medical innovations

Describes how robots have been used in medicine, especially for important tasks such as surgeries.

Presents a collection of essays selected from the New York Times that looks at innovations in health technology.

Investigates the breakthroughs in surgery, vaccines, drugs and medical technology; medicine's new ethical questions; and assumptions about life and death. Topics include fighting disease, penicillin, insulin, surgery and organ transplants.

Examines how nanotechnology is being developed in the field of medicine to improve MRI scans, deliver medicine to specific body parts, and rebuild damaged tissues.

Can robots save lives? Medical robots save lives every day, and they re sure to save more as their technology advances. This book describes the amazing work done by medical robots, from surgical robots to nano-robots. Readers will learn about the medical breakthroughs performed by robots, the latest models, and the future of robots in medicine. Accessible descriptions of how medical robots work will engage readers and give them a deep understanding of this burgeoning technology. Color photographs of each robot are provided to give readers an inside look into the operating room and beyond. Detailed Table of Contents, Diagrams, Full-Color Photographs, Glossary, Index, Sidebars, Websites.

Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Check out many stories from around the world of medicine and health care.

"Discover how the science of bionics takes survival mechanisms from nature to create more efficient technology and save human lives. Simple language paired with descriptive images make this book perfect for reluctant readers."--Provided by publisher.

Examines how x-ray machines work, and how they are used today. Features color photographs, accessible text, an activity, a glossary, further resources, and a timeline.

Describes the invention and development of wearable robots. Explores the technological challenges of development and the advances made. Includes glossary, websites, and bibliography for further reading.

Explains how the science of bionics takes survival mechanisms from nature to create more efficient technology and save human lives.