Imagine holding a child’s heart in your hands and seeing the exact path a surgeon must take before a single incision. That shift from uncertainty to clarity frames this conversation on how 3D printing, virtual reality, and advanced imaging are transforming pediatric cardiology. Our speakers show how AI-assisted segmentation, multimodality fusion, VR rehearsal, and rapid mixed-reality planning are reshaping preoperative strategy and improving communication with families. Sarah Ptashnik of Mate...
Orthotics and prosthetics are entering a new era. Instead of hand-built devices that take days to shape and adjust, clinicians can now scan a limb, tune the geometry in software, and print a device that fits with impressive consistency. This episode explores how that shift is happening in real clinics and fabrication labs by hearing from experts who are shaping the future of digital O and P. We have Michael Schmitt of Prosthetic Plus , who has moved from traditional clinical practice into adv...
In this episode, Dr. Karolina Valente, Founder and CEO of VoxCell BioInnovation, discusses her journey in biotechnology, focusing on 3D bioprinting and its impact on cancer research and drug discovery. She shares insights into her leadership at VoxCell, the company's growth, and the accolades it has received. Dr. Valente also talks about the importance of partnerships, the future of biotechnology, and her personal experiences that drive her passion for innovation. Questions answered: How di...
Summary In this conversation, Jenny Chen explores the complex implications of ChatGPT on intelligence and education. She emphasizes the need for careful consideration of the technology's impact, particularly in academic settings, and discusses the broader context of a technological revolution that may have both positive and negative consequences. Takeaways Is ChatGPT making us dumb?This is a much more complicated question.ChatGPT is problematic, especially for students.We should consider...
How well do we really understand the body? For decades, surgeons have relied on static scans and flat 2D models to plan procedures. Gilly Yildirim believes it’s time to expand our view to more dimensions. As founder and CEO of Vent Creativity, he is bringing together point clouds, digital twins, and physics-based AI to capture movement with a level of precision that static imaging is far from. In conversation with Jenny Chen, Gilly Yildirim describes how his team built a platform that sees t...
Microfluidics has long promised to reshape diagnostics, drug discovery, and laboratory science. Microfluidics is about manipulating how tiny amounts of liquid move through channels no wider than a human hair; a "lab on a chip" diagnostic. Now imagine being able to 3D print those channels instead of painstakingly etching them. Paul Marshall, CEO of Rapid Fluidics, is working to improve the norm by applying additive manufacturing to the design and production of microfluidic systems. In this epi...
What truly makes bioprinting possible isn’t just 3D printers. It's important to understand the materials that flow through them. In this virtual event, we explored the world of biomaterials for tissue engineering and how chemists are shaping the future of regenerative medicine through careful material design. On demand course: https://3dheals.com/courses/advanced-biomaterials-for-3d-printed-medtech-and-biotech/ YouTube highlights: Here Our editorial event recap: https://3dheals.com/what...
What happens when advanced mathematics meets manufacturing? The result is a new way of creating products that range from record-breaking running shoes to life-changing medical devices. In this episode, we sit down with Elissa Ross, mathematician and CEO of Metafold 3D, to explore how her company is using mathematics to reshape design and manufacturing. Metafold’s platform is built on geometric intelligence which is her company's novel approach that transforms shapes into data that can be anal...
Cartilage injuries sideline millions every year, yet current treatments often fail to restore long-term function. In this episode, Dr. Nathan Castro and Dr. Ben Holmes, co-founders of Nanochon, explain how they are tackling this challenge with a 3D-printed implant designed not only to replace damaged tissue but to help it regrow. What began as a collaboration in a graduate lab has grown into a company now preparing for its first human clinical trial. Their journey began at George Washington U...
What if your medication could be made just for you? No more pill overload and no more awkward dosing workarounds. Just the exact treatment you need when you need it. That is the promise of 3D printed pharmaceuticals. Drug manufacturing has relied on a one-size-fits-all model for decades. Nearly half of all medications lack proper formulations for children and seniors are often left struggling to manage boxes of pills each day. It is time for a smarter, more personal approach. In this episode,...
Lee Dockstader takes us on a fascinating journey through the commercialization of 3D printing in healthcare, drawing from his decades of experience with industry giants like HP and 3D Systems. Dockstader is one of the major pioneers of the 3D printing revolution that helped transform medical applications today. The conversation takes us behind the curtain of industry-defining moments few people know about. One is the story of Invisalign. Today it’s a household name, but in its early years A...
The future of medicine is growing closer to recreating the very building blocks of life itself. In this groundbreaking discussion, four bioprinting experts reveal how their technologies are moving rapidly from laboratory concepts to clinical realities that could forever change how we treat disease. Mike Graffeo, the CEO and co-founder of FluidForm Bio, shares the group's remarkable progress toward eliminating insulin injections for type 1 diabetes patients. Their FRESH 3D bioprinting technol...
What happens when cutting-edge technology meets veterinary expertise? Precision, innovation, and better outcomes for our four-legged family members. Dr. Bill Oxley, a prominent figure in veterinary orthopaedics, walks us through the evolving world of 3D-guided veterinary surgery. With years of surgical experience behind him, Dr. Oxley began to question the limits of traditional planning methods. Complex bone deformities that looked manageable on initially often became challenges in the ...
This is an AI-generated audio version of the news section of the Lattice Newsletter. You can find the full newsletter, including a list of recent healthcare 3D printing and bioprinting news here. Full Lattice Newsletter Archive. Highlighted news this week: • US Army developing field-deployable bioprinting labs for creating custom skin grafts in combat zones • Stanford researchers designing organ-scale vascular trees for 3D-printed hearts 200 times faster than previous methods • First p...
Artificial intelligence is transforming medical 3D printing and bioprinting. In this virtual event, hear from a panel of experts from across the globe. Our speakers showcase the practical applications of AI in creating personalized medical solutions that were previously impossible. One size does not fit all. William Jung, Business Development Director of FITme in South Korea, explains how AI-driven customized silicone implants are revolutionizing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Using a ...
Printhead technology may not sound revolutionary, but what if it could radically transform the way we manufacture everything from electric motors to medical implants? That's exactly what Ben Harkoff and his team at Quantica have achieved with their breakthrough inkjet system that can handle materials 10-20 times more viscous than any conventional technology. Starting in 2018 with a simple goal of printing electronics, Ben's team became frustrated when every existing printhead failed spectacu...
Tuan Tranpham shares his extraordinary journey from Vietnamese refugee to 3D printing industry leader, offering unique insights on industry evolution, technological innovation, and future trends. His global perspective bridges Eastern and Western manufacturing approaches while highlighting continuous carbon fiber printing opportunities and microfactory development. Vietnamese refugee turned global 3D printing leader3D printing in 2003, after Z Corp The Journey: 3D Systems, Desktop Meta...
When EOS president Glynn Fletcher declared "3D printing is cool, but cool is not a business model" at Rapid TCT 2025, he captured the evolution across the additive manufacturing landscape. In this eye-opening conversation with Craig Rosenblum, president of Himed, we explore how the industry matures beyond technological demonstrations toward practical, sustainable applications. Craig brings a unique perspective as both a materials science expert and the leader of a 35-year-old biomaterials co...
Peering into the microscopic world of fluid channels just got a revolutionary upgrade. At this 3DHEALS event, we explore the transformative impact of 3D printing on microfluidic device development with industry experts and researchers at the cutting edge of this technology convergence. Our speakers share how specialized 3D printing systems are overcoming traditional fabrication limitations, enabling rapid prototyping and the creation of revolutionary new designs. Summary: Hamdeep ...
Sam Onukuri takes us through his remarkable 30-year journey at Johnson & Johnson, where he transformed the landscape of medical devices through pioneering work in 3D printing technology. As a material scientist who led the development of J&J's Center of Excellence for additive manufacturing, Sam offers rare insights into how a global healthcare giant approached innovation and personalized medicine. The conversation reveals the fascinating evolution of medical 3D printing from basic p...