Bone-Like Hip Replacement from Bose's Lab (IMAGE) Washington State University Caption Washington State University researchers used a 3-D printer to make a variety of bone-like materials, including pieces of hip bone. Credit WSU Photo Services Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.