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The emerging nanotechnology revolution

Developing emerging technology has always been the hallmark of the American economic system. From airplanes to computers, technological innovation has established the U.S. as the preeminent political and economic power in the world. Nanotechnology,

Nanotechnology, which is just making its way into commercial applications, may well be next to change the face of technology, finally moving beyond the hype, and into real-time applications in the healthcare industry.

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The Hospitality Influence

Patients and medical staffs demand less clinical approaches to design

By Michael Hart

As architects and designers have become partners with clinicians and administrators in supporting quality patient care in the hospital setting over the past 10 years, greater attention has been paid to the hospitableness of a medical facility. Patient support teams are now integral to most organizations due to the increased recognition of the powerful contribution family members make to the patient healing process.

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Kid Centric

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta promotes kid-friendly care in award-winning spaces

by Kerry Hogue, AIA, LEED-AP

The Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta projects at Egleston and Scottish Rite in Atlanta, Ga., prove that designing a healing environment through thoughtful design can alleviate stress and even promote whimsy and imaginative thinking. From their inspiring healing gardens to creative discovery walls, these healthcare facilities speak to children

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