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This study introduces a novel iontronic memristor using a biocompatible hydrogel for neuromorphic computing. Molecular dynamics simulations reveal tunable memristive behavior crucial for energy-efficient artificial intelligence.

Keywords:

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Area of Science:

Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
Materials Science
Biomaterials Engineering

Background:

Iontronic nanofluidic memristors offer energy-efficient neuromorphic computing by mimicking biological systems.
Nonlinear ion transport in aqueous environments is key to emulating neural signal transmission.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a bipolar iontronic memristor based on a poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) hydrogel.
To investigate the memristive behavior and underlying ion transport mechanisms using molecular dynamics (MD) simulations.

Main Methods:

All-atom Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations were employed to model the graphite-hydrogel-graphite device.
Systematic investigation of electrolyte type (KCl vs. NaCl), nanopore surface charge, and hydrogel porosity effects.

Main Results:

The PLGA-based device exhibited distinct memristive behavior with a hysteretic current-voltage response.
The hydrogel layer induced ion concentration polarization and cation trapping via electrostatic interactions.
KCl electrolyte showed stronger hysteresis than NaCl; excessive nanopore charge reduced hysteresis.

Conclusions:

The study provides molecular-level insights into soft-matter-based iontronic memristors.
Design strategies for optimizing iontronic memristors for neuromorphic applications were identified.
The PLGA hydrogel is a promising material for developing energy-efficient, biocompatible neuromorphic devices.