SIMETRI, Inc. has completed the Smart Surrogates tourniquet, the first of a line of low-cost, self-paced medical training devices designed for first responders that will track and facilitate the repetitions required to build the procedural memory for saving lives and treating traumatic injuries.

Simetri has selected three distinguished modeling, simulation and technology experts for its executive team, who will lead Simetri’s expansion from medical training to the full spectrum of simulation and training technology.

Engineering & Computer Simulations has delivered “Advanced Haptics Development to Support Medical Simulated Training Environments” as part of a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research project for the Defense Health Agency. 

NuVasive has released a virtual reality training module for the NuVasive X360 system to complement its Clinical Professional Development program.

The Civilian Military Support Element-Philippines conducted Tactical Combat Casualty Care Training with officers and crew of the Philippine Coast Guard BRP Gabriela Silang and medical officers of the PCG Nursing Corps.   

Labster has signed a definitive agreement to acquire UbiSim, the virtual reality training platform for nursing.

Ringling College of Art and Design and Moffitt Cancer Center presented an update on new developments from their collaborative INDEX Virtual Reality project to enhance the cancer patient experience and improve the accuracy of MRI-guided Radiation Therapy.

There is much talk within the simulation and training community of capturing and analysing training data to support a more quantitative approach to training management. However, how should such data be managed and protected?

Calian Group has acquired Canadian-based SimFront, effective immediately. The companies have a 15-year collaborative relationship within the Department of National Defence.

CAE Healthcare has formed a collaborative effort with RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences to advance healthcare education, technology and research through simulation.