In Phase I of the project, the investigators intend to research and develop the T-2000, a medical information system that will produce instant real-time information that will project onto a monitor or, in other applications, supply written information through a printer. The device will consist of two major parts. The investigators intend to propose alternatives for a medium with which people can carry information about their medical histories in their wallet, or in necklace or bracelet form. The medical information will be contained within the chosen medium. The specific aim during the Phase I study is to take into consideration technical aspects of producing a functional prototype of the unit and the information disk, and to investigate indepth the human factors involved with such a system, such as legal, ethical, and medical issues.The specific aim of the entire project is to manufacture the T-2000 Medical Information System and promote its international distribution and acceptance as a significant means of providing the population with a precise, cost-effective data system to communicate and process medical information and histories.Division Of Research Resources
