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The Importance of Distributed Broadband Networks to Academic Biomedical Research and Education Programs

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Abstract

Objective

This article highlights the importance of distributed broadband networks as part of the core infrastructure necessary to deliver academic research and education programs.

Method

The authors review recent developments in the field and present the University of California, Davis, environment as a case study of a future virtual regional academic medical center.

Results

Achieving the potential benefits of distributed broadband networks through regional health information organizations will involve considerable collaboration between different academic groups and the development and implementation of standardized technological and business approaches.

Conclusions

Broadband technologies offer a substantial opportunity to improve the way academic education and research programs are delivered.

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  1. University of California, Davis, 2300 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, California, USA

    Peter M. Yellowlees M.B.B.S., M.D.,  Michael Hogarth M.D. &  Donald M. Hilty M.D.

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Yellowlees, P.M., Hogarth, M. & Hilty, D.M. The Importance of Distributed Broadband Networks to Academic Biomedical Research and Education Programs. Acad Psychiatry 30, 451–455 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ap.30.6.451

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