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  • 1Departments of Physics and Astronomy, ‡Electrical and Computer Engineering, ∇Mechanical Engineering, §Chemical Engineering, ∥Biomedical and Translational Sciences, and ⊥Biomedical Engineering, Rowan University, 201 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, New Jersey 08028, United States.

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Naturally derived proteins offer sustainable and biocompatible materials for advanced flexible bioelectronics. These protein-based materials show promise for next-generation biomedical devices, enhancing health monitoring and internal procedures.

Keywords:
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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Materials Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering

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  • The demand for flexible electronics, particularly in bioelectronics for healthcare, is rapidly increasing.
  • Current fabrication methods often compromise biocompatibility or mechanical strength.
  • There is a need for advanced materials that optimize both properties for biomedical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review flexible electronic technologies, fabrication methods, and protein-based materials for biomedical uses.
  • To highlight naturally derived proteins as superior alternatives to synthetic materials.
  • To explore the potential of proteins in advancing flexible bioelectronic devices.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of flexible electronic technologies and fabrication techniques.
  • Analysis of protein materials (e.g., silk, collagen, keratin) for electronic applications.
  • Exploration of protein forms like fibers, films, and scaffolds for device fabrication.

Main Results:

  • Naturally derived proteins exhibit excellent biocompatibility and sustainability.
  • Proteins can be processed into various forms suitable for electronic components.
  • Successful fabrication of electronic devices (resistors, solar cells, optoelectronics) using silk, collagen, and keratin has been demonstrated.

Conclusions:

  • Flexible, biocompatible protein-based materials are ideal for next-generation biomedical devices.
  • Protein materials offer a sustainable and high-performance alternative to synthetic materials in bioelectronics.
  • Further development of protein-based flexible electronics will drive innovation in healthcare technology.