Biomimetic Microelectronics for Regenerative Neuronal Cuff Implants

Adv Mater. 2015 Nov 18;27(43):6797-805. doi: 10.1002/adma.201503696. Epub 2015 Sep 23.

Abstract

Smart biomimetics, a unique class of devices combining the mechanical adaptivity of soft actuators with the imperceptibility of microelectronics, is introduced. Due to their inherent ability to self-assemble, biomimetic microelectronics can firmly yet gently attach to an inorganic or biological tissue enabling enclosure of, for example, nervous fibers, or guide the growth of neuronal cells during regeneration.

Keywords: biomimetic electronics; cuff implants; flexible electronics; microelectronics; regenerative neuronal implants.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Biomimetics / instrumentation*
  • Humans
  • Mechanical Phenomena
  • Microtechnology / instrumentation*
  • Neurons*
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Regenerative Medicine / instrumentation*
  • Transistors, Electronic*
  • Zinc Oxide

Substances

  • Zinc Oxide