Some countries are refusing to accept NI meat and dairy produce The message that NI produce is free from foot-and-mouth disease is getting across to the rest of the world, the deputy first minister has said. Martin McGuinness was speaking to reassure local firms which experienced problems exporting to Japan, Germany and south America. Northern…
Day: August 8, 2007
Digital art aids health checkups
Doctors are turning to graphic artists to help patients better understand their illness and course of treatment. The artists turn medical images from 3D anatomical scans into less formidable forms, suitable for patients. Trials of the system have shown it can aid understanding and deepen dialogue between patients and their care givers. The system is…
Video games need ‘realism boost’
Games like Crysis are hoping to push the boundaries of realism More than good looks are needed to make a great video game, according to Glenn Entis, chief technical officer at games giant Electronic Arts. Mr Entis told the Siggraph conference that games makers had to use much more than graphics to make their creations…