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The Medical Informatics Program at the National University of Singapore
Yearbook of Medical Informatics
|October 5, 2016
Summary
The National University of Singapore established a Medical Informatics Program in 1996 to advance research and expertise. This program focuses on technology transfer to Singapore's health sector.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Health Information Technology
Background:
- Established in September 1996 with joint funding from the National Science and Technology Board and Ministry of Education.
- Initiated to foster expertise and conduct upstream research in medical informatics.
Purpose of the Study:
- Build critical mass in medical informatics expertise.
- Achieve long-term research goals.
- Facilitate technology transfer to Singapore's health sector.
Main Methods:
- Research projects organized into five key groups.
- Focus on foundational research in medical informatics.
Main Results:
- Established a dedicated Medical Informatics Program.
- Secured significant joint funding ($4 million).
Conclusions:
- The program aims to enhance medical informatics capabilities.
- Aims to integrate technological advancements into healthcare.
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