Biofabrication · Bio-instructive materials
Engineering living futures.
We design advanced biomaterials and 3D tissue models that bring regenerative medicine closer to the complexity of living systems.
Our approach
Building better models of native tissues.
Natural tissues combine biological, chemical and mechanical cues across intricate microarchitectures. We recreate these environments through extrusion bioprinting, melt electrowriting and bio-instructive materials.
Our goal is to develop more relevant in vitro models for regenerative medicine, toxicity studies and drug testing—helping science move toward more predictive and animal-free methods.
Research directions
From materials to living systems.
Three complementary research directions connect precision manufacturing, responsive materials and biologically meaningful tissue models.
Bio-instructive materials
Materials designed to actively communicate with cells and shape their behaviour.
Selected work
Research in progress.
Explore current projects spanning interface tissues, osteoporosis models and advanced scaffold manufacturing.
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Developing the next generation of endobronchial valves: Identifying the optimal design for one-way air flow and decreased immune response
View project →: Developing the next generation of endobronchial valves: Identifying the optimal design for one-way air flow and decreased immune responseThis project aims to design the next generation of endobronchial valves by integrating computational modeling, experimental validation, and advanced 3D printing technologies, with a focus on mechanical performance, biocompatibility, and functional enhancement for clinical application. The newly developed valve should have superior properties compared to currently used valves, which often induce clinical problems such as…
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Additive manufacturing of a novel class of implants with heterogeneous structures, combining different biomaterials and printing methods
View project →: Additive manufacturing of a novel class of implants with heterogeneous structures, combining different biomaterials and printing methodsInjuries and degenerative conditions of the musculoskeletal system — sports-related tendon or ligament ruptures, damage to articular and osteochondral cartilage, and age-related osteoarthritis — are a common and pressing problem in all modern societies, and particularly in Europe given its ageing population. Because such injuries are painful and heal poorly, they frequently require surgical treatment.…
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3D printed hybrid scaffolds for interface tissue engineering
View project →: 3D printed hybrid scaffolds for interface tissue engineeringInterface tissue engineering is a recently emerged approach that aims at a full reconstruction of the gradients present in the body. Hard-soft tissue interfaces, such as bone-tendon, bone-ligament, and bone-cartilage junctions, are characterized by complex architectures, with a gradual transition of mechanical, biological, and chemical properties. Regeneration of these highly organized structures is extremely difficult…
Latest output
New knowledge, shared.
Recent peer-reviewed work from our interdisciplinary collaborations.
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Gradient in Motion: Mechanical Stimulation Of Cells Cultured on Melt Electrowritten Scaffolds
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An open-source mechanical stretching platform for controlled stimulation of tenocytes on melt electrowritten scaffolds
Read publication →: An open-source mechanical stretching platform for controlled stimulation of tenocytes on melt electrowritten scaffolds -
Engineering hard-soft tissue interfaces via 3D printing and melt electrowriting
Read publication →: Engineering hard-soft tissue interfaces via 3D printing and melt electrowriting
Work with us
Let’s build the next model together.
We welcome scientific collaborations, ambitious students and partners interested in translating advanced biofabrication into meaningful research.