A new Japanese medical firm, Cyfuse Biomedical (Tokyo, Japan), is embarking on a most unique application of 3D printing. The goal of their research effort is to create new blood vessels. Koji Kuchiishi is the CEO of the firm; his previous endeavors include mobile phone design (at Panasonic), a patent associate, and a stint as a McKinsey consultant. His firm has significant venture backing (JAFCO, the largest Japanese Venture Capital firm and the University of Tokyo Edge Capital Fund, among others). Cyfuse’s developments are “protected” by patents in the US, China, Singapore, and Japan.
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A Bioartificial Kidney is Introduced
We expect scientists and engineers to provide us with the truth. And, generally, they do. And, there are times when scientists and engineers are allowed to dream and tell us their dreams. The problem is when folks take those talks out of context and confuse the general public.