Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DO You have three main layers of skin—the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis ...

While scientists have previously 3D bioprinted thin layers of skin, Ozbolat and his team are the first to intraoperatively print a full, ... from the adipose tissue to make another bioink component.

The adipose tissue, which serves as an endocrine organ, ... (2025). 3D Bioprinting‐Assisted Tissue Assembly of Endocrine Adipose Units for Enhanced Skin Regeneration.

Intraoperatively refers to the ability to print the tissue during surgery, meaning the approach may be used to more immediately and seamlessly repair damaged skin, the researchers said. The top layer ...