We are on the cusp of a revolution in the way we produce products, goods and even human organs and it’s all wrapped up around the notion of 3D printers.

Radio Australia’s Clement and I in our regular segment took a look at where this brave new world is headed and what it may mean for industries and professions of tomorrow.

How about printing yourself a dinner with prototype food printer Cornucopia

How about printing your home?

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and something even nearer and dearer to our hearts, the printing of human bones and organs:

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This is a technology that will be a game changer, within the next 5 years will become increasingly normal and within the decade will be as common as the office printer.

Listen in to our segment now: