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10 rights and responsibilities of users of electronic health records

Clinicians have 10 proposed rights regarding their electronic health record use, including uninterrupted access and succinct summaries of patient health histories. These rights aim to ensure safe, efficient, and effective use of electronic health records.

SourceCanadian Medical Association Journal·JournalCanadian Medical Association Journal·DateFeb 13, 2012
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Outpatient electronic prescribing systems don't cut out common mistakes

Research found that outpatient electronic prescribing systems do not significantly reduce medication errors, with over 12% of prescriptions containing mistakes. The most common errors were related to missing information and involved anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, nervous system drugs, and cardiovascular drugs.

SourceBMJ Group·JournalJournal of the American Medical Informatics Association·DateJun 29, 2011

Electronic medical records improve quality of care in resource-limited countries

A new study conducted in Eldoret, Kenya found that computer-generated reminders about overdue tests yielded a nearly 50% increase in the appropriate ordering of CD4 blood tests. This improvement in quality of care was made possible through the implementation of just-in-time clinician support within electronic medical records.

SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·JournalJournal of the American Medical Informatics Association·DateMar 18, 2011
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Keys and obstacles to e-health in low income countries

Developing local human capacity is key to implementing e-health tools in low-income countries, but a chicken-and-egg problem exists. Dr. Tierney's East African Center of Excellence in Health Informatics has built upon decades-long collaborations to train individuals and implement health information technology tools.

SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·JournalHealth Affairs·DateFeb 16, 2010

Electronic health records need better monitoring, UT prof reports

A UT professor calls for coordinated oversight to monitor electronic health record systems, citing concerns over patient safety and quality of care. The proposed framework involves a five-stage approach to evaluate system design and implementation issues.

SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·JournalJAMA·DateFeb 3, 2010

New simulation tool could shorten manufacturing design process

Researchers developed SCGPSim, a simulation infrastructure that uses parallel processing and CUDA programming model to speed up SystemC-based hardware models. This could significantly reduce the time it takes to bring products to market, improving the efficiency of semiconductor electronics industry.

SourceVirginia Tech·DateJan 28, 2010

Electronic prescribing systems boost efficiency, may lead to improved quality of care

A new study found that electronic prescribing systems can significantly reduce order implementation and entry times, leading to lower personnel requirements and costs. While medication errors were not statistically significantly reduced, the system's efficiency gains translate to long-term cost savings.

SourceWeber Shandwick Worldwide·JournalJournal of the American College of Surgeons·DateMay 4, 2009
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Protect your vote -- avoid election machine errors

A University of Maryland researcher warns that voter mistakes can affect election outcomes, with even simple errors leading to three percent of incorrect votes. Experts recommend taking precautions like bringing marked-up sample ballots and carefully reviewing the review screen to minimize errors.

SourceUniversity of Maryland·DateNov 3, 2008

From silicon to the sea: Managing heat aboard modern ships

Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute are working to develop new cooling techniques to manage heat aboard modern ships. The project aims to reduce device temperatures below 50 degrees Celsius using novel electronic cooling systems, including liquid cooling and nanoparticle suspensions.

SourceRensselaer Polytechnic Institute·DateApr 16, 2007
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Illinois researchers create world's fastest transistor -- again

Researchers at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed the world's fastest transistor, exceeding 509-gigahertz frequency. The device leverages indium phosphide and indium gallium arsenide materials, enabling faster current density and higher operation speeds.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalIEEE Electron Device Letters·DateNov 7, 2003

Experimental bus-tram on test

The new Phileas bus-tram system uses a magnetic reference system to guide the vehicle, allowing for precise navigation around bends and stops. The system enables the bus to travel at higher speeds while reducing construction costs and improving safety.

SourceNetherlands Organization for Scientific Research·DateJul 25, 2001