3D Printing Principles and Materials in Biomedicine Volume 1: Pharmaceutical and Drug Delivery Applications comprehensively covers the design, development and application of 3D-printed drugs and delivery systems. Divided into clear and accessible sections, this book guides the reader through each developmental stage, from printing technologies and materials selection to pharmaceutical and drug delivery applications; variable optimization and regulatory aspects are discussed in detail, with a final look to future developments in this rapidly evolving field. Detailed case studies and methods are featured throughout the book, providing translational examples relevant to researchers, engineers, clinicians and R&D professionals alike. - Details a range of printing technologies and materials, including binder jet printing, selective laser sintering, stereolithography printing, polymer and ceramic composites, hydrogels and more - Reviews various pharmaceutical and drug delivery applications, accompanied by real-world case studies to aid understanding - Discusses optimization and regulatory considerations, as well as recent advances such as 4D and 5D printing in healthcare