About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Biological Materials Science
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| Presentation Title |
3D printable biomaterials and bioelectronics for neural interface |
| Author(s) |
Tao Zhou |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Tao Zhou |
| Abstract Scope |
Establishing effective and long-lasting communication with delicate neural tissues requires neural interfaces to achieve an intimate and prolonged functional interaction. This necessitates exceptional biocompatibility and minimal foreign body responses. Traditional neural interfaces, often made from rigid materials like silicon, are mechanically mismatched with soft neural tissue, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. In recent years, the field has made significant advances in both design and material innovation, with an emphasis on developing interfaces that closely match the mechanical properties of neural tissue to reduce adverse responses while maintaining essential functions such as neural recording and stimulation. In this work, we present our efforts to develop novel biomaterials with tissue-matching softness and demonstrate their application in bioelectronic devices for neural interfaces. These developed materials enable three-dimensional printing, providing a simple and versatile additive manufacturing approach to fabricate a variety of neural interfaces in customizable configurations. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |
| Keywords |
Biomaterials, Electronic Materials, Additive Manufacturing |