The center aims to develop devices for healthcare using 3D printing technology.
Currently, the center is working on the following projects:
- E-nable 3D Printing Center for Health – development of prostheses using E-nable models;
- Motion Seeker – construction of personalized assistive devices according to each individual’s needs;
- 3D Anatomical Printing – development of anatomical models based on medical images for surgical planning purposes.
However, the Center’s scope extends beyond these projects and it aims to broaden its impact by developing devices using 3D printing technology that have a significant societal impact.
The 3D Printing Center for Health is located at the NOVA School of Science and Technology | FCT NOVA and was created by the LIBPhys and Unidemi research units and FCT FabLab. Coordinated by Professor Cláudia Quaresma, it involves a transdisciplinary team working collaboratively with all stakeholders including patients, care providers, healthcare professionals, and researchers, adopting a user-centered approach.