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European Project CUSTOM IMD meeting
Aachen (Germany), 2nd March, 2010
01-03-2010
This and other developments achieved by the consortium are being discussed this Tuesday, the 2nd of March, and tomorrow, during the Custom IMD 3rd annual review meeting, which is taking place at the facilities of the Institute for Laser Technology (ILT) in Aachen (Germany).
ABOUT CUSTOM IMD
Custom IMD is an European research consortium which aims at providing industry with a breakthrough concept in high customised implants. Medical devices will be designed, manufactured, sterilized and delivered in a 48-hour time frame, fitting the specific needs and physical characteristics of each patient.
The core project activities include the development of biomaterials as well as the use of Rapid Manufacturing technologies applied to the project needs. The first investigation lines are focusing their studies on cranial, spinal implants and dental restorations.
Coordinated by Ascamm Foundation (Barcelona, Spain), the consortium is formed by 23 partners from seven European countries. Starting its activities in 2007, the project has a four years duration with an estimated budget of 9.8 million Euros. About 50% of this amount is funded by the European Commission within the Sixth Framework Programme for R&D.
