The phrase "the mere introduction" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to refer to the start or beginning of something, often as a way to express that the introduction does not lead to a great result or does not provide a lot of information. For example: "The mere introduction of the policy failed to bring about real change."
"For some the mere introduction to musical literacy provides a basis for informed listening," he said.
Mr. Maco said the mere introduction of a state bankruptcy bill could lead to "some kind of market penalty," even if it never passed.
The idea, fueled by the belief that students need not be physically present to receive a high-quality education, went beyond the mere introduction of online tools into traditional classes.
Mr Keckley points out that in several parts of the country the mere introduction of insurance plans offering cheap surgery abroad has forced local hospitals to respond by slashing their prices something unheard of in this industry.Mr Enthoven argues that if reforms are done properly, they would "force hospitals to get organised to compete and get more efficient".
In other words, the mere introduction of Ag as an intermediate layer enhances significantly the adherence of Au to the glass substrate.
The mere introduction of a social innovation, as for example the abovementioned Zu gut für die Tonne and Stromsparcheck, could be seen as steps towards the realization of social change, i.e. of changing social practices.
The topics listed did not adequately integrate content from the natural sciences; general science therefore came to function as a mere introduction to the separate sciences that students would study later.
"The editors have written more than a mere introduction; they have written in fact a small book, a remarkably comprehensive and yet succinct study of Tocqueville's political thought...
This is not quite the complete history of Danish law but a mere introduction to those interested in Danish law and who wishes to seek information on the historical background.
(Mind, June 2): A mild blush following a clumsy act is far different than turning lobster red, as I do, at a mere introduction to a boss's colleague, or for the entire first 10 minutes of a work presentation.
Discussions will focus on mere introduction of application and possible design consideration for optimization.
