3D-Printed Mold Technique Creates Realistic Vascular Models
Age-Old Molding Technique to 3D-Print Cell-Laden Vascular Models
Tags: Singapore University of Technology and Design, Singapore, Healthcare & Lifesciences
SUTD researchers, in collaboration with Queensland University of Technology, have developed a unique technique using 3D-printed molds to create complex, cell-laden vascular structures for biomedical applications. This method enables the fabrication of branching and multilayered vascular models, closely mimicking human blood vessels, which can aid in drug testing and research on cardiovascular diseases. By using a mold with selective crosslinking, the team achieved better control over the thickness and structural integrity of the vascular walls. These biofabricated models could pave the way for advanced therapeutic testing and the study of disease mechanisms in a setting closer to human physiology.
IP Type or Form Factor: Process & Method; Material
TRL: 4 - minimum viable product built in lab
Industry or Tech Area: Biotechnology; Medical Devices
