3D colour medical scanner from NZ scientists on clinical trial soon

KUCHING: 3D colour medical scanner will soon be available as the technology is about to go on clinical trial.

This is among the three ground breaking researches conducted by University of Canterbury, New Zealand, said its deputy vice chancellor Professor Ian Wrighton.

“It is the first human medical scanner with revolutionary 3D colour invented by father and son scientists from the University of Canterbury and University of Otago. It is a combination of CAT scan, xray and MRI,” said Wrighton at Kuching Chapter Alumni dinner he hosted at the State Library on Thursday.

He added that it would be used globally for diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases and cancer.

Other ongoing research projects are the link between viruses and breast cancer; and new biodegradable coating to protect crops.

He said the university has seen 20 per cent increase in international student enrollment this year, with development of new degree programmes - Bachelor of Product Design, Bachelor of Communications, Masters of Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Enterpreneurship and Innovation.

He also announced the appointment of new vice chancellor Prof Cheryl de la Rey beginning mid-February next year. She is currently the vice chancellor at University of Pretoria.

Twelve members of the alumni donated RM41,000 towards the University of Canterbury Student Association ( UCSA) Building for a room which will be called Kuching Alumni Room at the dinner.

The donation was received by UCSA president Josh Proctor witnessed by Wrighton.