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the helen hamlyn research centre: design for our future selves the royal college of art: postgraduate art and design

Design for Our Future Selves awards 2005

Design for Health and Patient Safety Award

Joint winner

Peter D’Alessandro: Obstetric forceps

Judges’ comment:

“Considers the needs of baby, mother and doctor by humanising and improving an intimidating instrument”

Joint winner

Sally Halls: Humanising incubators - bringing parents and babies closer together

Judges’ comment:

“Removes a barrier between mother and child, making them both feel safe and secure”