Biomaterials, electroactive

The data shown in figure 10.3(C) indicate that the observed signal time course can be altered by varying the RC characteristics of inert support materials. Thus, it appears that the electrical behavior of thin-film devices constructed with electroactive biomaterials may be fundamentally similar to that of conventional microelectronic devices made of inorganic materials. In particular, equivalent-circuit analysis is useful as a design tool in biomolecular electronics. 

This chapter presents the outcome of the research done for over a decade pertaining to the study of biomaterials, namely, the investigation and understanding of various physical mechanisms, their potential application, and future direction. The research addressed the basic problems to be resolved regarding the electroactivity in natural gums whose chemical characterization/composition was known. The author along with his student also identified their scope of application. Biomaterials are more compelling than conventional materials due to their non-toxicity, eco-friendly nature, and superior cost-effectiveness. 

Conducting polymers are an exciting alternative to conventional metal biomaterials for use in a range of implant applications with a requirement for electroactivity. The development... 

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Modification of Electroactive Biomaterials for Neural Engineering Applications... 

Zhang F, Kang ET, Neoh KG, Wang P, Tan KL. Reactive coupling of poly(ethylene glycol) on electroactive polyanUine films for reduction in protein adsorption and platelet adhesion. Biomaterials 2002 23 787-95. 

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