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PUC-Rio Reshapes the Landscape of Medical Research and Education with the Power of 3D Printing Technologies

Jan 19, 2024

Jorge Lopes, a professor and researcher at the Department of Design of the Brazilian university PUC-Rio, is a pioneer in the realm of medical science both in Brazil and on the international stage. His groundbreaking work at the Biodesign Laboratory, in collaboration with Dr. Heron Werner, is reshaping the landscape of medical research and education by harnessing the power of cutting-edge 3D technologies.

The Biodesign Laboratory has three distinct areas of focus, each with a unique purpose and far-reaching implications for the medical field. These areas encompass a 3D Bioprinting Laboratory, a Virtual Reality Simulation Laboratory, and an Additive Manufacturing Laboratory, in which the Raise3D Pro3 3D printer is an important tool.

The Biodesign Laboratory has unique purpose and far-reaching implications for the medical field.

 

3D Printing Allows for a Better Understanding of Fetal Development

Professor Jorge Lopes and Dr. Heron Werner’s pioneering study has spearheaded the incorporation of state-of-the-art 3D printing technologies in the field of fetal research, an area that lacks comprehensive three-dimensional modeling studies.

The revolutionary aspect of their work lies in the creation of 3D models that faithfully mirror the physical characteristics of the developing fetus. This newfound precision allows medical practitioners to better visualize and comprehend the complex anatomical structures and physiological changes occurring during gestation. Beyond education, the impact of 3D fetal modeling extends to the realm of clinical practice. Medical professionals can employ these models for preoperative planning, enhancing the accuracy of surgical procedures and minimizing risks. Such applications have the potential to revolutionize prenatal interventions and improve outcomes for both mothers and infants.

In addition to fetal medicine, the Biodesign Laboratory’s projects extend to many medical specialties, such as neurology, cardiology, orthopedics, transplantation, and others.

3D models allow medical practitioners to better visualize and comprehend the complex anatomical structures and physiological changes.

 

Raise3D’s Pro3 Plays an Integral Part in Furthering Medical Science

Technological advancements in non-invasive medical imaging have empowered researchers to generate intricate 3D images derived from medical examinations, namely magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound (USG). These high-fidelity 3D images serve as the foundation for the creation of physical models.

The high-fidelity 3D images serve as the foundation for the creation of physical models.

 

The Raise3D Pro3 Series is instrumental in producing these physical models that are at the forefront of medical education, research, and clinical practice.

With the large build volume, high precision, and consistent performance, Raise3D Pro3 Series printer is a workhorse in prototyping, and printing models.

These lifelike models offer a tangible and interactive platform for learning, enabling students and practitioners to hone their skills and develop a deeper understanding of pathologies, anomalies, and potential treatment modalities.

Raise3D Pro3 Series is instrumental in producing the physical models.

 

This case is shared by UP3D, which is Raise3D’s reseller in Brazil.

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