3D food being printed. (UWE via SWNS)
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By Filipa Gaspar via SWNS
Scientists at a British university have become the first make to 3D printed food - for people with swallowing difficulties.
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Dr. Alexandros Stratakos (left) with PhD student Oluwatobi Fatola. (UWE via SWNS)
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The 3D food printer and 3D printed meal in a science lab. (UWE via SWNS)
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