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Devices, systems, and methods for the fabrication of tissue utilizing UV cross-linking

US10174276B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 2016
Grant dateJan 8, 2019
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N5/0062
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Described herein are bioprinters comprising: one or more printer heads, wherein a printer head comprises a means for receiving and holding at least one cartridge, and wherein said cartridge comprises contents selected from one or more of: bio-ink, and support material; a UV light module for optionally exposing the contents of at least one cartridge to UV light; a means for calibrating the position of at least one cartridge; and a means for dispensing the contents of at least one cartridge. Also described herein are methods of using and bioprinting cartridges for such bioprinters.

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