Transient electronics: new opportunities for implantable neurotechnology

Adele Fanelli; Diego Ghezzi

doi:10.1016/j.copbio.2021.08.011

Transient electronics: new opportunities for implantable neurotechnology

Curr Opin Biotechnol. 2021 Dec:72:22-28. doi: 10.1016/j.copbio.2021.08.011. Epub 2021 Aug 28.

Authors

Adele Fanelli¹, Diego Ghezzi²

Affiliations

¹ Medtronic Chair in Neuroengineering, Center for Neuroprosthetics and Institute of Bioengineering, School of Engineering, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Chemin des Mines 9, 1202 Geneva, Switzerland.
² Medtronic Chair in Neuroengineering, Center for Neuroprosthetics and Institute of Bioengineering, School of Engineering, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Chemin des Mines 9, 1202 Geneva, Switzerland. Electronic address: diego.ghezzi@epfl.ch.

PMID: 34464936
DOI: 10.1016/j.copbio.2021.08.011

Abstract

Neurotechnology includes artificial devices integrated with the neural tissue to mitigate the burden of neurological and mental disorders. This field has significantly expanded its range of applications thanks to the development of flexible, stretchable and injectable electronics. Now, the emergence of green electronics adds a new asset to the neurotechnology toolbox. Transient neurotechnology reduces the side effects of chronic implants and transforms inert devices into bio-active and bio-responsive structures. Ultimately, it holds the potential of bridging together technological devices with modern approaches in regenerative medicine. This review focuses on the rising potential of transient neurotechnology for human benefit, comprehensively summarises recent achievements and highlights feature needs and challenges.

Publication types

Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
Review

MeSH terms

Electronics*
Humans
Prostheses and Implants*
Regenerative Medicine