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High-speed 3D bioprinter precisely creates human tissues from brain to bone | Researchers can now create precise models to study diseases and develop new treatments.


Interestingly, this advanced bioprinter is capable of fabricating a diverse array of tissues, including both soft brain tissue and harder materials such as cartilage and bone.

The new bioprinter leverages acoustic waves produced by vibrating bubbles to manipulate and arrange cells, enabling the creation of complex 3D tissue structures. “Biologists recognise the immense potential of bioprinting, but until now, it has been limited to applications with a very low output,” said Callum Vidler, PhD student, and the lead author. For instance, this technology could facilitate cancer research by enabling the replication of specific organs and tissues, thereby enhancing the potential for developing novel pharmaceutical therapies.

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