The new dimension in 3D bioprinting
NanoOne Bio allows 3D printing of living cells for biological applications with unprecedented precision. Cell models mimicking natural tissue topography and sterile fabrication of cell scaffolds herald a new era for biomedical research.
Biocompatible 3D printing in the presence of living cells
Hydrobio INX© U200 is a gelatin-based hydrogel developed specifically for UpNano by BioINX. It provides all the biological benefits of conventional gelatin-based materials in combination with two photon polymerization processability enhanced by a high reactivity and fast curing speed. As a result, the bioink can be processed in the presence of cells at fast writing speeds resulting in a high cell viability. It is based on gelatin type B derived from natural collagen, which is modified with photo processable functional groups. After processing, it mimics the natural extra cellular matrix to a large extent resulting in a high cell viability. Additionally, as the formed hydrogel is biodegradable, it allows cells to remodel the environment and substitute it with newly formed ECM over time.
High-resolution bioprinting
The NanoOne printing system enables direct printing of living cells
Cells embedded in an X Hydrobio INX matrix can be used for three-dimensional in-vitro cell tests, which have become increasingly important in cell culture, tissue regeneration and pharmaceutical research. There is hardly any restriction in the choice of substrate. Cell culture plates, Petri dishes or microfluidic chips with glass bottoms can be inserted into the machine with the help of the universal holder. In combination with the stage top incubation system, native temperature, humidity and CO2 conditions are controlled during the printing process, ensuring call viability.
Biocompatible structures
Fabrication of structures and surface textures mimicking the microenvironment of cells
UpNano’s materials allow the fabrication of structures and surface textures mimicking the microenvironment of cells. These three-dimensional culture approaches, and especially the results obtained from them, are becoming increasingly important in preclinical research and will be groundbreaking for future therapeutic strategies.
The non-cytotoxicity and high biocompatibility of UpPhoto and UpOpto have been certified according to EN ISO 10992-5:2009. In addition, the UpOpto material has a low fluorescence, which is very advantageous for cell biological applications.
Microfluidic applications
Fabrication of high-resolution structures directly within a microfluidic chip
Internal elements such as separators, channels or membranes can be fabricated directly within a commercially available or custom-made microfluidic chip. The printing process takes place under sterile conditions. The material is prepared and injected under the laminar hood and the sealed chip can then be placed in the printing system and postprocessed in a sterile environment.
When using the biocompatible and low fluorescent UpOpto printing material, interference with any fluorescent signals of the cells can be avoided.