Clinical diagnosis of pathological conditions is accomplished regularly via the recording and subsequent analysis of a physiological variable from a subject. Problems with current common practice ...centre around the obtrusive and rigid nature of this process. These include the length, timing and location of the diagnostic recording session, transfer of data to clinical staff, liaison between clinical staff and subjects and the integration of such diagnostic check-ups into the overall health care process. We have designed a modular diagnostic monitor that is centered around a wearable computer system which, when integrated into a suitable computer network and database architecture, is capable of addressing the above problems. The system is modular, allowing researchers and practitioners to utilise various sensor modules, reconfigure the unit in terms of its on-board storage and wireless telemetry capabilities, select the appropriate level of data preprocessing (before archiving data) and choose the appropriate level and nature of feedback to the subject. The system is GRID enabled, supporting e-clinical-trials. GRID clients can display live data, historical data, or perform data mining.
Do fish mind muddy water? Hayes, J; Chisnall, B; Rutledge, M
Freshwater Catch (New Zealand),
(Win 1990)
44
Journal Article
Describes a study undertaken by MAF Fisheries to discover whether fish are affected by muddy water. The study was carried out in Lake Waahi, near Huntly, New Zealand and compared with nearby Lake ...Whangape which is clear. Fish stocks in the muddy lake were in most cases superior and the abundance of the mysid shrimp Tenagomysis chitoni is considered a factor here. Life history strategies are also considered
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