Life Solved

3D Printing for the Body ft. Professor Gordon Blunn

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In this episode of Life Solved from the University of Portsmouth, we hear how the work of Professor Gordon Blunn and his team is revolutionising the way artificial limbs and joint replacements are integrated with the human body.

 

Using 3D printing technology, Professor Blunn explains how this smart design can tackle the challenges of worn, ill-fitting or uncomfortable prostheses.

 

His work with young people suffering from bone cancer has helped him understand why it’s so important to find long-lasting implants that create a comfortable and adaptable solution for our changing bodies.

 

Hear about this truly life-changing innovation in this episode of Life Solved from the University of Portsmouth.

 

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Follow our latest research- https://www.port.ac.uk/research

Professor Gordon Blunn – https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/structure-and-governance/our-people/our-staff/gordon-blunn

 

https://online.boneandjoint.org.uk/bjj/author-feature/author-feature-gordon-blunn-february-2017

 

Blood glue https://researchportal.port.ac.uk/portal/en/publications/the-development-of-a-novel-autologous-blood-glue-aiming-to-improve-osseointegration-in-the-boneimplant-interface(19f424e2-3efa-49a0-b178-dbe38146ffaa).html

  

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