Paloma Duran
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Paloma Duran holds a BA in International Relations and an MA in Journalism. Specializing in writing, podcasting, and content and event creation, she works across politics, energy, mining, and technology. With a passion for global trends, Paloma is particularly interested in the impact of technology like 3D printing on shaping our future.

University of Arkansas Researchers Explore Sorghum Protein Bioink for Food and Pharmaceutical 3D Printing

The University of Arkansas, U.S. public research institution, is advancing the development of sorghum protein as a stable, functional 3D bioink for foods and medical products. The project addresses a critical gap in current 3D food printing research, which has…

Hugo and Zellerfeld Debut 3D Printed Loafer at Paris Fashion Week

Hugo, a sub-label of Hugo Boss, has partnered with 3D printing footwear company Zellerfeld to develop a loafer-style shoe produced entirely through additive manufacturing. The HUGO FORWARD x Zellerfeld model is created using Zellerfeld’s proprietary software and hardware and is…

Renishaw and IMR Collaborate to Advance Metal 3D Printing for Satellite Optics

UK-based engineering firm Renishaw has announced a collaboration with Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) at their facility near Dublin to develop advanced process parameters for metal 3D printing of freeform optical components used in laser-based satellite communications. This project, part of…

UT Austin Researchers Develop Light-Controlled 3D Printing Technique for Mixed-Material Objects

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) have developed a 3D printing method that replicates nature’s integration of soft and hard materials—such as the bone cushioned by cartilage. By using different colors of light to switch between…

McLaren Collaborates with Divergent Technologies on 3D Printed Suspension for the McLaren W1

British automotive manufacturer McLaren Automotive has partnered with California-based manufacturing technology firm Divergent Technologies to develop a series of 3D printed suspension components for the McLaren W1, the company’s latest high-performance hybrid supercar. This collaboration leverages additive manufacturing to produce…

New NVIDIA AI System Segments 2D Images into Editable 3D Models

GPU manufacturer NVIDIA has introduced PartPacker, an AI-based system designed to generate editable 3D models from a single 2D image. Unlike traditional methods that produce unified meshes, PartPacker creates part-based models, allowing individual components to be edited or animated separately…

3D Systems and TISSIUM Receive FDA Approval for First-of-its-Kind Peripheral Nerve Repair Device

U.S.-based 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems, in partnership with French MedTech firm TISSIUM, has secured FDA approval for a bioabsorbable, 3D printed device designed to treat peripheral nerve damage. This approval validates the polymer’s clinical effectiveness and paves the way…

Shining 3D Unveils EinScan Rigil: Tri-Mode Scanning for Real-World Precision

Shining 3D, a 3D scanning technology provider, has launched the EinScan Rigil, a Tri-Mode laser 3D Scanner designed for professional and industrial use. Combining computing, wireless connectivity, and hybrid light technology, this device is built to deliver precision and flexibility…

Dimension Ortho Partners with Rothman Orthopaedics to Advance Personalized Fracture Care

Dimension Ortho, a provider of 3D printed orthotics, has entered into a partnership with Rothman Orthopaedics, a major U.S.-based orthopedic practice recognized for its work in musculoskeletal care. This collaboration will enable Rothman to implement Dimension Ortho’s platform for customized…

Aspire Space Relocates to UAE, Collaborates with LEAP 71 on Reusable Heavy-Lift Launch Vehicle

Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space & Defense is next week, learn from industry leaders at this one day online event. Final free registration spots – secure yours now. Aspire Space, a Luxembourg-based developer of reusable space transportation systems, and LEAP 71,…