The increasing complexity of human body models enabled by advances in diagnostic imaging, computing, and growing knowledge calls for the development of a new generation of systems for intelligent exploration of these models. Here, we introduce a novel paradigm for the exploration of digital body models illustrating cerebral vasculature. It enables…

Describes a computer program which simulates the processes that determine the steady-state distribution of water and electrolytes between the cytoplasmic fluid in a typical cell and its extracellular environment. Program listing (in BASIC) or program on your own diskette can be obtained by contacting author. (JN)

Presented is a curriculum description for medical school physiology. The curriculum involves integration of computer-based instruction with periodic faculty/student contact. The curriculum has four modes of operation. Modes can be selected by the instructor to best suit student needs. Student exam performance has shown increased learning through…

This document, intended for faculty at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, provides information about the PLATO computer-based instructional system and instructions for participating in lesson preparation. The physical components of the PLATO system and the PLATO IV terminals, student consoles, and teaching stations are…

Discusses the nature of expert systems, including various techniques they use to represent knowledge (such as production rules, semantic networks, frames, first-order logic, and others), system interactions, and such problem domains as science, medicine, computer configuration, trouble-shooting/repair, and oil/mineral exploration. Also discusses…

An academic program instituting the PLATO system of computer-assisted instruction at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine is discussed. Procedures involved setting up an organization, establishing an administrative system, studying capabilities of the system, studying factors making a lesson suitable for programming, and…

Presents a module developed to teach relevant applications of mathematics to medicine, specifically, the evaluation of trauma victims. Discusses data collected and the evaluation and interpretation leading to useful predictors. Evaluation of the students by grade and sex and students' comments are included. (JM)