We aim to develop bespoke devices and materials for the manufacture of life-changing drugs. 3D printing enables the fabrication of purification devices with custom and ordered designs that will maximize production efficiency while minimising costs. This will represent a significant step to change from traditional separation methods still relying on technologies developed in 1940. During this project, 3D printing technology is implemented to serve healthcare needs by developing 3D printable materials with a complex geometry to address FDBK separation challenges. 

Ms Mariachiara Conti is the lead PhD student actively involved in this project, which is co-funded by FDBK (in the framework of the FDB Centre of Excellence in Bioprocessing 2.0) and the Scottish Research Partnership in Engineering.