NEXT-3D · Next generation of 3D multifunctional materials and coatings for biomedical applications

Next generation of 3D multifunctional materials and coatings for biomedical applications

In the biomedical field, 3D metallic and ceramic structures have been widely used succesfully. One of the main issues is multifucntionality and consistency in the properties of materials. One way of manufacturing 3D structures is 3D printing. The main aim of NEXT-3D was to develop the next generation multifunctional 3D printed and coated materials for orthopaedic and dental implant applications. Multifunctional materials with drug delivery and antimicrobial properties are desirable by clinicians. Research was conducted following a multi and inter-disciplinary research methodology designed to develop innovative biomedical materials using advanced processing technologies (e,g. 3D laser printing and sintering and advanced coating) with market potential. The consortium hope that the research and related innovative programme will lead to the advancement of knowledge in the field and to new materials with superior properties. The overall objectives of the project were: 1. To develop a clear understanding of the basic material physics of 3D laser printing and the effect on the properties of materials. 2. To develop defect free, 3D laser printing processes for metals, polymers and ceramics and understand the effect on the properties and functionality of materials. 3. To create customised and accurate shapes and architectures by 3D printing technology and apply this knowledge to the development of multi-functional coatings for maxillofacial and orthopaedic implants. 4. To explore different ways to achieve multi-functionality by investigating the use of novel antimicrobial molecules and drug release devices with additional anti-inflammatory and analgesic functionalities. 5. To create fast and inexpensive innovative multifunctional medical devices with market potential. 6. To form and retain collaborations in a multi-disciplinary, interdisciplinary and international environment. 7. To effectively transfer knowledge and implement strong synergies and interactions among the participants by organising video conferences, secondments and a mini symposium at the end of the project. 8. To disseminate the scientific knowledge resulted by the combination of the effective training and research collaboration among the participants with the wider European and international scientific community by the organisation of the mini symposium at the end of NEXT-3D The work plan consisted of five work packages: WP1: Development of 3D laser printing and sintering of metallic surfaces with multifunctional coatings WP2: Development of 3D laser printing ceramic surfaces with antibacterial properties WP3: Development of multifunctional thin polymer films (drug delivery, antimicrobial properties) WP4: Development of a multifunctional surfaces for dental implants, hip and knee prostheses WP5: In vitro testing of produced multifunctional implants

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