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Technocitizenship, innovation and the biopolitics of medical devices


J. Hughes

J. Hughes


(an edited version was published in Medical Device Daily)
September 26, 2007

Three hundred and fifty years ago, while pioneering the use of microscopes, the British scientist Robert Hooke foresaw that science would eventually create artificial organs and implantable devices to enhance sight, hearing and memory. He wrote “By the addition of such artificial Instruments and methods, there may be, in some manner, a reparation made for the mischiefs, and imperfection, mankind has drawn upon itself.”

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Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  on  05/02  at  04:16 PM

Very interesting article. It truly is amazing how far medical technology has come. However, we must remember that exercise and diet are still important in improving the quality of life and reversing the aging process!


Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  on  06/05  at  12:52 AM

Well written and informative article. Breakthroughs in medical technology despite of its unseen risks, however have made life easier and also improved our health conditions.


Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  on  12/30  at  04:27 AM

Very "useful" post. Thanks to who posted it. It's amazing.


Posted by .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)  on  05/28  at  03:23 AM

it is a God gift that human effort to over come major health problems is getting closer with the new technology in progress. sure there hard work will have positive impact with excellent technology.

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