by Mrigakshi Dixit – Interesting Engineering –
Think of a future where injuries heal faster, diseases are cured more effectively, and lab-grown meat is a reality. This future is one step closer, thanks to the innovative work of Dr. Hao Liu from ETH Zurich.
Liu uses laser technology to create intricate, microscopic structures that mimic the natural architecture of human tissues.
These structures, made from a special type of gelatin, serve as scaffolds for growing cells. By carefully controlling the laser, Liu and his team can create highly aligned microfilaments (protein filaments). The filaments replicate the precise structure found in tissues like muscles, tendons, and nerves.
