LEITAT – Acondicionamiento Tarrasense Associación
LEITAT is a private technical institute with more than 110 years of experience in industrial innovation processes. We transform technological and scientific results into economic and competitive value for our clients and collaborating entities. Over 1500 customers benefit from our talent, creativity and strong commitment. We bring knowledge and innovation to our customers through applied research and technical testing in the fields of chemistry, energy, environment, materials, engineering and life sciences. We rely upon our 330 highly skilled team members who deliver flexible solutions to face any industrial challenge.
Role within SBR
LEITAT will contribute to SBR with their expertise in Bioink formulation as well as polymer dispersions developed and adapted for a 3D dispenser and printing. They will also contribute in surface activation by plasma and characterisation of conductive printed inks. The LEITAT team is also participating in the development of sensor-active components of the implants, such as the antenna design, printed sensors and the systems integration. In addition, the Regenerative Medicine Unit at LEITAT will participate in validating the efficacy studies of the implant in large animal in vivo models.