As reported by
CBC News,
Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children recently received a $10-million grant from the federal government to develop the Kids Arm, an innovative new device that aims to make pediatric operations smother and safer. The device, a pair of robotic arms that will assist surgeons operating on children, will be developed "in partnership with surgeons, engineers and software developers from universities and businesses" and will contribute to the creation of over 80 new jobs in the GTA.
"This project is a prime example of how research and technology can be transformed into clinical applications, which lead to improved health outcomes for our children," Mary Jo Haddad, president and CEO of the Sick Kids, said in a release."
"Surgeons will be able to operate the tabletop tool by using a pair of hand controllers, allowing them to safely and efficiently perform less invasive procedures on pediatric patients."
"As the first technology of its kind in the world, this project will
contribute to the innovation and diversification of Ontario's
knowledge-based economy," Gary Goodyear, minister of state for science
and technology, said at a news conference at the hospital."
original source
CBC News