Paul Gatenholm, Chalmers University of Technology (IMAGE)

Chalmers University of Technology

Paul Gatenholm, Chalmers University of Technology

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'This is a breakthrough in manufacturing technology. It allows us to move beyond the limits of nature, to create new sustainable, green products. It means that those products which today are already forest-based can now be 3D printed, in a much shorter time. And the metals and plastics currently used in 3D printing can be replaced with a renewable, sustainable alternative,' says Professor Paul Gatenholm.

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