The integration of nanomaterials as a bridge between the biological and electronic worlds has revolutionised understanding of how to generate functional bioelectronic devices and has opened up new horizons for the future of bioelectronics. The use of nanomaterials as a versatile interface in the area of bioelectronics offers many practical solutions and has recently emerged as a highly promisin...

In his famous Neuromancer trilogy1–3, science-fiction author William Gibson equips his main characters with biochip implants that allow them to connect their brains to computer networks and ‘upload’ new knowledge or capabilities as needed. For instance, a hero of the story instantly becomes a jet pilot by simply loading the corresponding software into his brain. An interface between biological ...

Many drugs provide their therapeutic action only at specific sites in the body, but are administered in ways that cause the drug's spread throughout the organism. This can lead to serious side effects. Local delivery from an implanted device may avoid these issues, especially if the delivery rate can be tuned according to the need of the patient. We turned to electronically and ionically conduc...

The emergence of organic electronics – a technology that relies on carbon-based semiconductors to deliver devices with unique properties – represents one of the most dramatic developments of the past two decades. A rapidly emerging new direction in the field involves the interface with biology. The " soft " nature of organics offers better mechanical compatibility with tissue than traditional e...