3D printing of tissue-like structures with light

Researchers at EPFL have developed an innovative method for volumetric 3D printing using holograms that accurately direct laser light. This allows complex three-dimensional structures to be produced quickly and precisely. Moreover, the technique is suitable for processing living cells, which offers new opportunities for applications in the biomedical sector.

Brick Award 2026

The Wienerberger Brick Awards biennially recognize innovative and inspiring brick architecture. For the 2026 edition, 849 projects were submitted. From these, the jury selected 50 striking projects from 21 countries that demonstrate just how versatile and innovative building with brick can be today.

In search of PFAS-free functional clothing

Outdoor clothing often owes its water- and dirt-repellent properties to PFAS, but the impact of these substances on people and the environment is raising more and more questions. That is why researchers at Empa are collaborating with textile companies on sustainable alternatives, so that functional clothing can be produced without PFAS in the future.

Developments in 3D printing of glass

Although glass is suitable for 3D printing, its development proceeded slowly for a long time due to technical challenges and a limited range of applications. Interest is now increasing, and innovations are following one another at a faster pace. Ceramic Tech Today recently mapped out the key developments and breakthroughs in the field of 3D-printed glass.

Viaductbehout

Due to the growing renovation challenge of bridges and viaducts and stricter sustai nability targets, the need for alternatives to concrete and steel is increasing. Viaduct behout offers a solution for this with a modular wood-concrete girder system for heavy traffic. The concept combines sustainability with functionality and responds to the increasing role of wood in civil engineering.