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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🧬3D bioprinting is opening new possibilities for personalised regenerative medicine, but it also creates new regulatory challenges. Check the latest STRONG-UR report, which explores these challenges 👉 www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/...

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STRONG-UR is navigating the regulatory challenges of 3D bioprinting - STRONG-UR

What happens when a medical treatment is no longer a standardised product, but is created for an individual patient — using living cells, biomaterials and a 3D printer, directly in the operating room?...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

What a busy week at ESB 2026 in Antwerp! STRONG-UR showcased advances in urethral tissue engineering, from biomaterials and organoids to 3D bioprinting, while connecting with partners across the EU Bioprinting Cluster. Discover more 👇 www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/...

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From biomaterials to bioprinting: STRONG-UR at ESB 2026 - STRONG-UR

The STRONG-UR team came together at the 35th Annual Conference of the European Society for Biomaterials (ESB 2026) in Antwerp to share the latest advances in urethral tissue engineering. The conferenc...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Living with rare urethral conditions can mean repeated surgeries and uncertainty. One patient’s story highlights the limits of current reconstruction techniques. STRONG-UR is exploring regenerative bioprinting for less invasive, patient-specific solutions. Discover 🔽 www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

STRONG-UR reflected on 6 months of progress, results & challenges, and aligned on next steps. Now our team will share STRONG-UR research with the ESB community. 📍 Find AdBioInk and Brinter at stand #31! ⤵️ esb2026.org/exhibition-a...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🔎 Urethral strictures can be discovered in many ways. For Lucas, 26, from Denmark, it followed a urinary infection. Diagnosis can come with mixed emotions - surprise, confusion, even relief. Listen to Lucas’ audiogram to hear his story in his own words 🔽

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

📢 Our partner from Ghent University delivered a presentation at BiPoCo 2026. She presented her research on tunable gelatin-based biomaterials and their application in developing advanced hydrogel bioinks for tissue regeneration within 𝙎𝙏𝙍𝙊𝙉𝙂-𝙐𝙍. Learn more here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

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📢 Earlier this week, Nele Pien from Ghent University delivered a keynote lecture at the 6th International Conference on Bio-based Polymers & Composites (BiPoCo) in Budapest, Hungary. 🎤 Nele… | ST...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

🎉 Progress update! The successful validation of our hydrogel materials marks an important project milestone and paves the way for the next stages of bioink and bioprinting development. 🧪🚀💙 Learn more! www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/... #Bioprinting #HealthcareInnovation

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STRONG-UR hydrogels meet ISO biocompatibility standards - STRONG-UR

We are pleased to announce that we have successfully reached a new milestone by having validated our synthesised hydrogel candidates for future bioprinting applications according to ISO standards. Dev...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

📢 As personalised 3D bioprinting moves closer to the clinic, how do we ensure it is safe, effective and properly regulated? 🔬 Our latest deliverable explores the regulatory challenges and opportunities shaping the future of regenerative medicine. 🚀💙 Read more: www.strong-ur.eu/resources/#d...

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Resources - STRONG-UR

Reportage Bioprinting and regenerative medicine: A new approach for reconstructive urology October 2025 Explore Bioprinting and regenerative medicine: A new approach for reconstructive urology October...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🔬 Meet the STRONG-UR partners: 4Tissue! 🧬 A leader in regenerative medicine, 4Tissue develops advanced bio-interactive hydrogels for tissue engineering and reconstruction. In STRONG-UR, they contribute expertise in regulatory and exploitation activities. Learn more: www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

📢Meet our partner Wellspect Healthcare!A global MedTech leader in continence care with 40+ years of experience improving well-being. At STRONG-UR, they support the development of in vitro models for safer regenerative solutions🤝 Learn more! www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/ #MedTech #RegenerativeMedicine

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

On 7 July, we held the first review meeting, presenting progress from the first reporting period and receiving valuable feedback for the next project phases. 🚀 Learn more! ➡️ www.strong-ur.eu #Bioprinting #RegenerativeMedicine #TissueEngineering #Urology

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🤝 Another great European Bioprinting Cluster meeting with our sister projects! Together, we're strengthening collaboration, building synergies, and advancing bioprinting innovation across Europe. 🌍🧬 #HorizonEurope #Bioprinting

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

We joined the 2026 Summer School Light 3D Printing in Switzerland to present STRONG-UR! 🧬 It was a great opportunity to connect with young researchers, industry, and the European Bioprinting Cluster. 🤝 #Bioprinting #3DPrinting #RegenerativeMedicine

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

📩 Our latest newsletter is out! Catch up on the latest STRONG-UR news, upcoming events, and recent activities in regenerative medicine and 3D bioprinting. 👀 Discover: ➡️ Project updates ➡️ Upcoming events ➡️ And more! 🔗 www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We are advancing regenerative medicine by moving 3D bioprinting for urethral strictures from lab to clinic—studying tissue biology, validating biogels/bioprinting, and addressing regulatory requirements. 🩺💡 #RegenerativeMedicine #Bioprinting

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🚀 STRONG-UR is part of the European Bioprinting Cluster, joining Horizon Europe projects working to advance bioprinting and regenerative medicine through collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing. 🔗 Read more: www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/... #Bioprinting #RegenerativeMedicine

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

💥 Great visit by the Aalborg University team to Wellspect in Mölndal, Sweden. Insightful tour of clean rooms and automated production lines, plus valuable discussions on future product development and STRONG-UR's role with advanced in vitro models. 🤝 #Collaboration #Innovation #Research

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🍻🔬 STRONG-UR at #PintOfScience2026! From tissue engineering to bioprinting, our partners shared regenerative medicine research with curious science (and beer!) enthusiasts across the Netherlands & Denmark 🌍✨ #RegenerativeMedicine #Bioprinting

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

📢 Meet the STRONG-UR Advisory Board: experts in reconstructive urology helping bridge research and real clinical needs. 🔹 Prof. Dr. Laetitia M.O. de Kort (UMC Utrecht) 🔹 Prof. Dr. Nicolaas Lumen (UZ Gent) 🔹 Prof. Dr. Med. Margit Fisch (UKE Hamburg) Learn more! www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/adv...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🌍🔬 STRONG-UR at ScSB 2026! Our partner, Aalborg University, joined inspiring discussions on biomaterials & regenerative medicine. Collaboration drives innovation 🚀 #ScSB2026

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Understanding urethral conditions starts with understanding the tissue. At STRONG-UR, we’re developing advanced in vitro models to better study disease, test treatments, and support improved patient outcomes.🏥

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

STRONG-UR at the TERMIS-EU 2026 Congress 🚀 Great exchanges on biofabrication & translating research into clinical impact. Thanks for an inspiring event! Lear more about it! ➡️ www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/... #TERMIS #TissueEngineering

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

If we already understand the challenges, what comes next? At STRONG-UR we explore regenerative, patient-specific approaches to urethral reconstruction. Towards less invasive treatment pathways. 🚀 #MedTech #Urology

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Raising awareness around urethral conditions is key, but current treatments also matter. They can involve invasive procedures or repeated interventions over time, with real impact on daily life. 🏥 #Urology

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Urethral strictures are more common than many think, but stigma keeps people from talking about them. Research and awareness help break the silence and improve future treatments. 🔬 👥 #Urology #PatientAwareness

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🔔Last week we had our STRONG-UR consortium meeting & general assembly. Great to reconnect, review 6-month progress 📊, and align on next steps 🚀. What drives us: collaboration, commitment & a shared vision 💪 #Teamwork #Consortium #Innovation

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

📣We’re pleased to introduce our partner @uroweb.org, the European Association of Urology. Representing 20,000+ members worldwide, it supports urologists through research, education & clinical guidelines, and contributes to STRONG-UR via dissemination & networking. Read more➡️ uroweb.org #Urology

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

🚨 We will join the Light 3D Summer School 2026 (21–26 June) in Ascona, Switzerland. STRONG'UR's coordinator, Pablo Pennisi (@aau.dk), will present our work on innovative bioprinting strategies advancing biofabrication and regenerative medicine. More👉 www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/... #3DPrinting

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

🔬Ethics matter in biomedical research. At STRONG-UR, our in vivo studies follow a strong ethical framework guided by the 3Rs: Replacement, Reduction & Refinement, balancing scientific progress with the highest standards of animal welfare. Learn 👉 www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/an-... #ResearchEthics

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

🧬A recent @uroweb.org article highlights how we are using 3D bioprinting and patient-specific biomaterials to create living urethral tissue, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional graft-based surgery. uroweb.org/news/the-cli... #3DBioprinting #RegenerativeMedicine

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Our latest newsletter is out 🙌 📽️Interview with Dr Marco Bandini on urethral strictures 👂Oliver’s story 💿Our project video on bioprinting for tissue reconstruction ➡️Events & reading recommendations Read it here⤵️ www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

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STRONG-UR technology: personalised approach to urethra reconstruction | STRONG-UR

👀 Check out our most recent newsletter, where you can discover: 📽️ An interview with Dr Marco Bandini, an urologist at IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital in Italy, explaining all about strictures, key diagn...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

🤝 Good conversations at the NEOLIVER workshop, organised by AMIRES, bringing together several EU projects active un bioprinting and regenerative medicine. Great exchanges with @keratoprinter.bsky.social, #micro2macro, and @horizonluminate.bsky.social in clinical and translational processes.

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🤔 Did you know that STRONG-UR goes beyond simple urethral replacement? Our partners study the urethra’s three-layer structure to advance regenerative solutions. Learn more about STRONG-UR’s approach here⤵️ www.strong-ur.eu/bioprinting-...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Great to see STRONG-UR represented at the #TiedonValoa event at Tampere University! 💡 Our team showcased work on urethral strictures and organ bioprinting, and engaged with the public through live demonstrations and discussions on regenerative medicine

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

🔬 Meet the partner! Ghent University, one of Belgium’s leading research institutions with 200+ years of excellence, advances our bioprinting work through biofabrication for urethral reconstruction and non-invasive tissue monitoring. Learn more about our team ➡️ www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

📢 On 03.02, our coordinator will join a workshop on synergies and key challenges in accelerating bioprinting innovations from the lab to clinical trials, alongside other EU-funded projects @keratoprinter.bsky.social, #NEOLIVER, and @horizonluminate.bsky.social Learn more here ⤵️ tinyurl.com/3b5j42f4

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Although urethral stricture mainly affects men, our impact goes further. The project advances male urethral reconstruction while enabling future female and tubular organ applications, aligned with Horizon Europe’s gender equality and inclusive research goals. 🔗 www.strong-ur.eu/about-us/the...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

🎤 Difficulty urinating can signal serious issues. Oliver, 21, from Denmark, underwent surgery that transformed his life. Early treatment can make all the difference. Discover his story here 🔽 youtu.be/x6R6folhiFg #Bioprinting #RegenerativeMedicine #ScienceCommunication #patienttestimonial #3D

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"I decided to go to the doctor when I saw blood in my urine, my story" | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

📹 Watch the interview of Dr Bandini (IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital) explaining why urethral strictures occur, how they are diagnosed, and the treatment options available, emphasising the importance of early and effective management to prevent further complications ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzZC...

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Different cases of male urethral strictures | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

🩺Have you heard of urethral strictures? Our expert from Aalborg University explains what they are, who they affect, and how modern surgical techniques are improving patient outcomes. 🎥 Watch the interview here ⤵️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch4i...

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Understanding urethral strictures and their treatment with Dr. Tuckus | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

🎧 Listen to the testimonial of Lucas, a 23-year-old patient from Denmark, who was told about his urethral stricture. His story highlights a critical issue many men face: silently accepting urinary symptoms as normal. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZth...

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"I was born with urethral stricture without knowing it, here is my story" | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

💡 Discover our reportage on our technology, which describes our innovative solution to create a dedicated bioink combining living urethral tissue from a patient’s own cells and a special hydrogel to treat urethral strictures. 👁️ Learn more in our interactive article ⤵️ www.strong-ur.eu/bioprinting-...

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Bioprinting and regenerative medicine - STRONG-UR

Bioprinting and regenerative medicine A new approach for reconstructive urology Extrusion-based printing (Brinter), and VAM and DLP printing (University of Ghent). https://www.strong-ur.eu/wp-content/...

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

📹 The official STRONG-UR project video is now available on our website. It showcases how we apply 3D bioprinting and regenerative medicine to develop living urethral tissue using a patient’s own cells and a specially formulated bioink. Watch the video ⬇️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Afem...

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Revolutionising tissue reconstruction with bioprinting | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

🤝 Partners reunited in Utrecht, on 27–28 October for the Consortium Meeting. 🔎 They shared 6-month progress updates across all Work Packages and joined interactive workshops featuring poster pitches and engaging panel discussions. Learn more about the project here ⤵️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=Afem...

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Revolutionising tissue reconstruction with bioprinting | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

📢 Call for papers on urethral tissue engineering! There’s still time to contribute to the special Research Topic in Bioengineering and Biotechnology (Biofabrication section). 📝 Got relevant work? 👉 www.strong-ur.eu/news-events/... #TissueEngineering #Biofabrication #UrethralReconstruction

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Contribute to a special research topic on urethral tissue engineering

New special Research Topic in Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, under the journal’s Biofabrication subsection.

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

For many men, a urethral stricture isn't obvious. They often suffer in silence, dismissing symptoms like a weak stream, straining, urine retention as normal. Listen at Luca's testimonials 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZth... @uroweb.org #urology #regenerativemedicine #patientstory #healthcareinnovation

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"I was born with urethral stricture without knowing it, here is my story" | STRONG-UR

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Join us in October! 👉ESGURS-ESAU25 Scientific Meeting 🔗 esgurs.uroweb.org 👉Annual Conference of the German Society for Biomaterials (DGBM)🔗 www.dgbm-kongress.de 👉Workshop on 3D bioprinting: towards standards in biomedicine 🔗 joint-research-centre.ec.europa.eu/events/3d-bi... #DGBM2025 #ESGURS2025

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STRONG-UR @strong-ur.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Did you know that a urethral stricture can provoke a urinary tract infection? If you want to know more, have a look at the #UrologyWeek event programme organised by @uroweb.org this week: conferences, webinars, open days, opportunities for patients, and much more! ℹ️https://urologyweek.org/events/

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