Silicate-Based Electro-Conductive Inks for Printing Soft Electronics and Tissue Engineering.

ABSTRACT: Hydrogel-based bio-inks have been extensively used for developing three-dimensional (3D) printed biomaterials for biomedical applications. However, poor mechanical performance and the inability to conduct electricity limit their application as wearable sensors. In this work, we formulate a novel, 3D printable electro-conductive hydrogel consisting of silicate nanosheets (Laponite), graphene oxide, and alginate. The result generated a stretchable, soft, but durable electro-conductive material suitable for utilization as a novel electro-conductive bio-ink for the extrusion printing of different biomedical platforms, including flexible electronics, tissue engineering, and drug delivery. A series of tensile tests were performed on the material, indicating excellent stability under significant

SUBMITTER: Samimi Gharaie S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8702023 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature