Medical & Dental

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects an estimated 10 million people worldwide, and it is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s. Still, for a condition that is so widespread, it is difficult to diagnose. There…

Unfortunately, research on the female body, particularly concerning health, remains largely neglected. Researchers at ETH Zurich now want to change this with their groundbreaking study of breast milk cells. Specifically, how breast milk is produced within the body has not…

3D bioprinting continues to evolve as a promising tool in the field of personalized medicine. With this in mind, researchers at McMaster University in Ontario have developed a new bioink that mimics the mechanical and structural properties of lung tissue.…

According to the WHO, over 800 million people worldwide suffer from diabetes. While type 2 diabetes can be prevented with a healthy diet and sufficient exercise, the causes of type 1 diabetes have not yet been fully researched. This type…

In July 2021, Dave Richards’ life changed dramatically during a bike ride with two friends in the UK’s Somerset region. The group of cyclists collided with a drunk driver who was on the phone at the wheel. Dave went under…

The shortage of organs available for transplantation remains a major issue: demand far exceeds supply. In the United States, there are more than 100,000 people on organ transplant lists, and some might wait years to receive one, if they survive…

Imagine having a gummy made just for you, with the right amount of iron, vitamin D or any other nutrient your body needs. A team of researchers from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), in collaboration with the University of…

This week’s 3DExpress is full of exciting developments. First, we cover the world’s first femur transplant that succeeded with the help of a 3D printed femur. Then, we take a look at new collaborations: Women in 3D Printing is joining…

Aside from skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women in the United States. In 2025 alone, an estimated 42,170 women are expected to die from the disease. However, ongoing advances in screening, prevention, and…

Dentistry is a field where precision, aesthetics and functionality must coexist in perfect harmony. This technically demanding sector has benefited greatly from advances in 3D printing. Among the young companies transforming dental production methods, FIDENTIS® stands out. A spin-off from…

Imagine building a wheelchair using a 3D printer, without needing any tools for assembly. Now, imagine that this wheelchair is not a standard model, but is specially designed for children. MakeGood, a New Orleans-based organization specializing in the design of…

The medical sector is benefiting greatly from advances in additive manufacturing. Thanks to the ability to create unique models for each patient, personalized medicine is finally becoming a reality. Medical implants represent a particularly sensitive field, as they involve the…