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The Promising Applications of 3D Printing Technology for Diagnosis and Therapy of Cancer: Recent Advances and Challenges Publisher



Farrokhpour M ; Etehadi S S ; Hassanpoor P ; Faraj T A ; Hasan A H ; Abbasian V ; Aminnezhad S ; Azimi M ; Kashanian S ; Alavi M
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Source: BioImpacts Published:2026


Abstract

Using structured materials and special molecules, scientists can create synthetic materials that can change their properties in a controlled and efficient way, resulting in useful functions. These characteristics remind us of the most popular designs found in nature. Specifically, they can produce strong structures when needed, store information, cause movement, and hold and release therapeutic agents. These macromolecular systems can be created using three-dimensional (3D) printing technology that can respond to human physiological conditions. In this review, the reasons for this progress are explained, and the potential future developments for macromolecules with specific functions are discussed. This review delves into the advancements in 3D printing technology and polymeric nanomaterials, particularly in the diagnosis and therapy of cancer. In addition, it highlights the versatility of these materials in creating intricate scaffolds with enhanced therapeutic properties, leveraging nanotechnology to improve cell interactions. © 2026 The Author(s)