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ScienceTaxi BioForge

An advanced space bioprinting platform combining precision printing, automated cultivation, and in-situ analysis for next-generation biological research in microgravity.

tissue engineering

3D bioprinting

Designed for cutting-edge biological research, this BioPrinter supports up to two BioInk containers and customizable well plates with an integrated cultivation system. Printed samples can be securely cultivated with automated, timed fluid exchanges of up to three substances, ensuring optimal conditions for growth and in-situ analysis.

THE FIRST EUROPEAN MADE BIOPRINTER AND CULTIVATION FACILITY FOR MICROGRAVITY ENVIRONMENT

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BioForge

Capabilities

  • Enables high-precision 3D bioprinting in two independent regions, allowingon-site analysis with integrated cameras and the YuriScope system before deciding on the second batch.

  • Supports two different types of BioInks in an isolated temperature-controlled environment.

  • Includes well plates with embedded fluidic systems and isolated temperature regulation.

  • Features a fluidic system in an isolated temperature-controlled environment capable of adding up to three different fluids to the printed samples.

  • Allows long-term sample cultivation for several weeks with scheduled fluid delivery.

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FACTS

8 years of service lifetime

Designed in Luxembourg and Germany

Developed in cooperation with a leading German manufacturer of automated solutions in life science

Maiden mission planned for 2027


BioPrinting volume of 128 x 85 x 20 mm³

Custom-made well plates with up to 24 wells

Interfaces and development based on ISS standards

Humiditycontrol during printing


Fully autonomous operations

32.6 Kg of total mass

All regions with temperature control ranging from 4ºC to 40ºC

Total BioInk volume of 60ml


Use Cases

Drug screening e.g. preclinical toxicity tests

Tissue engineering & regenerative medicine

Basic research on tissue printing

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