A new laser-based approach has been introduced to produce artificial cartilage using 3D printing technology.
In this approach, researchers from TU Wien printed living cells within tiny football-like spheroids.
The team hopes this technique could be used to cultivate lab-grown tissue capable of replacing damaged cartilage in humans. It is a strong connective tissue found in various parts of the body that protects our joints and bones.
As per the press release, a high-resolution 3D printing method was used to fabricate tiny, porous spheres. These microspheres were then filled with cells.
This ability offers various advantages, including merging the cells to form cohesive, living tissue.
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