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Bacterial Printing Press

Posted by samzenpus on from the don't-read-this-paper dept.

juushin writes "New Scientist has reported that scientists at Harvard University have created a bacterial printing press that can be reconfigured to print complex patterns of bacteria. The technology is reported to have applications in studying biofilms, communication between bacteria (and colonies of bacteria), and the interaction of bacteria and surfaces. Of medical interest, these applications may lead to a better understanding of how to prevent bacterial infections."

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  1. stamping rather than ink-jet based... by blackcoot · · Score: 3, Funny

    it's a neat process. before i read the article i'd pictured an inkjet-esque approach. probably a good thing they didn't go that way --- can you imagine how much consumables would cost? to say nothing of issues related to poor quality drivers...

  2. Sounds familar... by __aaclcg7560 · · Score: 3, Funny

    Just remember not to use anti-bacterial soap on your bacterial printer. Otherwise, you will void the warrantry.