Organic bionics

Bionic technology involves the efficient integration of biology and electronics and is providing the basis for significant improvements in a number of medical treatments. The use of organic conducting polymers to provide a compatible multifunctional platform to interface the world of biology and electronics has attracted an increasing amount of attention over the past 15 years. This paper will discuss advances being made in the development of organic bionics and their application to improved health strategies.

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