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Bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) can be functionalized for advanced bioelectronics. This review explores methods to enhance BNC properties for smart biosensors, neural interfaces, and tissue engineering applications.

Keywords:

bacterial nanocellulose biomaterials biomedical biosensors drug delivery systems nanocomposites neural interfaces smart bioelectronics tissue engineering

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Area of Science:

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Nanotechnology
Bioelectronics

Background:

Bacterial nanocellulose (BNC) is a pure, biocompatible biopolymer with excellent mechanical properties.
Its nanofibrillar structure offers potential for advanced applications.

Purpose of the Study:

To review strategies for functionalizing BNC to enhance its electrical, optical, biological, and mechanical properties.
To explore BNC's potential in next-generation biomedical and wearable devices.

Main Methods:

In situ nanoparticle synthesis
Electrostatic assembly
Cross-linking
Doping with ionic liquids

Main Results:

Functionalization enhances BNC conductivity, stimuli-responsiveness, and cellular interactions.
BNC-based nanocomposites show promise for biosensing, wound healing, and implantable systems.

Conclusions:

BNC functionalization is key for developing advanced bioelectronic devices.
Challenges remain in scalability, integration, stability, and regulatory approval for clinical translation.