Pacific Research Laboratories
- Pacific Research Laboratories
Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. is a leading producer of artificial bones, Sawbones®, designed to simulate the bone architecture as well as the bone’s physical properties. [ [http://www.watechcenter.org/index.php?p=Pacific_Research_Laboratories,_Inc.&s=163 Washington Technology Center - Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc ] ] Founded in 1978, and now with about 70 employees, it is the largest manufacturer on Vashon, and is locally referred to as "The Bone Factory." [Vashon Island]
In its research product development, lead researcher Susmita Bose began in 2000 to develop the first artificial open-celled cancellous bone model using materials such as polyurethane-based polymers, ceramic powders, and organic solvents. [ [http://www.waTechCenter.org/index.php?p=Pacific_Research_Laboratories,_Inc.&s=163 Washington Technology Center - Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc ] ] This research is funded by Washington Technology Center [http://www.waTechCenter.org http://www.waTechCenter.org]
Sawbones have been developed specifically for surgical training where a realistic bone specimen is required. [ [http://www.wabio.com/industry/directory/companybyid?companyid=175 WaBio.com ] ]
Homepage [http://www.sawbones.com/ http://www.sawbones.com/]
The term sawbones is very old slang for a physician, especially a surgeon.
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