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Heartworks’ Transthoracic Echo Simulator Offers a Classroom Experience Without a Human Heart!

March 13th, 2012 Posted in: General, Grants, News No Comments

Great Morning! Saw the Heartworks Echo Simulator in action. The Mater Foundation funded this simulator in 2010. It comprises of a mannequin torso, probe and visualization software. It enables trainee doctors to control a probe which gives real-time imaging of the virtual heart using a manikin.  Just incredible!!

The Mater Foundation Appraisal Committee

October 4th, 2011 Posted in: Grants, News No Comments

The Mater Foundation appraisal committee met today to allocate funds to the Mater Hospital. It is hoped that around €700,000 will be allocated to projects across all areas within the hospital. It is hoped the board will formally approve these within the next three weeks.

The Mater Foundation Grant Opportunities 2011 – Mater Hospital

August 10th, 2011 Posted in: General, Grants, News No Comments

The Mater Foundation has limited amount of funds available to contribute towards vital medical equipment or services that will directly contribute to the enhancement of patient care within the Mater Misericordiae Hosptial for 2011.

We are now inviting candidates to apply for funding from the Mater Foundation for 2011.

If you are interested in applying for a grant you can download and complete the application form from the intranet or contact the Mater Foundation on 01 830 3482 or email contact@materfoundation.ie