3D Printed Elastomer Aids Rotator Cuff Recovery
Researchers have developed an implantable 3D printed elastomer to treat rotator cuff injuries, offering hope for faster recovery and improved tendon regrowth. Rotator... read more »
Medical
3D Printing Customized Lenses Could Change Cataract Treatment
Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have developed a new 3D printing resin for creating intraocular lenses used to treat cataracts... read more »
Researchers Release Open-Source Python Software to Aid CT Scan Model Printing
Normscan is an open-source Python software designed to create average 3D models from CT scans that are ready for 3D printing and clinical... read more »
Nottingham Researchers Personalize Pills with 3D Printing
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have developed a new method for 3D printing medication, enabling the creation of personalized pills. This innovation,... read more »
Hospital Turns to On-Site 3D Printing for Titanium Joint Replacements
The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York is employing in-house 3D printing to craft personalized titanium joint replacements. Collaborating with LimaCorporate... read more »
3D Printed Skin Model Reveals Absorption of Toxic Flame Retardants
In a study published in Environment International, researchers have demonstrated the capability of human skin to absorb cancer-causing flame retardants found in everyday... read more »
BIO INX and Rousselot Collab to Advance Bioprinting
BIO INX, a top material developer for 3D bioprinting, has signed a strategic deal with Rousselot, a global leader in gelatin-based solutions. The... read more »
Researchers 3D Print World’s First High-Resolution Brain Phantom
MedUni Vienna and TU Wien collaborated to develop a 3D printed brain phantom, mimicking nerve structures. Published in "Advanced Materials Technologies," the research... read more »
Researchers 3D Print Ultra-Realistic Artificial Human Skin
University of Oregon scientists, collaborating with L’Oréal, have achieved a significant development in producing incredibly lifelike synthetic human skin. This achievement, detailed in... read more »
How 3D Printing Labs Boost Effectiveness of Radiology
Incorporating 3D printing labs into radiology departments presents multifaceted advantages. Beyond aiding in education and training by producing anatomical models for teaching and... read more »
World’s First Successful 3D Printed Windpipe Transplant
A patient in Korea has received the world's first 3D printed windpipe transplant, marking a significant development in organ transplantation. The female patient,... read more »
3D Printed Ocular Prostheses to Redefine Quality Standards
In a new development, Fraunhofer IGD has introduced 3D printed ocular prostheses, garnering praise from patients and ocularists alike. The project has streamlined... read more »
3D Printing Enhances Breast Reconstruction Surgery Efficiency
University of East Anglia (UEA) researchers are pioneering personalized breast reconstruction with 3D printing, potentially enhancing post-surgery recovery. Traditional methods often require multiple... read more »
Malaysian Hospital Performs Heel Bone Replacement with 3D Printing
Malaysian oncologists have recently achieved a milestone by successfully conducting the country's inaugural heel bone replacement using a 3D printed mold. The procedure... read more »
Scientists Advance Neurological Research with 3D Printed Brain Tissue
In a new development at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, scientists have achieved a leap forward in neurological research by creating the world's first... read more »
Scottish Researchers Pioneer 3D Printed Hip Replacements Technique
In a new study, orthopedic specialists at NHS Golden Jubilee, in collaboration with the University of Strathclyde, have pioneered the integration of 3D... read more »
New Partnership Pushes Innovation in Bone Implant Technology
Advanced Development of Additive Manufacturing (A.D.A.M.) and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have forged a collaboration to propel the field... read more »
UK Hospital Turns to 3D Printed Models to Assist Liver Cancer Surgery
In a new initiative at University Hospital Southampton, surgeons have leveraged 3D printed liver models for intricate cancer surgeries. Supported by the Planets... read more »
Fully 3D Printed Bone Implant Used in Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
Holy Name Medical Center in New Jersey has recently achieved a milestone in orthopedic patient care by successfully performing its first surgery using... read more »
Bioceramic Scaffolds: A Novel Approach to Cranial Bone Regeneration
Researchers at South China University of Technology have made significant strides in cranial restoration using 3D printed flat-bone-mimetic bioceramic scaffolds. The human cranial... read more »
