3D Printing
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The Printed Face is Just the Beginning of a 3D Revolution (Op-Ed)
By Chris Sutcliffe published
The news that a man in Wales was able to have his face reconstructed after a serious motorbike accident has brought the wonder of 3D printing to the mainstream.
In Images: A 3D Printed Liver
By Tia Ghose published
A new way of printing a 3D liver replica may guide surgeries, preventing complications.
3D Printed Liver Makes Surgery Safer
By Tia Ghose published
A new way of printing a 3D liver replica may guide surgeries, preventing complications. The new technique could also be used to guide face transplants and other complicated operations.
Artificial Heart 'Jacket' Made on 3D Printer
By Tia Ghose published
Scientists have figured out a way to make the epicardium, the outer layer of the heart, using a cheap 3D printer. The artificial tissue could be used to treat atrial fibrillation.
Bone Replacements and Heart Monitors Spur Health Revolution in Open Source 3D Printing (Op-Ed)
By Joshua M Pearce published
The evolution of 3D printing has moved quickly and it is now poised to alter every aspect of our lives and health.
Open Wide: 3D-Printed Foods Made to Eat: Photos
By Alyssa Danigelis published
Impressive edibles that emerged from 3-D printers.
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