Devices, systems, and methods for the fabrication of tissue utilizing UV cross-linking
US9499779B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2033 |
Classification
- 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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