Nano-StrutuREd 3D printed scaffold implants with functional properties to stimulate reGENeration in bone/neural TISSUE

GOALS

Understanding and developing innovative polymeric and hybrid materials lies at the core of our project. By combining materials science, biology, and 3D engineering, we aim to advance regenerative strategies for patients affected by severe injuries and chronic diseases, conditions in which the body is unable to fully restore complex tissues such as brain and bone. Our research integrates advanced biomaterials with 3D printing technologies to fabricate biocompatible scaffolds for neural applications, as well as bioactive and mechanically robust structures for bone and cartilage regeneration. Within the REGEN-3D TISSUE project, particular attention is devoted to PEEK-based biomaterials, valued for their excellent biocompatibility, high mechanical strength, chemical and thermal stability, and radiolucent properties.

Additive manufacturing offers the possibility to design patient-specific implants with tailored architectures and controlled porosity, enhancing tissue integration and regenerative performance. In this context, 3D-printed PEEK-based materials represent a highly promising platform for the future of personalized regenerative medicine.