Collagen scaffolds: a FRESH take on bioprinting organs

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University (PA, USA) have developed a novel technique which allows anyone to 3D bioprint tissue scaffolds using collagen. This has allowed them to produce accurate mimics of the extracellular matrix bringing tissue engineering of organs a step closer. The extracellular matrix has an important role in providing structural support for cells. Prior to this research, bioprinting techniques have not been able to reproduce the complex extracellular matrix required to produce organs. Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University (PA, USA) are set to challenge this with their novel bioprinting technique, utilizing collagen. The technique, known as Freeform Reversible...