Novel method of bioprinting neuron cells | ScienceDaily
Researchers have developed a new method of bioprinting adult neuron cells. They're using a new laser-assisted technology that maintains high
A group of researchers including a Concordia PhD student have developed a new method of bioprinting adult neuron cells. They're using a new laser-assisted technology that maintains high levels of cell viability and functionality. ππ³
Good for people and animals
"In general, people often leap to conclusions when we talk about bioprinting," Orimi says. "They think that we can now print things like human organs for transplants. While this is a long-term objective, we are very far from that point.
But there are still many ways to use this technology."
Nearest at hand is drug discovery. The team hopes to get approval to continue their research into cell grafting, which can assist greatly in drug discovery, such as for nerve recovery medicines.
Another advantage to using this technology, Orimi says, is a decrease in animal testing. This not only has a humanitarian aspect -- fewer animals will be euthanized to carry out experiments meant to benefit humans -- but it will also produce more accurate results, since testing will be carried out on human, not animal, tissue.
