Title :
A new beginning for human health
Author :
Valentinuzzi, Max E.
Abstract :
The author relates his introduction to the role of biomedical engineering in human health. The influences of renowned figures on his understanding of the concepts of peace and mutual human respect are also mentioned. Several technological innovations that have produced a great impact on the lifestyle and philosophical attitudes of mankind are cited. Finally, the author mentions the unresolved problems of society, including human poverty in both developing and industrialized countries, and its implications for human health.
Keywords :
biomedical engineering; biomedical equipment; health care; social sciences; biomedical engineering; human health; human poverty; mutual human respect; peace; technological innovations; Biomedical Engineering; History, 20th Century; History, 21st Century; Humans; Venezuela;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MEMB.2004.1337951
