This article is about what they have done of late in their basic science area, in particular anatomy. Recently University of Washington has received numerous awards for their online anatomy instruction website . The university is currently teaching anatomy interactively using the World Wide Web. Using MRI scans and computer reconstruction of organs based on cryosections, this site offers a different perspective of the organs you see in the dissection room. Interactive quizzes on anatomy and feedback are provided throughout your visit.
Brain atlases and an atlas of the thoracic viscera are currently available.
The University of Washington has really pushed the frontiers of medical education by using the World Wide Web for interactively teaching anatomy. This site offers medical students an innovative new way of effectively studying anatomy. At the same offering practicing physicians an easy way to bone up on some of that rusty anatomy. Many patients at large can now gain a better understanding of some of that jargon thrown at them by healthcare providers also.