Yukiko Tomooka

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Dr. Yukiko Tomooka is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of regenerative medicine and advanced manufacturing, with a primary focus on in situ bioprinting for orthopaedic applications. Her work uniquely integrates 3D printing, miniaturized robotics, and minimally invasive surgical techniques to directly deposit living tissues at defect sites. Dr. Tomooka’s major contribution is her comprehensive scoping review on in situ minimally invasive 3D printing for bone and cartilage regeneration, which has already garnered 3 citations shortly after its 2024 publication. This seminal work synthesizes the state of the art in robot-assisted, personalized tissue engineering, establishing a critical roadmap for translating lab-based bioprinting into clinical reality. By addressing the challenges of delivering cell-laden biomaterials directly into the body, her research promises to revolutionize the treatment of complex skeletal defects, reducing the need for invasive surgeries and lengthy recoveries. Dr. Tomooka’s innovative approach positions her as a leading voice in the next generation of regenerative therapies, bridging the gap between engineering and surgery to create functional, patient-specific implants on demand.