Zielona Góra is committed to implementing fully functional 3D bioprinted tissues and organs in medical practice. On Wednesday, May 28 of this year, a letter of intent was signed to this effect. The signatories of the agreement are the company POLBIONICA S.A., the Lubuskie Voivodeship, the University of Zielona Góra, and the City of Zielona Góra. The goal is clear: to support modern life-saving technology.
The flagship "product" of POLBIONICA S.A. is a bionic pancreas intended for transplantation in patients with type 1 diabetes. "Medicine cannot currently meet the demand for transplant organs, which is why the development of organ bioprinting technology is so crucial. Several years ago, the concept of bioprinting organs emerged — creating them using living cells and special biomaterials. The organ is formed along with its entire vascular system, which is then transplanted. We plan to be ready for the first human transplantation around the turn of 2026/2027," explains Prof. Michał Wszoła, President of POLBIONICA S.A.
One of the partners in the agreement is the University of Zielona Góra. "Our university has excellent potential for such activities. Several institutes have shown interest in bioprinting technology. Among others, scientists from biomedical engineering have declared their willingness to participate in this innovative endeavor. Our academic staff is at the disposal of the entire POLBIONICA S.A. team. These actions also align perfectly with the development strategy of the University of Zielona Góra, which prioritizes research aimed primarily at improving the quality of life for residents of the city and the region," says Prof. Wojciech Strzyżewski, Rector of the University of Zielona Góra.
The partners in the agreement emphasize that the launch of POLBIONICA S.A.’s operations in Zielona Góra is not only an opportunity for the company's development but also a shared investment in the region's future. The initiative will create new jobs, advance modern technologies, and strengthen the scientific potential of the city and the entire region — helping make Zielona Góra one of the key centers of biotechnology and innovative medicine in Poland.
