Researchers 3D Print Implants Using Silk

A team of South Korean researchers has made a breakthrough with the development of a silk 3D printing material that possesses the qualities needed for medical implants. The Bio 3D Silk-Printing System was developed jointly by the Rural Development Administration (RDA) and Hallym University, and it could make a big difference in surgical implants sooner than we think. The team has used their silk "ink" to successfully 3D print several orthopedic implants including clips, screws and plates, which have all shown to be durable, strong and stable. In addition, their natural properties mean that they can be safely absorbed by the body once the injury is healed, meaning that no future surgeries will be required. Read more at 3DPrint.com: https://3dprint.com/153067/silk-3d-p...aterial-korea/

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