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- Publish Date：2024-10-21
NYCU TEMP Lab Partners with Wyeth illuma to Innovate: 3D Tech Creates Personalized the ‘Breast Bottle,’ Ushering in a New Era of Breastfeeding
The Breast Bottle is made using precision 3D printing and non-toxic silicone.
By Chance Lai
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National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU)’s Tissue Engineering and Molecular Probe (TEMP) Lab has demonstrated its cutting-edge research capabilities in advanced technology by teaming up with Wyeth illuma to unveil the world’s first “Breast Bottle.” This breakthrough reinforces NYCU’s leadership in precision technology and innovative applications and provides a novel solution to meet the practical needs of breastfeeding mothers.
3D Technology Redefines Mother's Love: The ‘Breast Bottle’ Wins 4A Creative Award
The collaboration, a joint effort between NYCU TEMP Lab and illuma, uses 3D scanning technology to precisely capture the dimensions of a mother's breast. Based on this data, a customized bottle replicates the mother's breast's shape, color, and texture. The Breast Bottle allows babies to receive the full nutritional benefits of breast milk while simulating the natural breastfeeding experience, aiding a smoother transition from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding.
3D Technology Redefines Mother's Love: The ‘Breast Bottle’ Wins 4A Creative Award
The collaboration, a joint effort between NYCU TEMP Lab and illuma, uses 3D scanning technology to precisely capture the dimensions of a mother's breast. Based on this data, a customized bottle replicates the mother's breast's shape, color, and texture. The Breast Bottle allows babies to receive the full nutritional benefits of breast milk while simulating the natural breastfeeding experience, aiding a smoother transition from breastfeeding to bottle-feeding.
The digital replica of the mother's breast.
Professor Ming-Chia Li, head of NYCU TEMP Lab, stated: “We’ve integrated the most advanced 3D scanning and printing technology with non-toxic silicone materials to create a one-of-a-kind product for each mother. This is the perfect fusion of technology and human-centered design.”
Each ‘Breast Bottle’ forms a unique connection between mother and child. (Photo credit: VERSE)
This groundbreaking innovation has already earned the prestigious Gold Award for “Best Application of Technology” at the 2024 4A Creative Awards, further affirming NYCU’s excellence in research and development. TEMP Lab’s technology is not limited to breastfeeding solutions, as they plan to continue expanding 3D technology applications into other medical and childcare fields, highlighting the potential of industry-academic collaboration to improve societal well-being.
The partnership underscores NYCU's responsiveness to societal needs and showcases academia's critical role in bringing innovation to everyday life. The Breast Bottle represents how technology and creativity can shape lives. NYCU remains committed to working with more industry partners to create more excellent social value through innovative technologies.
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