Consortium

The LUMINATE project brings together a multidisciplinary consortium of 15 leading organisations from across Europe, including universities, research centres, hospitals, and industry leaders. This strategic partnership combines complementary expertise in regenerative medicine, biomaterials, 3D bioprinting, artificial intelligence, and clinical research.

By working collaboratively, the LUMINATE consortium is driving forward innovation in osteochondral regeneration—from foundational research to clinical application—ensuring a strong impact both scientifically and societally.

Research Center “E. Piaggio”, University of Pisa
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The University of Pisa is one of the biggest and most well-established universities in Italy. The Research Center “E. Piaggio” is located in the School of Engineering and is one of the oldest interdisciplinary research and technology transfer centres in Europe, devoted to the training of personnel for careers in Research and Development. Its main focus is Robotics and Bioengineering, with 4 pivotal themes– MIND, MATTER, MOTION and MANIPULATION all dedicated to improving the quality of life and the performance of machines using biological systems for inspiration.

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University Hospital Würzburg
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UKW is one of Germany’s leading medical centres. With its extensive range of specialized departments, UKW operates as a supramaximal care hospital, focusing on innovative treatments, cutting-edge technologies and patient-centered care. As the leading academic hospital in Würzburg, it plays a pivotal role in patient care, research and education.

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University of Zagreb Faculty of Science
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The Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb is one of Croatia’s leading institutions for higher education and research in the natural sciences and mathematics. It comprises seven departments – Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Geophysics, Geology, and Geography and combines strong disciplinary foundations with a modern interdisciplinary approach. The mission of Faculty of Science is to promote excellence in science and education through cutting-edge research, high-quality teaching, and engagement with society.

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BIO INX®
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BIO INX® is a spin-off company of Ghent University and Vrije Universiteit Brussel focusing on the commercialisation of materials and bio-inks for 3D bioprinting or biofabrication by utilizing decades of academic experience in the field of polymers and biomaterials.

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Universitat de Barcelona
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Creatio is the academic Center for the Production and Validation of Advanced Therapies at the University of Barcelona that provides end-to-end support in the development of ATMPs, aiming to bridge the gap between research and clinical application. The University of Barcelona participates in the LUMINATE project through Creatio, contributing its expertise in GMP translation, quality control setup, GxP shipment validation, develop GMP compliant protocols and regulatory consultancy for the EndoFLight technology.

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Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam
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Erasmus MC is one of seven university hospitals in the Netherlands. We are committed to achieving a healthy population and pursuing excellence in healthcare through research and teaching. The Connective Tissue Repair lab is involved in this project to provide biological expertise of osteochondral defect repair.

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Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research
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The Fraunhofer Translational Center Regenerative Therapies TLC-RT develops tissue models as an alternative to animal testing. This involves establishing scalable manufacture processes and engineering technical prototypes and developing biological implants. Therefore, besides accelerating cost efficient drug development, TLC-RT promotes the 3R principles. The main goal is the fast application and implementation of current material research and tissue engineering for pre-clinical and clinical usage.

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University of Zagreb School of Medicine
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University of Zagreb School of Medicine (UZSM) is the oldest educational institution for medical training and research in the South-East Europe. It has a long tradition in education of medical doctors, as well as in research and clinical practice. UZSM is not only locally known, but it is recognized internationally as an excellent training and research institution. The School encourages its faculty to participate in international research, particularly in the following research areas: basic and clinical neuroscience.

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Optical Business & Services Fiber
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OBS FIBER was founded in 2018 in France. Driving OBS FIBER in the market of innovating optical fibers, special fiber components and fiber equipment, the company is in the phase of becoming one of the major players for special optical fibers in Europe. We provide a wide selection of single fiber components to complete cable assemblies. Strong of our experience and partners’ in-house manufacturing capacities and expertise, OBS Fiber’s mission is to achieve uncompromising excellence in fiber optic equipment, paying attention to the highest level of detail in both development and design.

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European Fund Management Consulting
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EFMC was originally focused to support beneficiaries in the submission of their cost declaration and financial statements according to the requirements of the grant agreement. In 2015, EFMC started to deliver trainings, 2019 to enter the market of the proposal writing support and in 2023 to propose impact section support.

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University Medical Center Utrecht
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UMCU is one of the leading academic hospitals in Europe, dedicated to high-quality patient care, innovative research and advanced education. The Department of Orthopaedics at UMCU is at the forefront of research in osteoarthritis and (osteo)chondral defects. An innovative single-stage cell therapy for cartilage defects (IMPACT) was invented at the UMCU and is currently in phase III clinical trials. Furthermore, the UMCU has a strong track record modelling the transport of neutral and charged solutes across articular cartilage using experimental and finite element models (FEM).

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KU Leuven
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KU Leuven (KUL) is a comprehensive, research-driven university with a strong inter-and multidisciplinary focus that strives for international excellence. It is considered the most innovative university in Europe and a strong leader in innovation worldwide. Within LUMINATE, KU Leuven will be coordinating the screening of newly developed bioinks with respect to their material characteristics, processability, and cytotoxicity.

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University of Zagreb Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
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Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Zagreb was founded in 1919. On December 7th, 1924 the school was renamed into the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and it became a part of the University of Zagreb. Well-equipped infrastructure provides conditions for scientific research and teaching as well as cooperation with the economic sector. Striving to achieve international high teaching standards the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine has been successfully evaluated and approved by EAEVE (The European Association of Establishments for Veterinary Education) since 2002.

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InsideAI
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InsideAI offers strategic and regulatory consultancy for AI-based healthcare products, supporting organizations in developing compliant, safe and scalable solutions. The company helps clients navigate complex frameworks such as the AI Act, GDPR and MDR, aligning innovation with regulatory and clinical requirements.

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ETH Zürich
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ETH Zürich (ETHZ) is a global leader in science and technology, driving innovation through research and interdisciplinary collaboration. In the LUMINATE project, ETHZ co-develops the EndoFLight System for intraoperative cartilage repair, focusing on software and hardware integration for precise light-based bioprinting.

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