Creating stronger 3D-printed microcapillary needles that don't clog
Official title: MECHANICALLY ROBUST 3D-PRINTED MICROCAPILLARY NEEDLES WITH ANTI-CLOGGING CAPABILITIES
Funded at Seetrue Technology, LLC · NIH-10821874 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on creating better tiny needles made with 3D printing to help deliver important substances like DNA and proteins into cells, which could lead to more successful treatments for things like in vitro fertilization and gene therapy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Seetrue Technology, LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project start | April 18, 2024 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $296,043 |
| NIH project number | 1R41GM153053-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10821874 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals undergoing in vitro fertilization or those involved in gene therapy treatments.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not undergoing procedures that require microinjection techniques may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced 3D-printed microcapillary needles designed for precise microinjection of substances like DNA and proteins into biological targets such as cells and embryos. By utilizing innovative printing techniques and post-processing methods, the project aims to enhance the mechanical strength and reliability of these needles, addressing issues of variability and clogging that currently hinder their effectiveness. Patients may benefit indirectly through improved outcomes in procedures like in vitro fertilization and gene therapy, as these needles could lead to more successful and consistent results in biomedical applications.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and reliable microinjection techniques, improving outcomes in various medical procedures.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research approaches have shown promise in enhancing microinjection techniques, suggesting potential for success in this innovative method.
Where this research is happening
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Seetrue Technology, LLC
Rockville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rand, Kinneret — Seetrue Technology, LLC
- Study coordinator: Rand, Kinneret
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.