technology, and covers a wide range of current research and challenges. The first part focuses on the virtual environment used to study biological systems at different scales and under multiphysics conditions. In turn, the second part is devoted to modeling and computational approaches in the field of cardiovascular medicine, e.g. simulation of turbulence in cardiovascular flow, modeling of artificial textile-reinforced heart valves, and new strategies for reducing the computational cost in the fluid-structure interaction modeling of hemodynamics. The book’s last three parts address experimental observations, numerical tests, computational simulations, and multiscale modeling approaches to dentistry, orthopedics and otology. Written by leading experts, the book reflects the remarkable advances that have been made in the field of medicine, the life sciences, engineering and computational mechanics over the past decade, and summarizes essential tools and methods (such as virtual prototyping of medical devices, advances in medical imaging, high-performance computing and new experimental test devices) to enhance medical decision-making processes and refine implant design. The contents build upon the International Conference on Biomedical Technology 2015 (ICTB 2015), the second ECCOMAS thematic conference on Biomedical Engineering, held in Hannover, Germany in October 2015.

Advanced Materials for Biomedical Applications

Author : Ashwani Kumar
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000800717
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Advanced Materials for Biomedical Applications written by Ashwani Kumar and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2022-12-13 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The text discusses synthesis, processing, design, simulation and characterization of biomaterials for biomedical applications. It synergizes exploration related to various properties and functionalities in the biomedical field through extensive theoretical and experimental modeling. It further presents advanced integrated design and nonlinear simulation problems occurring in the biomedical engineering field. It will serve as an ideal reference text for senior undergraduate and graduate students, and academic researchers in fields including biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, ergonomics, and human factors. The book: Employs a problem-solution approach, where, in each chapter, a specific biomedical engineering problem is raised and its numerical, and experimental solutions are presented Covers recent developments in biomaterials such as OPMF/KGG bio composites, PEEK-based biomaterials, PF/KGG biocomposites, oil palm mesocarp Fibre/KGG biocomposites, and polymeric resorbable materials for orthopedic, dentistry and shoulder arthroplasty applications Discusses mechanical performance and corrosive analysis of biomaterials for biomedical applications in detail Presents advanced integrated design and nonlinear simulation problems occurring in the biomedical engineering field Presents biodegradable polymers for various biomedical applications over the last decade owing to their non-corrosion in the body, biocompatibility and superior strength in growing state Synergizes exploration related to the various properties and functionalities in the biomedical field through extensive theoretical and experimental modeling

Biomedical Simulation

Author : Fernando Bello
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 354070521X
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book Biomedical Simulation written by Fernando Bello and published by Springer. This book was released on 2008-07-07 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 4th International Symposium on Biomedical Simulation, ISBMS 2008, held in London, UK, in July 2008. The 19 revised full papers and 7 poster papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from numerous submissions. The papers are organized in four different sections corresponding to key areas and techniques of this constantly expanding field: finite element modeling, mass spring and statistical shape modeling, motion and fluid modeling and implementation issues. An additional section covers the posters presented at the meeting.

Advanced Simulation in Biomedicine

Author : Dietmar P.F. Möller
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1441986146
Total Pages : 206 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (419 download)

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Book Synopsis Advanced Simulation in Biomedicine by : Dietmar P.F. Möller

Download or read book Advanced Simulation in Biomedicine written by Dietmar P.F. Möller and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents a collection of invited contributions, each reflecting an area of biomedicine in which simulation techniques have been successfully applied. Thus, it provides a state-of-the-art survey of simulation techniques in a variety of biomedical applications. Chapter one presents the conceptual framework for advanced simulations such as parallel processing in biological systems. Chapter two focuses on structured biological modeling based on the bond graph method. This is followed by an up-to-date account of advanced simulation of a variety of sophisticated biomedical processes. The authors provide many insights into how computer simulation techniques and tools can be applied to research problems in biomedicine. The idea for this book arose out of the daily work by experts in their field and reflects developing areas. Therefore, I think the material is timely and hope that the work described will be an encouragement for others. It is the objective of this book to present advanced simulation techniques in biomedicine and outline current research, as well as to point out open problems, in this dynamic field. Finally, I wish to express my thanks to those colleagues who have made this book possible with their contributions.

Modeling Biomaterials

Author : Josef Málek
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030880842
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Modeling Biomaterials written by Josef Málek and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-01-21 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The investigation of the role of mechanical and mechano-chemical interactions in cellular processes and tissue development is a rapidly growing research field in the life sciences and in biomedical engineering. Quantitative understanding of this important area in the study of biological systems requires the development of adequate mathematical models for the simulation of the evolution of these systems in space and time. Since expertise in various fields is necessary, this calls for a multidisciplinary approach. This edited volume connects basic physical, biological, and physiological concepts to methods for the mathematical modeling of various materials by pursuing a multiscale approach, from subcellular to organ and system level. Written by active researchers, each chapter provides a detailed introduction to a given field, illustrates various approaches to creating models, and explores recent advances and future research perspectives. Topics covered include molecular dynamics simulations of lipid membranes, phenomenological continuum mechanics of tissue growth, and translational cardiovascular modeling. Modeling Biomaterials will be a valuable resource for both non-specialists and experienced researchers from various domains of science, such as applied mathematics, biophysics, computational physiology, and medicine.

Mathematical Models and Computer Simulations for Biomedical Applications

Author : Gabriella Bretti
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3031357159
Total Pages : 261 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (313 download)

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Download or read book Mathematical Models and Computer Simulations for Biomedical Applications written by Gabriella Bretti and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-09-17 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mathematical modelling and computer simulations are playing a crucial role in the solution of the complex problems arising in the field of biomedical sciences and provide a support to clinical and experimental practices in an interdisciplinary framework. Indeed, the development of mathematical models and efficient numerical simulation tools is of key importance when dealing with such applications. Moreover, since the parameters in biomedical models have peculiar scientific interpretations and their values are often unknown, accurate estimation techniques need to be developed for parameter identification against the measured data of observed phenomena. In the light of the new challenges brought by the biomedical applications, computational mathematics paves the way for the validation of the mathematical models and the investigation of control problems. The volume hosts high-quality selected contributions containing original research results as well as comprehensive papers and survey articles including prospective discussion focusing on some topical biomedical problems. It is addressed, but not limited to: research institutes, academia, and pharmaceutical industries.

Modeling of Biological Materials

Author : Francesco Mollica
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 0817644113
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (176 download)

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Download or read book Modeling of Biological Materials written by Francesco Mollica and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-12-31 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique collection highlights the central role played by modeling in general, and the modeling of mechanical considerations that have an effect on living matter. The volume collects several survey papers by actively working specialists, dealing with some of the most important problems – both theoretical and practical – in biomechanics. Written in a user-friendly style, these papers clearly explain both the biomedical and mechanical backgrounds associated with complex phenomena. This book may be used in interdisciplinary introductory courses covering various biomechanical topics for graduate students in applied mathematics, engineering, and biomedicine.

Fabrication and Simulation of Multifunctional Materials Towards Application in Optoelectronic Based Biomedical Devices

Author : Mandeep Singh (Graduate student)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (136 download)

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Book Synopsis Fabrication and Simulation of Multifunctional Materials Towards Application in Optoelectronic Based Biomedical Devices by : Mandeep Singh (Graduate student)

Download or read book Fabrication and Simulation of Multifunctional Materials Towards Application in Optoelectronic Based Biomedical Devices written by Mandeep Singh (Graduate student) and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Biomedical Simulation

Author : Fernando Bello
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3642116159
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (421 download)

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Download or read book Biomedical Simulation written by Fernando Bello and published by Springer. This book was released on 2010-01-21 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation. This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Symposium on Biomedical Simulation, ISBMS 2010, held in Phoenix, AZ, USA, in January 2010.The 19 revised full papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 41 submissions. The manuscripts are organized in four thematic sections covering some of the key aspects of biomedical simulation: soft tissue properties, modelling and segmentation, simulation of biophysical processes and real-time interactive simulation.

Biomedical Simulation

Author : Fernando Bello
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319120573
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (191 download)

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Download or read book Biomedical Simulation written by Fernando Bello and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed conference proceedings of the 6th International Symposium on Biomedical Simulation (ISBMS) which was held in Strasbourg, France, in October 2014. Biomedical modeling and simulation are at the center stage of worldwide efforts to understand and replicate the behavior and function of the human organism. Large scale initiatives such as the Physiome Project, Virtual Physiological Human and Blue Brain Project aim to develop advanced computational models that will facilitate the understanding of the integrative function of cells, organs, and organisms, with the ultimate goal of delivering truly personalized medicine. At the same time, progress in modeling, numerical techniques and haptics has enabled more complex and interactive simulations. The 27 revised full papers (including 16 regular and 11 short papers) were carefully selected from 45 submissions and cover topics such as training systems and haptics, physics-based registration, vascular modeling and simulation, image and simulation, modeling, surgical planning, analysis, characterization and validation.

Clinical Simulation

Author : Richard Kyle
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080556973
Total Pages : 849 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (85 download)

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Download or read book Clinical Simulation written by Richard Kyle and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2010-07-27 with total page 849 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Simulation facilities are invaluable for training in medicine and clinical education, biomedical engineering and life sciences. They allow the practice of prevention, containment, treatment, and procedure in a risk-free setting. This book is a practical guide and reference to the latest technology, operations and opportunities presented by clinical simulation. It shows how to develop and make efficient use of resources, and provides hands-on information to those tasked with setting up and delivering simulation facilities for medical, clinical and related purposes, and the development and delivery of simulation-based education programs A step-by-step manual to developing successful simulation programs Shows how to design, construct, outfit and run simulation facilities for clinical education and research. The Residency Review Committee of the US Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education has begun requiring residency programs to have simulation as an integral part of their training programs.

Handbook on Advanced Design and Manufacturing Technologies for Biomedical Devices

Author : Andrés Díaz Lantada
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1461467896
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (614 download)

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Download or read book Handbook on Advanced Design and Manufacturing Technologies for Biomedical Devices written by Andrés Díaz Lantada and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-07-08 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The last decades have seen remarkable advances in computer‐aided design, engineering and manufacturing technologies, multi‐variable simulation tools, medical imaging, biomimetic design, rapid prototyping, micro and nanomanufacturing methods and information management resources, all of which provide new horizons for the Biomedical Engineering fields and the Medical Device Industry. Advanced Design and Manufacturing Technologies for Biomedical Devices covers such topics in depth, with an applied perspective and providing several case studies that help to analyze and understand the key factors of the different stages linked to the development of a novel biomedical device, from the conceptual and design steps, to the prototyping and industrialization phases. Main research challenges and future potentials are also discussed, taking into account relevant social demands and a growing market already exceeding billions of dollars. In time, advanced biomedical devices will decisively change methods and results in the medical world, dramatically improving diagnoses and therapies for all kinds of pathologies. But if these biodevices are to fulfill present expectations, today’s engineers need a thorough grounding in related simulation, design and manufacturing technologies, and collaboration between experts of different areas has to be promoted, as is also analyzed within this handbook.

Modeling and Simulation in Biomedical Engineering: Applications in Cardiorespiratory Physiology

Author : Willem L. van Meurs
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071714464
Total Pages : 216 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (717 download)

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Download or read book Modeling and Simulation in Biomedical Engineering: Applications in Cardiorespiratory Physiology written by Willem L. van Meurs and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2011-08-07 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THEORY AND PRACTICE OF MODELING AND SIMULATING HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY Written by a coinventor of the Human Patient Simulator (HPS) and past president of the Society in Europe for Simulation Applied to Medicine (SESAM), Modeling and Simulation in Biomedical Engineering: Applications in Cardiorespiratory Physiology is a compact and consistent introduction to this expanding field. The book divides the modeling and simulation process into five manageable steps--requirements, conceptual models, mathematical models, software implementation, and simulation results and validation. A framework and a basic set of deterministic, continuous-time models for the cardiorespiratory system are provided. This timely resource also addresses advanced topics, including sensitivity analysis and setting model requirements as part of an encompassing simulation and simulator design. Practical examples provide you with the skills to evaluate and adapt existing physiologic models or create new ones for specific applications. Coverage includes: Signals and systems Model requirements Conceptual models Mathematical models Software implementation Simulation results and model validation Cardiorespiratory system model Circulation Respiration Physiologic control Sensitivity analysis of a cardiovascular model Design of model-driven acute care training simulators “Uniquely qualified to author such a text, van Meurs is one of the original developers of CAE Healthcare’s Human Patient Simulator (HPS). ...His understanding of mathematics, human physiology, pharmacology, control systems, and systems engineering, combined with a conversational writing style, results in a readable text. ...The ample illustrations and tables also break up the text and make reading the book easier on the eyes. ...concise yet in conversational style, with real-life examples. This book is highly recommended for coursework in physiologic modeling and for all who are interested in simulator design and development. The book pulls all these topics together under one cover and is an important contribution to biomedical literature.” --IEEE Pulse, January 2014 “This book is written by a professional engineer who is unique in that he seems to have a natural understanding of 3 key areas as follows: the hardware involved with simulators, human physiology, and mathematical modeling. Willem van Meurs is one of the inventors of the model-driven human patient simulator (HPS), and so, he is very qualified to write this book. The book is written in a clear way, using the first person throughout, in a conversational manner, with a style that involves posing questions and answering them in subsequent text. ...The book starts with a very useful introduction and background chapter, setting out the scene for the rest of the book. ...I have used his book in enhancing my own talks and understanding human patient simulation and can strongly recommend it.” --Simulation in Healthcare December, 2012 Reviewed by Mark A. Tooley, Ph.D., Department of Medical Physics and Bioengineering, Royal United Hospital, Combe Park, Bath, UK.