biofabrication
/ˌbaɪoʊˌfæbrɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The use of advanced technologies, such as 3D cell printing and bioinks, to assemble living cells and biological materials into organized, functional tissue structures.
Etymology
The word is a modern compound formed from the Greek-derived prefix 'bio-' (life) and the Latin-based 'fabrication' (the act of constructing or manufacturing). It emerged in scientific literature to describe the intersection of biotechnology and advanced manufacturing.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a process for manipulating cells and materials to create 3D tissue models that better replicate biological function than traditional methods. This technology is highlighted as a key development in biomedical engineering.
NASA Spaceline Current Awareness List #1,206 2 July 2026 (Space Life Science Research Results)
Read the full article ↗Astrobiology Web