Printing Microvascular Networks: Omnidirectional Printing of 3D Microvascular Networks (Adv. Mater. 24/2011)

• DOI: 10.1002/adma.201190092
• Publication Date: 2011-06-27T07:00:43Z
• Authors: Willie Wu; Adam DeConinck; Jennifer A. Lewis
• Keywords: Matrix (chemical analysis); Three dimensional printing

Jennifer A. Lewis and co-workers present 3D biomimetic microvascular networks of nearly arbitrary design on page H178. The are fabricated using omnidirectional printing a fugitive ink within photopolymerizable hydrogel matrix. After curing, the is removed from matrix leaving behind hierarchical, bifurcating channels that mimic natural microvasculature. (Image credit: W. Wu J. Lewis, University Illinois.)