Hyderabad, April 1 -- A Bio-ink developed from natural materials promises to help improve bone grafting and implants in people suffering from injury or disease of bones.

A research team from the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, focused on improving existing bone repair techniques in coming up with the natural bioink that is biocompatible, easy to use, and supports bone regeneration.

The bio-ink helps in 3D bio-printing of bone tissue. It can be printed directly onto injuries, offering a simpler alternative to bone grafts and implants too.

Made from biocompatible materials, it supports bone regeneration and can be particularly useful in reconstructive surgeries for the skull and face, where precise bone repair is necess...