A joint team from the University of Seville and the University of Nottingham has achieved a first by successfully 3D printing an image made up of stabilized gold nanoparticles with biocompatible and biodegradable systems.

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The innovative image—the University of Seville’s logo—and the technology behind it could have an impact on the pharmaceutical field. Gold is recognized as one of the most valuable and luxurious metals on the planet.

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Beyond its luxury appeal, however, gold also has important applications in the medical field. In one particular area of research, gold-based biosensors have proven to be effective at detecting carcinogenic cells and tumor biomarkers. At the same time, 3D printing has become an invaluable technology in the medical sector —used to produce anatomical models, custom surgical guides and tools and more. Now, the combination of biocompatible gold sensors and 3D printing are coming together in an exciting way. The research team […]

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