Fundamentals of Bioprinting by Amaris Castanon

Bioprinting is a specialized form of 3D printing that uses biological materials to create structures that mimic natural tissues. This technology combines principles from engineering, biology, and materials science to produce living tissues and organ-like structures. The field of bioprinting is quickly evolving! Today, the field has expanded to a diverse range of application areas from personalized medicine to cosmetic testing. Additional application areas include cellular agriculture, where companies are leveraging 3D biopinting technology to create syntehtic meat for a growing global population. Overall, the field of bioprinting holds promise for humanity by advancing personalized medicine and transforming the way we approach tissue repair, food agriculture, cosmetic testing, and organ replacement.

This foundational bioprinting course offers an engaging overview of bioprinting, a cutting-edge technology at the intersection of biology, engineering, and materials science. Students will explore the principles of bioprinting, including the techniques and materials used to create complex, living tissues. Students will gain practical experience and insights into the challenges and innovations driving the field. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with a basic understanding of bioprinting and its transformative potential in healthcare and biotechnology.

Course curriculum will include the following:

• Why are we Bioprinting?

• Challenges and Applications within Bioprinting

• 3D Bioprinting Technologies: Extrusion and Light-Based

• Multi-Scales and Multi-Materials Bioprinting

• Learning the Basics of Moedling in 3D Bioprinting

• Workflow Overview in 3D Bioprinting