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New insights and perspectives into biological materials for flexible electronics
Lili Wang1, Di Chen, Kai Jiang
1State Key Laboratory on Integrated Optoelectronics, College of Electronic Science and Engineering, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, P. R. China.
Chemical Society Reviews
|September 7, 2017
Summary
Biological materials offer unique structures and functions for advanced flexible electronics. Their inherent properties enhance performance, overcoming limitations of traditional materials in various applications.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Biotechnology
- Electronics Engineering
Background:
- Biological materials possess hierarchical structures and inherent biological activity, refined through evolution.
- These natural materials exhibit superior transport and mechanical properties, making them suitable for flexible electronics.
- Traditional flexible electronic materials face limitations in bioavailability and morphology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of biological materials for flexible electronic devices.
- To discuss the unique structures, functions, and biological activity of various biological materials.
- To explore design, functionalization, and applications of these materials in diverse fields.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of biological materials for flexible electronics.
- Analysis of structural and functional properties of natural materials.
- Discussion of material design, functionalization strategies, and application domains.
Main Results:
- Biological materials offer enhanced properties due to their inherent biological activity, overcoming traditional material limitations.
- Various classes of biological materials demonstrate unique structures and functions suitable for flexible electronics.
- Applications span biomedical, energy, environmental, and optical fields.
Conclusions:
- Biological materials are promising candidates for next-generation flexible electronic devices.
- Their design and functionalization are key to unlocking their full potential.
- Future trends indicate their critical role as building blocks in advanced electronics.
