High-throughput ultrasound-based volumetric 3D printing for tissue engineering
Duarte Moura, PhD
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Holding a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Porto (Faculty of Engineering – FEUP), his academic research was centered on the development and 3D fabrication of biodegradable graphene-based hydrogels, specifically designed for blood-contacting applications. This work involved the integration of advanced biomaterials with additive manufacturing techniques to engineer scaffolds with tailored mechanical, electrical, and biological properties suitable for vascular and cardiovascular interfaces.
Currently, he is a Bioprinting Specialist at Black Drop Biodrucker GmbH, where he brings his expertise in biomaterials and tissue engineering to the development of next-generation biofabrication solutions. In the context of the SONOCRAFT project, he is responsible for the optimization and formulation of novel bioinks compatible with volumetric 3D printing and ultrasonic manipulation technologies. His contributions aim to ensure that the engineered bioinks meet the functional and structural requirements needed to fabricate complex myocardial tissue constructs, ultimately advancing the project's goals in cardiovascular regenerative medicine.
Leon Roß, M. Sc.
With a Master’s degree in Mechatronic Engineering from the Technical University of Darmstadt, he brings a strong background in systems integration, robotics, and software development to his role at Black Drop Biodrucker GmbH. As a Software Developer, He is responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of software solutions that power othe company's advanced bioprinting platforms.
Within the SONOCRAFT project, he plays a key role in supporting the interdisciplinary collaboration between engineers, biologists, and materials scientists by contributing to the development of both hardware and software for the project’s innovative bioprinting systems. His work focuses on creating intuitive, robust, and high-performance software interfaces and control systems that enable precise volumetric 3D printing and ultrasonic cell manipulation. By ensuring seamless integration between hardware components and software functionalities, I help drive the technical innovation required to fabricate functional myocardial tissue constructs with high resolution and biological fidelity.
