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This novel technology presents opportunities for reduced scaling-up costs and transformative impacts in pharmaceutical manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>During the discussion, Zhang examined the potential for industrial adoption of 3D-printed columns, emphasizing essential factors such as scalability, method transfer, and the mechanical stability of these columns when subjected to real-world conditions. He highlighted that the economic implications could be significant, particularly as 3D printing allows for the creation of customizable and cost-effective columns.<\/p>\n<p>Looking to the future, Zhang suggested that the technology could evolve to support more complex chromatography methods, including multimodal or affinity chromatography. He provided a glimpse into the potential advancements and how they might reshape the landscape of chromatography techniques.<\/p>\n<p>For those interested in further technical specifications, readers can refer to the published study: &quot;Large Scale Printing of Robust HPLC Medium via Layer\u2011by\u2011Layer Stereolithography&quot; in <em>Analytical Chemistry<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about Bo Zhang and his work, you can view his profile on various academic platforms where he is involved in separation science.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a recent interview with Bo Zhang, an associate professor at Xiamen University in China, insights were shared on the advantages of using stereolithographically printed 3D columns for chromatography. This novel technology presents opportunities for reduced scaling-up costs and transformative impacts in pharmaceutical manufacturing. 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