Researchers at the University of Strathclyde have created the world’s first fully 3D-printed microscope in under three hours at a cost of less than £50.
The microscope's design is based on an open-source blueprint from OpenFlexure, allowing for affordability and accessibility.
The 3D-printed microscope achieved sub-cellular resolution and successfully imaged red blood cells and kidney structures.
This breakthrough could democratize access to microscopes, making them more widely available and affordable for scientists, medics, and students.