[Press release] PIEZOBIO - 3D/4D printable piezoelectric biomaterials with enhanced biological properties

An innovative healthcare solution

PIEZOBIO aims to address the growing threat of bacterial infections while improving the biocompatibility and efficacy of medical devices. Activated by external ultrasound, these innovative devices enhance superior antibacterial properties and enable greater personalization of treatments for patients, particularly in the fields of dental and orthopedic surgery.

A cross-border project at the service of healthcare

Thanks to over 25 years of collaboration between CRIBC and the CERAMATHS-Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France laboratory, PIEZOBIO draws on the complementary expertise of the two partners to develop solutions to the challenges of post-operative infections. This project is part of the INTERREG program, promoting cross-border innovation between Wallonia and Hauts-de-France.

Major technological advances

PIEZOBIO is based on the use of additive manufacturing technologies (3D/4D) to produce advanced materials capable of significantly reducing the risk of infection. These biomaterials aim to replace autologous grafts, which are often required in today's surgeries, and reduce costs, delays and treatment-related complications.

A response to public health issues

According to the WHO, antibiotic resistance represents a major threat to global health. Bacterial infections, the third leading cause of death worldwide, require innovative solutions to improve care. PIEZOBIO is responding to this issue by developing antibacterial medical devices, helping to reduce post-operative infections and improve patient outcomes.

A significant impact for patients and healthcare professionals

Project outcomes include the manufacture of customized biomedical parts, a demonstration of their piezoelectric and antibacterial properties, and the dissemination of results to healthcare professionals and patients. PIEZOBIO represents a major technological breakthrough for the biomedical and healthcare sectors on both sides of the border.