Bioprinting for medical applications
Stephan, R. (2024) Bioprinting für medizinische Anwendungen. Themenkurzprofil Nr. 77. Büro für Technikfolgen-Abschätzung beim Deutschen Bundestag (TAB). doi:10.5445/IR/1000179509
This topic brief provides an overview of bioprinting technologies capable of fabricating tissue constructs or organ‑like structures for regenerative medicine, drug testing, and personalized therapies. It highlights major scientific advances, material and bio‑ink innovations, and early clinical research pathways. Ethical issues, regulatory barriers, and technological uncertainties are discussed as crucial factors shaping the future adoption of bioprinting in healthcare systems.
Publication type:
policy brief
Publication language:
German
Publication date:
2025-03
Publication URL:
https://doi.org/10.5445/IR/1000179509
Institute:
Office of Technology Assessment at the German Bundestag (TAB) (TAB)
Country:
Germany
Project:
Horizon scanning - detecting scientific and technical trends and socio-economic developments in early development stages (TAB)

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