"Mini 3D Bioprinter Inspired by Elephants Aims to Heal Vocal Cords"

Researchers at McGill University developed the worlds smallest 3D bioprinter, inspired by elephants, to deliver hydrogels for healing vocal cords after surgery.

• The innovative 3D printing device features a 2.7-millimetre-wide printhead on a flexible arm, mimicking an elephants trunk, designed for precision in delicate surgeries.
• This mini bioprinter could deliver healing hydrogel directly to vocal cords post-surgery, potentially reducing complications like fibrosis in tissue repair.
• Published on 29 October in the journal Device, the research highlights advancements in biomedical engineering, utilizing real-time computing to enhance surgical outcomes.