Two professors in the agricultural and biological engineering department of the University of Florida have been researching the potential of 3D printers to print food.
Adam Watson and Ziynet Boz have used the 3D printers in their lab to make edible designs made from a viscous food substance like mashed potatoes.
Although the process would not be a solution to world hunger, the scientists have pointed out how it could make a significant impact on different communities. For example, 3D-printing food could help people suffering from dysphagia or difficulty swallowing, as it can change the textures of different meals.
Researchers 3D-print food/ University of Florida
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In addition, 3D food printers could also be used for humanitarian purposes...