Researchers 3D print functional human brain tissue
Scientists have developed the first 3D-printed brain tissue that can grow and function like typical brain tissue.
Feb 2nd, 2024
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Scientists have developed the first 3D-printed brain tissue that can grow and function like typical brain tissue.
Feb 2nd, 2024
Read moreResearchers develop 3D-printed pneumatic logic modules that control the movements of soft robots using only air pressure.
Feb 2nd, 2024
Read moreResearchers have developed an additive manufacturing technique that can print rapidly with liquid metal, producing large-scale parts like table legs and chair frames in a matter of minutes.
Jan 26th, 2024
Read moreNew 3D-printable material could enable cheaper, less toxic manufacturing processes for next-gen OLED televisions, smartphones, lighting, and wearable devices.
Jan 22nd, 2024
Read moreThe shape, size and optical properties of 3-dimensional nanostructures can now be simulated in advance before they are produced directly with high precision on a wide variety of surfaces. Nanoprobes or optical tweezers with sizes in the nanometre range are now within reach.
Jan 17th, 2024
Read moreResearchers bridge sequence-defined macromolecule synthesis with 3D microprinting, precisely controlling printability and material properties through molecular structure engineering to pioneer a new generation of specialized printed materials.
Dec 15th, 2023
Read moreGroundbreaking research enables fully recyclable 3D printed plastics using tailored reversible polymers and standard microwaves, unlocking sustainable additive manufacturing at scale.
Dec 14th, 2023
Read moreResearchers have made a breakthrough in diagnostic technology, inventing a 'lab on a chip' that can be 3D-printed in just 30 minutes. The chip has the potential to make on-the-spot testing widely accessible.
Dec 12th, 2023
Read moreThe one-step fabrication process rapidly produces miniature chemical reactors that could be used to detect diseases or analyze substances.
Dec 11th, 2023
Read moreResearchers refine two-photon polymerisation lithography to create high-precision, nanoscale features, advancing 3D printing to enable the production of intricate components for use in high-tech applications.
Nov 30th, 2023
Read moreResearchers report that they have developed a new composite material designed to change behaviors depending on temperature in order to perform specific tasks. These materials are poised to be part of the next generation of autonomous robotics that will interact with the environment.
Nov 28th, 2023
Read moreA novel, 3D-printed surgical implant was able to kill 87% of the bacteria that cause staph infections in laboratory tests, while remaining strong and compatible with surrounding tissue like current implants.
Nov 20th, 2023
Read moreComputer vision enables contact-free 3D printing, letting engineers print with high-performance materials they couldn't use before.
Nov 15th, 2023
Read moreResearchers have 3D-printed hair follicles in human skin tissue cultured in the lab. This marks the first time researchers have used the technology to generate hair follicles, which play an important role in skin healing and function.
Nov 15th, 2023
Read moreScientists have developed a new experimental technique in fragmentation tests to evaluate the energy absorption capacity in the event of impact of metallic structures manufactured using 3D printing.
Nov 15th, 2023
Read moreScientists have developed a new method that can make customised 3D-printed metal parts containing different properties - such as having some regions of the metal stronger than others.
Oct 30th, 2023
Read moreThe new fatigue-resistance strategy can be applied in other 3D-printed alloys to help develop lightweight components with increased load efficiency for various industries.
Oct 24th, 2023
Read more3D-printed cilia sensors, inspired by nature's own designs, could revolutionize our ability to detect external stimuli, from medicine to robotics and beyond.
Oct 23rd, 2023
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