Full Description
The field of 3D bioprinting has witnessed significant growth over the past decade, with groundbreaking advances in the development of bioprinted tissues, organs, and implants. The use of 3D bioprinting has the potential to revolutionize regenerative medicine, drug development, and personalized healthcare. The Science and Applications of 3D Printing provides an in-depth exploration of the science of 3D bioprinting, covering the latest advancements in materials, techniques, and applications and serves as a comprehensive guide to this emerging field.
• Begins with a historical overview of bioprinting, followed by an exploration of the materials, bioinks, and CAD design used in bioprinting.
• Covers current bioprinting techniques, including bioprinting for regenerative medicine, drug development, and pharmaceutical testing.
• Includes numerous real-world case studies that highlight practical applications of 3D bioprinting, allowing readers to see how 3D bioprinting is being used in regenerative medicine, drug development, and pharmaceutical testing.
• Discusses the ethical and regulatory considerations associated with bioprinting.
• Provides insights into future directions and emerging trends.
This book is intended for scientists, researchers, students, and professionals interested in understanding the principles of 3D bioprinting, its applications, and the ethical considerations surrounding this exciting and rapidly advancing field.
Contents
0. Front Matter
1. From Concept to Reality: A Brief History of Bioprinting
2. Bioinks and Materials for 3D Bioprinting
3. From Digital Models to Living Tissues: CAD Design in 3D Bioprinting
4. Current Bioprinting Techniques and Tools
5. Information Technology Towards Bioprinting
6. 3D Bioprinting in Regenerative Medicine applications
7. Engineering Scaled-Up Tissues via 3D Bioprinting
8. Bioprinting on Organ-on-Chip Technology
9. In Vivo Studies of Bioprinted Tissues and Organs
10. Future Directions and Emerging Trends in 3D Bioprinting
