We are excited to share this news with all enthusiasts of the pharmaceutical industry and innovative technologies! We have just published the chapter "Material Properties and Selections for Additive Manufacturing (AM)" from the book titled 3D & 4D Printing Methods for Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Personalized Drug Delivery.
📚 Exploring the fascinating world of Additive Manufacturing (AM), popularly known as 3D printing 📚
If you're curious to learn more about how AM can revolutionize the pharmaceutical industry, this chapter is a must-read! Let’s dive deep into AM technologies and discover how they are transforming the way medicines are manufactured and delivered.
🎯 Key advantages of Additive Manufacturing in the Pharmaceutical Industry 🎯
The use of AM technologies is bringing a number of significant benefits to the pharmaceutical industry. Some of these advantages include:
Personalized medicine: Imagine entering the era of personalized medications, with complex shapes and unique formulations. AM is bringing us closer to the long-dreamed personalized medicine, opening up new possibilities for treatments.
On-demand manufacturing: Get ready to witness the power of in situ drug manufacturing, precisely tailored to meet each patient’s dosage needs. The era of standardized dosing is giving way to custom-made treatments.
Sustainability and waste reduction: In contrast to traditional manufacturing methods, which often result in wasted drugs, 3D printing enables small-batch production. This not only meets market demands but also promotes sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
Faster development of therapies: 3D printers are not just manufacturing tools but can also be drivers of new therapies. The agility of these printers could accelerate drug development, allowing innovative treatments to reach the market faster.
🔬 Authors 🔬
This chapter was written by professionals with extensive experience in the field: Marcos A. d'Ávila (professor at UNICAMP), Bruna Manzini (pharmaceutical biochemist), and José Luis Dávila (founder of the company 593iCAN).
🔗 Essential reading for the curious: If you’re eager to better understand how Additive Manufacturing is reshaping the pharmaceutical landscape, don’t miss the opportunity to dive into this chapter.
You can access the full chapter via the DOI:
Get ready for a fascinating journey into the future of the pharmaceutical sector and AM technologies! Join us as we explore the frontiers of Additive Manufacturing and its profound impact on personalized medicine, manufacturing efficiency, and much more.