Organic Electronics in Biosensing: A Promising Frontier for Medical and Environmental Applications

Biosensors (Basel). 2023 Nov 7;13(11):976. doi: 10.3390/bios13110976.

Abstract

The promising field of organic electronics has ushered in a new era of biosensing technology, thus offering a promising frontier for applications in both medical diagnostics and environmental monitoring. This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of organic electronics' remarkable progress and potential in biosensing applications. It explores the multifaceted aspects of organic materials and devices, thereby highlighting their unique advantages, such as flexibility, biocompatibility, and low-cost fabrication. The paper delves into the diverse range of biosensors enabled by organic electronics, including electrochemical, optical, piezoelectric, and thermal sensors, thus showcasing their versatility in detecting biomolecules, pathogens, and environmental pollutants. Furthermore, integrating organic biosensors into wearable devices and the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem is discussed, wherein they offer real-time, remote, and personalized monitoring solutions. The review also addresses the current challenges and future prospects of organic biosensing, thus emphasizing the potential for breakthroughs in personalized medicine, environmental sustainability, and the advancement of human health and well-being.

Keywords: OECT; OFET; OPD; biosensors; implants; organic electronics.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Biosensing Techniques*
  • Electronics
  • Humans
  • Technology
  • Wearable Electronic Devices*

Grants and funding

This research received no external funding.