Active glioblastoma tumor 3D-bioprinted for the first time
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have printed an entire active and viable glioblastoma tumor using a 3D printer.
3D printing
Medical 3D printing applications continue to expand. We report on the latest developments in research, development, and applications of the additive manufacturing of medical products, instruments and implants, as well as customized orthoses and protheses.
A chain mail fabric stiffens on demand
Scientists have developed a 3D printed type of ‘chain mail’ fabric that is flexible like cloth but can stiffen on demand.
3D printable biomaterial for personalised medicine
Marc Knebel, head of Medical Systems at Evonik, explains the benefits and applications of the new high-performance polymer VESTAKEEP Care M40 3DF.
'Origami' testing app tackles spread of malaria
A new approach to tackling the spread of malaria in sub-Saharan Africa, which combines affordable, easy-to-administer blood tests with machine learning and unbreakable encryption, has generated encouraging early results in Uganda.
Insulin-producing implant for diabetics
Bioengineers are using 3D printing and smart biomaterials to create an insulin-producing implant for type 1 diabetes patients.
3D-printed cardiac patches for cardiovascular diseases
Bioprinted 3D cardiac patches could reverse scar formation and promote myocardial regeneration after heart attacks.
Robotic neck brace to analyze cancer treatment impacts
Researchers have developed a robotic neck brace that may help doctors analyze the impact of cancer treatments on the neck mobility of patients and guide their recovery.
Research programme to bioprint ear and noses launched
The Scar Free Foundation has launched a research programme that aims to revolutionise surgeons’ ability to reconstruct nose and ear cartilage in patients affected by facial difference.
3D printed soft robotic hand plays Nintendo
Researchers have 3D printed a soft robotic hand that is agile enough to play Nintendo's Super Mario Bros. - and win!
New computer memory helps soft robot control movements
Engineers have unveiled an air-powered computer memory that can be used to control soft robots. It overcomes the problem of the mismatch between pneumatics and electronics.
A 3D printed multifunctional pressure sensor
The 3D printed pressure sensor embedded with a temperature sensor is low-cost and scalable to large-scale production of smart robotic systems.
3D printed knee implant for arthritis sufferers
A groundbreaking new treatment that uses 3D printed implants and that could bring relief to tens of thousands of knee osteoarthritis sufferers has received approval to be trialled in UK patients.
3D printing programmable structures from the printer
Researchers have developed a new process for producing movable, self-adjusting materials systems with standard 3D-printers.
Universal approach to tailoring soft robots
An integrated design optimisation and fabrication workflow opens new opportunities for tailoring the mechanical properties of soft machines.
3D printing promotes tissue engineering
Researchers have demonstrated the viability of 3D-printed tissue scaffolds that harmlessly degrade while promoting tissue regeneration following implantation.
Using AI to predict 3D printing processes
Engineers use Frontera supercomputer to develop physics-informed neural networks for additive manufacturing.
Device stops bleeding from knife wounds
A student at Loughborough University has designed life-saving device that rapidly stops bleeding from knife wounds.
Turning up the heat on 3D printing inks
A process that uses heat to change the arrangement of molecular rings on a chemical chain creates 3D-printable gels that can fold, roll, or just hold their shape.
Controlling the performance of 3D printed implants
In order to quickly customize implants with complex structures, scientists use 3D printing technology to prepare Ti-Mo alloy implants, and then adjust the microstructure and performance through subsequent heat treatment.
3D printed device to treat middle ear infections
Researchers have designed a miniaturized 3D-printed device to inactivate Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a common bacterium that causes the infection.
Medical technologies that come out of the printer
Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft's German-Polish High-Performance Center brings additive manufacturing to medical technology – first demonstrators will already be presented by the end of 2021.
3D printed liver to help surgeons prepare for operations
New research could help surgeons perform liver resections with greater accuracy and deliver improved patient outcomes.
Printable biosensors could make surgery safer
Researchers have developed fully printable biosensor made of soft bio-inks interfaces with a pig heart.
Stereotactic systems from the 3D printer
Researchers have developed a way of manufacturing stereotactic systems from plastic using a 3D printer – a cost-effective method that opens up new design potential.
3D printing devices to boost bacterial resistance
Researchers have discovered how to tailor-make artificial body parts and other medical devices with built-in functionality that offers better shape and durability, while cutting the risk of bacterial infection at the same time.
Diabetes: insoles to assess the risk of foot ulcers
Researchers have developed a new low-cost method to help prevent life-threatening foot ulcers in diabetic patients
Bioprinter speeds up drug development
A 3D printer that rapidly produces large batches of custom biological tissues could help make drug development faster and less costly.
A soft electronic material for human-machine-interfacing
Researchers have developed a new material that can facilitate a near-perfect merger between machines and the human body for diagnostics and treatment.
Reverse 3D printing to make tiny implants
Researchers have developed a 3D printing technique that allows them to create incredibly small and complex biomedical implants.
