Conducting polymer scaffolds: a new frontier in bioelectronics and bioengineering

Rasha A. Nasser, Sagar S. Arya, Khulood H. Alshehhi, Jeremy C.M. Teo, Charalampos Pitsalidis

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    Abstract

    Conducting polymer (CP) scaffolds have emerged as a transformative tool in bioelectronics and bioengineering, advancing the ability to interface with biological systems. Their unique combination of electrical conductivity, tailorability, and biocompatibility surpasses the capabilities of traditional nonconducting scaffolds while granting them access to the realm of bioelectronics. This review examines recent developments in CP scaffolds, focusing on material and device advancements, as well as their interplay with biological systems. We highlight applications for monitoring, tissue stimulation, and drug delivery and discuss perspectives and challenges currently faced for their ultimate translation and clinical implementation.

    Original languageBritish English
    Pages (from-to)760-779
    Number of pages20
    JournalTrends in Biotechnology
    Volume42
    Issue number6
    DOIs
    StatePublished - Jun 2024

    Keywords

    • bioelectronics
    • conducting polymers
    • scaffolds
    • tissue regeneration
    • tissue stimulation

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