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Researchers Map The Path To AI Guided 3D Food Printing

A new research paper lays out how extrusion 3D food printing and AI could deliver truly personalized, plant-based meals.

Researchers Successfully 3D Print Living Cornea

A report said that researchers have been able to successfully 3D print a living cornea.

3D Printing for All: Lessons from Hospitals That Built It From the Ground Up

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe show why starting small, investing in people, and following clinical demand are the real drivers behind successful hospital-based 3D printing programs.

Researchers Prototype 3D Printed Pediatric Knee Joint

A research paper describes the “Pedi-knee”, a 3D printed prototype of a pediatric knee joint.

Inside HP’s Vision at Additive Manufacturing Strategies 2026

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe spotlight a pivotal moment at Additive Manufacturing Strategies 2026, where Arvind Rangarajan outlined a clear path to industrial-scale 3D printing.

LPBF Prints Zinc–Silver–Copper Alloys For Biodegradable Implants

Researchers used Laser Powder Bed Fusion to 3D print zinc–silver–copper alloys and report promising cytocompatibility for future biodegradable implants.

Rotational MultiMaterial 3D Printing of Pneumatically Programmable Soft Robots

Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding examine how rotational multi-material 3D printing embeds programmable pneumatic channels in elastomer filaments to create soft robots that bend, twist, and grasp on command, while highlighting key durability and scaling limits. Introduction Soft robots can bend, twist, and conform around delicate objects, enabling safer interaction than many rigid mechanisms. However,… Continue reading Rotational MultiMaterial 3D Printing of Pneumatically Programmable Soft Robots

LM PAEK Can Outperforms PEEK In Certain Applications

A Drexel-led team showed that porous PAEK knee revision topologies can be 3D printed using the FFF process strong enough for demanding loads.

Patent Proposes Lights Out Implant 3D Printing

A new patent filing describes an AI driven 3D printer that could automate patient specific implant production with minimal human touch time.

3D Printed Dissolving Microneedles

Researchers used 3D printed tooling to create dissolving microneedles that deliver drugs through the cheek.

Duke University’s Research Strategy and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan examine how Duke University’s research strategy, shaped by federal funding uncertainty, healthcare innovation, and advanced manufacturing trends, is positioning 3D printing as a key driver of biomedical, engineering, and life science advancement within the Research Triangle.

Review Charts 3D Printing For Personalized Oral Drugs

A new review maps how additive manufacturing could deliver truly personalized oral medicines.

Magnesium 3D Printing Edges Closer To Clinical Use

A new review examines how magnesium containing materials and additive processes could turn patient specific, resorbable bone repairs into reality.

Why 3D Printed Prosthetics Haven’t Scaled

An article on IEEE Spectrum explores reasons why 3D printed prosthetics have yet to catch on.

Stratasys Launches RadioMatrix Material to Enable Scannable 3D Printed Surgical Models

Stratasys announced general availability of a curious new material called “RadioMatrix”.

L-Codes for Additive Manufacturing: Recognizing 3D Printed Prosthetics and Orthotics

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi decode how recent updates to L-codes now recognize additively manufactured prosthetics and orthotics, marking a pivotal step toward mainstream reimbursement and broader access to 3D printed healthcare solutions.

New 3D Printed Microbots Use Magnets and Ultrasound for Precise Drug Release

Researchers have developed an ingenious method of targeted drug delivery using 3D printing.

Customized 3D Printed Spinal Implants Could Become a New App for AM

Neurosurgeons 3D printed a custom spinal implant for the first time.

Researchers 3D Print Microstructures Inside Living Human Cells for the First Time

Researchers have 3D printed structures inside a living cell.

Healing in 3D: How Ricoh is Helping to Save Lives

Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan spotlight Ricoh’s leap into 3D printing and how it is reshaping healthcare with personalized surgical planning, in-hospital innovation studios, and groundbreaking clinical partnerships. (Re-published for updated content.)

Stratasys Eyes Medical Applications with New Body Part 3D Printing Patent

A new patent from Stratasys hints at a new 3D print application: Body Part Printing.

Researchers Develop Nearly Invisible 3D-Printed EEG Electrodes for Comfortable Long-Term Use

Researchers have developed a 3D-printed EEG electrode that’s almost invisible.

Lithoz Advances Into Regulated Healthcare Market With ISO 13485 Quality Certification

Lithoz announced a critical regulatory certification that will almost certainly grow their business.

Billions in the Balance: How Pharma Giants Are Betting on 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe reveal how industry leaders like Eli Lilly, Johnson & Johnson, and Roche are going all-in on additive manufacturing.

From Cactus to Prosthetic: How Nature and 3D Printing Are Transforming Limb Replacement

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how combining bio-inspired engineering with cutting-edge 3D printing, Limber Prosthetic has developed a lightweight, customizable below-the-knee prosthetic that is redefining mobility and accessibility for amputees worldwide. Advancements in 3D printing have revolutionized many industries, from aerospace to healthcare. One of the most inspiring applications of this technology is… Continue reading From Cactus to Prosthetic: How Nature and 3D Printing Are Transforming Limb Replacement

KeratOprinter Project Aims to 3D Print Corneas to Address Global Donor Shortage

The KeratOPrinter hopes to solve corneal blindness with new technology.

Solventum Under Pressure: What Thermo Fisher’s Billion-Dollar Buy Means for Healthcare Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Thermo Fisher’s US$3.5-$4 billion acquisition of Solventum’s filtration business, exploring its impact on the industry, competitors, and innovation in 3D printing technology.

From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Labs: How SPARC Kips Bay is Redefining NYC’s STEM Landscape

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how SPARC Kips Bay’s transformative project and 3D printing technology are set to revolutionize healthcare education, innovation, and economic growth in New York City.

Revolutionizing Foot and Ankle Care: Zimmer Biomet Expands with Paragon 28 Buyout

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Zimmer Biomet’s US$1.1 billion acquisition of Paragon 28 strengthens its 3D printing capabilities, revolutionizing personalized orthopedic solutions.

Dynamic Molding Revolutionizes Silicone 3D Printing with New Partnership

Lynxter announced a very unusual new approach to silicone 3D printing: Dynamic Molding. Silicone 3D printing is relatively rare in the 3D print world, as few companies offer this capability. One of them is France-based Lynxter. Lynxter and 3Deus Dynamics, creators of the new Dynamic Molding process, announced a strategic partnership. This collaboration targets healthcare,… Continue reading Dynamic Molding Revolutionizes Silicone 3D Printing with New Partnership

2024: The Year 3D Printing Transformed Industries Amid Global Upheaval

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how 3D printing technology surged forward, reshaping defense, healthcare, and other sectors despite global economic pressures.

Lugo Labs Develops 3D Printing Filaments Mimicking the Human Body

Korean company Lugo Labs has developed a very unusual set of materials for the medical industry.

From Tariffs to Innovation: The US$1.33 Billion Merger Transforming PPE

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how the transformative Honeywell-PIP merger leverages 3D printing to tackle supply chain challenges, drive innovation, and lead the PPE industry into the future.

The Future of Healthcare: Wyss Institute’s Game-Changing 3D Printing Innovations

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the Wyss Institute’s cutting-edge 3D printing advances, from bioprinted tissues to life-saving medical devices.

Frontier Bio’s New Bioprinting Technology Creates Functional Human Lung Tissue

Frontier Bio announced a key breakthrough in bioprinting: they’ve successfully 3D printed human lung tissue.

Researchers Develop Voxelated Bioprinting Technology

New research shows a method of performing voxelated bioprinting. Hold on, what does that mean? Voxelated printing is a somewhat rare capability implemented only in certain 3D printing processes. The idea is to control the specific material by location in the object. Just as a 2D image is made from pixels, a 3D object can… Continue reading Researchers Develop Voxelated Bioprinting Technology

Lithoz Pioneers 3D Printed Ceramic Implants with Successful Jaw Surgery

Lithoz announced a notable achievement: a human implantation of a ceramic part.

How Stryker and Apple’s Vision Pro are Enhancing Medical Procedures with 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stryker’s integration of Apple’s Vision Pro and 3D printing technology is revolutionizing surgical precision and patient outcomes in the healthcare industry.

Wegovy Profits Fuel Novo Holdings’ Ambitious 3D Bioprinting Ventures

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how Novo Holdings is channeling the massive success of weight loss drug Wegovy into strategic investments in 3D bioprinting.

Advances in 3D Printed Drugs: Personalized Treatment and Controlled Release Mechanisms

A new research paper explores the idea of personalized 3D printed drugs.

Artec 3D Partners with Handicap International to Enhance Prosthetic Production in Rwanda

Artec 3D has been busy in Africa assisting an NGO working with handicapped patients.

Rebuilding Gaza: Harnessing 3D Printing for Infrastructure and Healthcare

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the importance of 3D printing technology for post-war reconstruction and how it can aid Gaza’s rebuilding efforts.

How 3D Printing Innovation Benefits from Physician Practice Consolidations Despite FTC Scrutiny

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the FTC’s investigation into Welsh Carson and the importance of 3D printing’s value-add as a resource.

3D Printing Promises Personalized Prosthetic Devices in Remote Areas

According to research at Loughborough University, led by Dr. Simin Li, the novel digital workflow significantly increases accessibility and production speed.

Reducing Animal Testing in Pharma: Edinburgh’s 3D Printed Organ Chips Offer New Solutions

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a 3D printed “body on chip”.

Houston Emerges as a Hub for 3D Printing Innovation Across Industries

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight industries that are flourishing in Houston, Texas.

Ricoh: Partnering for 3D Printed Anatomical Models and Metal Printing Solutions

There are two very different news items from Ricoh.

3D Printing’s Role in Custom-Fit Hearing Aids and Dementia Risk Reduction

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how companies in the medtech industry can leverage 3D printing to enhance customization and fit of hearing aids.

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Harnessing 3D Printing for Cost-Efficient Innovation and Tax Incentives

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss energy-based Inflation Reduction Act tax incentives as a solutions for hospitals amid rising labor costs.

Innovative 3D Printed Bio-Implants: A New Approach Using the Eye

Researchers have developed a highly unusual 3D printed solution for bio-implants.

3D Printing in Medicine: Philips’ Partnerships with 3D Systems and Stratasys

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi remark on Philips’ transformation into a healthcare-focused company how its engagement in 3D printing activities can help.

Unlocking the Power of Peptides: Rice’s Innovative Approach to Bioprinting

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Rice University’s ongoing efforts to pioneer the use of self-assembling peptides as bioink for 3D printing.

From Aerospace to Dental: 3D Printing’s Role in Six Manufacturing Fields

3D print technology is slowly moving into manufacturing, but what, exactly is driving it?

Planificación quirúrgica digital: una entrevista con el cofundador y CEO de TECHFIT, Mauricio Toro

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe tienen una conversación interesante con Mauricio Toro, cofundador y director ejecutivo de TECHFIT.

Digital Surgery Planning: An Interview with TECHFIT’s Co-founder and CEO Mauricio Toro

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe have an engaging conversation with Mauricio Toro, co-founder and CEO of TECHFIT.

Xometry Survey Reveals Medical Device Manufacturers Embrace Reshoring

Xometry released a survey with a rather incredible finding about offshoring.

Unlocking the Potential of 3D Printing with HP’s Applications Approach

HP has been quite busy developing applications for their 3D print technology, a different strategy than most manufacturers.

How 3D Printing Propelled Medical Device Giants Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, Stryker, and Medtronic

Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabala look at how four medtech companies leveraged 3D printing to recover after the pandemic.

Enhanced Patient Care: The Power of 3D Printed Anatomical Models

Charles R. Goulding and Justin Snyder review findings from a webinar describing unique AM applications for healthcare.

How 3D Printing Can Improve Mental Cognition As We Age

Could 3D printing help seniors?

Advancing MedTech with 3D Printed Exoskeletons

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increased use of 3D printing to produce customized medical exoskeletons.

Exploring Formlabs’ Cutting-Edge Resins for Dental and Healthcare Applications

Charles R. Goulding spoke with Formlabs’ Guillaume Bailliard.

JEOL’s EBM Metal 3D Printing Process Arrives in North America

We have a quick update from JEOL on their metal 3D printing progress.

Exploring the Potential of 3D Printing in Kaiser Permanente’s New Venture, Risant Health

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi In April 2023, Kaiser Permanente announced that it would be acquiring Geisinger Health, a 10-hospital system in Pennsylvania, in a strategy to acquire the first of several nonprofit, community-based health systems. This new system would give rise to the entity, Risant Health, which would operate separately and distinctly from… Continue reading Exploring the Potential of 3D Printing in Kaiser Permanente’s New Venture, Risant Health