Michael J. McGrath - Sensor Technologies: Healthcare, Wellness and Environmental Applications

Sensor Technologies

Healthcare, Wellness, and Environmental Applications

Michael J. McGrath

Cliodhna N Scanaill

Sensor Technologies: Healthcare, Wellness, and Environmental Applications

Michael J. McGrath and Cliodhna N Scanaill

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For my girls, Aisling, Aoise, and DoireannI love you dearly.

Michael J. McGrath

Nige and Sophiethis would not have been possible without your love and support.

Cliodhna N Scanaill

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