Media Center Ukraine Producer Department

A robotic bioprinter has become operational at V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University’s laboratory. Experienced researchers and students can use this device to create tissue-equivalent implants, such as skin, corneas, bone, and cartilage, for use in transplantation, reconstructive surgery, regenerative medicine, traumatology, orthopedics, cardiac surgery, and dentistry. It can also be used to test new pharmaceutical drugs. Based on its configuration, this bioprinter is the first of its kind in Eastern Europe.

State-of-the-art bioprinting technology allows for the creation of ultra-thin coatings and three-dimensional structures from natural or synthetic polymers, biocompatible metals, ceramics, and living human cells.

Scientists and students can now produce experimental constructs and conduct preclinical research. Plans are underway to obtain a license from the Ukrainian Ministry of Health.

The university has signed an agreement with the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) to develop experimental projects.

Journalists can arrange to witness the bioprinter in operation and speak with university specialists in Kharkiv. Online interviews are also possible.

• Kharkiv

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A meeting and discussion on intimacy, sexuality, and relationships after military experience will take place on January 17 at the veterans hub. The event will include a lecture by sexologist Olena Lysenko, followed by an open dialogue where veterans can share personal stories and ask questions in a supportive environment. 

The discussion will cover the impact of combat experience on intimacy and sexual health, rebuilding emotional openness with partners, and post-traumatic adaptation. 

Journalists are required to register in advance to attend.

• military
• LGBT

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Before the full-scale invasion, Ruslan Ivanov worked as a production designer in the film industry. On the first day of the full-scale war, he joined the Ukrainian military. Initially, he fought near Kyiv, later defending eastern Ukraine alongside his brothers-in-arms. In the fall of 2023, Ruslan was severely injured and lost his arm.

During evacuation, Ruslan lost a critical amount of blood. Medics could not find a pulse and presumed he had died. Ruslan was about to be taken to the morgue when he groaned. This is what saved him.

After receiving treatment and undergoing rehabilitation, the veteran was fitted with a prosthesis and adaptive training straps. He later returned to his work in film. Ruslan is currently employed and training for a new record: performing a one-armed push-up with 100 kilograms. He has already set another record: he and seven other amputees pulled two buses full of passengers.

You can contact Ruslan Ivanov online or in person in Kyiv by prior arrangement.

• casualties
• military
• Kyiv

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