The Medical Revolution Powered by 3D Technology
In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed a groundbreaking transformation driven by 3D visual technologies. Once confined to the realm of science fiction, recent innovations in 3D printing, bioprinting, mobile 3D imaging, VR/AR for surgeries, and 3D medical animations are now solving critical challenges in diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.
These technologies are
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Medical 3D Printing
Frontier Bio’s Lab-Grown Lungs Offers Hope for Drug Development
What You Should Know:
- Frontier Bio Corporation has successfully created complex microscale lung tissue by combining 3D bioprinting with the self-assembling capabilities of stem cells, mirroring the natural organ development process.
- Frontier Bio's breakthrough in lab-grown lung tissue signifies a potential turning point in the fight against respiratory diseases and the quest for viable organ transplantation options.
Addressing the Limitations of Animal Testing
Animal
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BMF Biotechnology Launches 3D Printed Organ-On-A-Chip Platform to Accelerate Life Sciences Research
What You Should Know;
- Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF) today announced the launch of BMF Biotechnology Inc., a dedicated subsidiary focused on developing and commercializing innovative BioChips – advanced microfluidic platforms that mimic human organs.
- By leveraging BioChip technology, BMF Biotechnology aims to accelerate breakthroughs in drug development, improve cosmetic safety and efficacy testing, and ultimately, contribute to the development of more effective treatments
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S&T Researchers Developing 3D-Printed Dressings for Better Wound Care
What You Should Know:
- Missouri University of Science and Technology researchers are developing new 3D-printed hydrogel dressings to speed up and improve the healing process for patients with second-degree burns. The research team published an article covering their latest findings in the International Journal of Bioprinting in July.
- Hydrogels are typically part of the care regimen for patients with severe burns, but what separates S&T’s research from standard hydrogels is that the
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Stratasys, Ricoh Partner to Provide On-Demand 3D-Printed Anatomic Models for Hospitals and Clinics
What You Should Know:
- Stratasys Ltd. today announced they have signed another agreement with RICOH USA to provide on-demand 3D-printed anatomic models for clinical settings.
- The demand for additive manufacturing within the healthcare industry is continuously growing, and according to Grandview Research, the global healthcare additive manufacturing market size was valued at USD 1.6 billion in 2021 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate of 22.6% from 2022 to 2030.
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How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Orthotics for Patients and Providers
For the 77% of Americans who suffer from foot pain,1 seeking relief has included a litany of options: medications, exercises, insoles and even surgery to name a few. But relief is often hit-or-miss, and insoles that are customized traditionally include a very time-consuming process for patients. They often require lengthy office visits, multiple fit adjustments and even then, not always offering the right fit.
Fortunately, advancements in technology are changing the game. Software,
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Growth in the Adoption of 3D Printing Technology After COVID-19 Isn’t A Coincidence
The concerning additive manufacturing media keeps on getting notifications about how the 3D printing technology keeps on growing. Both, through news stories, as well as through blogs from the 3D printing community. However, only after the coronavirus pandemic spread enough, people realized how other manufacturing options are not as effective as 3D printing is. More and more news stories about how 3D printers can work as a solution to supply chain challenges came to the notice of people. And, all
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UK Medical 3D Printing Startup axial3D Lands $3M to Support US Expansion
axial3D, a U.K.-based, medical 3D printing company specializing in the use of patient-specific medical models to advance both standards and efficiency of surgical intervention has raised $3M in funding led by London-based Imprimatur Capital Fund Management. The round also included participation from an U.S. consortium consisting of a number of surgical angel investors, Techstart Ventures, Clarendon Fund Managers and Innovation Ulster Ltd.
What is 3D Printing?
3D printing (also referred to as
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