Bioelectronics
Bioelectronics is an interdisciplinary field that merges biology and electronics, focusing on creating devices that can interact with biological systems or harness biological materials to develop innovative electronic components. It involves the integration of biological components, such as cells, proteins, or tissues, with electronic elements like sensors, circuits, or actuators. One primary goal is to develop bioelectronic devices that can monitor, regulate, or interface with biological processes within the body, enabling advancements in healthcare, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions. For instance, bioelectronic implants, like pacemakers or neural stimulators, use electronic components to regulate physiological functions, providing treatments for various medical conditions.
Moreover, bioelectronics explores the potential of utilizing biological materials, such as DNA, proteins, or enzymes, in electronic applications. These bio-inspired materials can be employed in sensors, energy storage devices, or computing systems, drawing inspiration from the efficiency and complexity of biological systems to create novel electronic functionalities. The synergy between biology and electronics in bioelectronics continues to drive research and development, offering promising prospects for creating cutting-edge technologies that can revolutionize healthcare, computing, and various other fields.
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- Simultaneous measurement of contractile force and field potential of dynamically beating human iPS cell-derived cardiac cell sheet-tissue with flexible electronicsHuman-induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell-derived cardiomyocytes are widely employed in global in vitro studies for both pharmacological and… Read more: Simultaneous measurement of contractile force and field potential of dynamically beating human iPS cell-derived cardiac cell sheet-tissue with flexible electronics
- Wearable Electronics: Smart Face Mask Based on an Ultrathin Pressure Sensor for Wireless Monitoring of Breath ConditionsDeaths from sudden cardiac disease have been at a high level among causes of mortality during the past… Read more: Wearable Electronics: Smart Face Mask Based on an Ultrathin Pressure Sensor for Wireless Monitoring of Breath Conditions