Researchers from the University of Minnesota have developed a novel bio-ink, enabling them to create a functional 3D printed beating human heart. The cell-laden biomaterial, produced using pluripotent stem cells, allowed the research team to 3D print an aortic replica with more chambers, ventricles and a higher cell wall thickness than was previously possible. In […]
El Paso scientists to deliver 3D bioprinted miniature hearts to the ISS
Biomedical researchers from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso (TTUHSC El Paso) and The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) are collaborating to develop artificial mini-hearts using 3D bioprinting technology for space. These heart-tissue structures will be sent to the International Space Station (ISS) to gain insight into how microgravity affects the […]
A closer look at the developing electronics 3D printing industry
Electronics 3D printing is an area of additive still in its infancy. With plenty of space for potential commercial competition, it is interesting to note upcoming developments in the field from the research sphere. Last month, 3D Printing Industry published an article about a team from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) who demonstrated the […]
UTEP creates “world first” volumetric circuit with automated 3D printing
The Electromagnetics and Photonics Lab (EM Lab) of the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) has developed an automated process for 3D printing electronics. Incorporating all pre-made components, (e.g. metallic tracks, integrated circuits and transistors) and assembly, the technique enables the fabrication of volumetric circuits with unconventional shapes. EM Lab research assistant Cesar Valle explains, “Typically, […]3D Printing News Sliced, $11M project call, SLM Solutions, Aconity3D, Onshape
This edition of our 3D printing news digest Sliced features an $11 million funding pool for flexible electronics; metal 3D printing’s expansion in the U.S.; life-changing fundraising for 3D bioprinters; mind-boggling 3D printed ceramics and more. Read on for the latest news from NextFlex, SLM Solutions, Aconity3D, Onshape, Bristol Children’s Hospital and Cunicode. NextFlex offers $11 […]