SMRTR Science & EngineeringJan 15, 2025Interesting Engineering

Soft biosensor that adapts as your brain grows tested on butterfly wings

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Researchers have developed a flexible, biocompatible sensor implant that can monitor neurological functions as patients grow. The soft transistors use a single organic polymer material that interacts with ions, making them more compatible with living tissues than traditional rigid, silicon-based implants, especially for pediatric applications.

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