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Engineers pioneer use of 3D printer to create new bones

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  1. Archean TechSpot Paladin Posts: 5,735   +27

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    A 3D printer is being used to create "bone-like" material which researchers claim can be used to repair injuries. The engineers say the substance can be added to damaged natural bone where it acts as a scaffold for new cells to grow.
    Archean, Dec 2, 2011
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