Biomaterials
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Arkema to build a new bio-based polyamide 11 powders plant in China
In parallel with its major project to increase the global capacity of bio-based polyamide 11 by 50% in Singapore, Arkema began work on the construction of a polyamide 11 powders plant on its Changshu platform in China, scheduled to come on stream in the first quarter of 2023. This investment…
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4D Biomaterials raises £1.6M for 3D printed implants
The investment into Nottingham-based 4D Biomaterials was led by DSW Ventures and backed by the MEIF Proof of Concept & Early Stage Fund, which is managed by Mercia and part of the Midlands Engine Investment Fund, Mercia’s own funds, and existing investor SFC Capital. The funding will be used to…
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Humabiologics introduces first commercial native human collagen bioinks
Humabiologics introduced the world’s first native human collagen bioinks and gelatin bioinks. These bioinks are affordable and more clinically relevant, enabling researchers to advance the translational research of bioprinted human organs and tissues. The company was founded by current CEO Mohammad Albanna, leveraging extensive experience in the field of Tissue…
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Dimension Inx receives grant to develop a regenerative medical product for tracheal repair
Dimension Inx, a regenerative biomaterials company, has been awarded funding from the United States Department of Defense to develop innovative products to repair tracheal injuries. The $240,000 award will support the initial development of a new tracheal implant solution that overcomes current limitations and can be readily applied for emergency…
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CollPlant financial results for 2020 point to growth in 2021
CollPlant, a regenerative and aesthetic medicine company, released positive financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2020. The company also issued forward guidance for 2021. The update follows on the Yehiel Tal’s February, 2021, letter to shareholders. The company’s financial results revealed fewer losses and higher revenues, which…
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Postdocs at UCSB develop a bottlebrush elastomer for AM
Two postdoctoral researchers at UC Santa Barbara, Renxuan Xie and Sanjoy Mukherjee, developed the first 3D-printable “bottlebrush” elastomer. The new material results in printed objects that have unusual softness and elasticity that closely resemble those of human tissue. The researchers’ findings were published in the journal Science Advances. These polymers…
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Materialise, surgeons complete double hand and face transplant
Materialise‘s 3D technologies played a crucial role in the world’s first successful simultaneous double hand and face transplant. The operations was performed at NYU Langone Health in Manhattan, NY. Materialise’s innovative 3D planning and printing tools enable the speed and accuracy required for such a complex medical procedure. 3D printed personalized…
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Allevi releases a new high-temperature print head printing at 255˚
Allevi released a new high-temperature print head capable of melting thermoplastics at temperatures up to 255˚ celsius. This high temperature will be particularly useful in bio-printing applications: rapid prototyping, bone modelling, joint and dental implants, and biomedical device creation are all in this new print head’s wheelhouse. The print head…
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Why and how DDD is focusing on healthcare after solid-organ scaffolds’ success
3D Systems significantly expanded its focus on regenerative medicine and bioprinting solutions after reducing its workforce to concentrate on the healthcare AM sector. The expanded focus follows on great progress made in the development of 3D printing systems for solid-organ scaffolds. This progress is the product of collaboration between 3D…
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A first look at 3D printed bioresorbable bone implants from A.D.A.M.
Advanced Development of Additive Manufacturing (A.D.A.M.) is on the cusp of releasing 3D printed bioresorbable bone implants. The implants would, if successful, be completely absorbed by the body. Recovery times would improve; patients would undergo fewer surgeries; the implant is personalized to each patient. The application for this technology needs…
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