Recent Developments and Emerging Trends of Bioinspired Electronics
A special issue of Electronics (ISSN 2079-9292). This special issue belongs to the section "Bioelectronics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 154
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Interests: biomimetics; nanotechnology
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Dear Colleagues,
Bio-inspired electronics are an exciting and rapidly evolving field that draws inspiration from nature’s sophisticated and efficient designs. This Special Issue on “Recent Developments and Emerging Trends of Bioinspired Electronics” aims to explore the latest advancements and innovative applications that mimic biological systems to enhance cutting-edge electronic technologies. By understanding and emulating the remarkable capabilities of living organisms, we can develop electronics that are more sensitive, efficient, and adaptable.
Biological systems exhibit a plethora of electronic functionalities that are both fascinating and highly efficient. Electric fish, for example, possess an extraordinary sensitivity to electric fields, enabling them to navigate and hunt in murky waters. Sharks have evolved the ability to detect minute quantities of blood and accurately determine the direction of their prey through electroreception, showcasing the potential for bio-inspired sensory systems. Similarly, the human sensory organs, which convert stimuli into electronic signals for the brain, provide inspiration for advanced sensor technologies.
Moreover, many organisms possess unique abilities to detect and react to electromagnetic fields. Migratory birds, for instance, use the Earth’s magnetic field for navigation over vast distances, demonstrating potential applications in orientation and navigation systems. Understanding these biological principles can lead to the development of new electronic devices that are highly sensitive, energy-efficient, and capable of complex functions.
This Special Issue calls for contributions from researchers and innovators across various disciplines, including electronics, biology, materials science, physics, and engineering. We welcome theoretical, experimental, and review papers that delve into the principles, mechanisms, and applications of bio-inspired electronics. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Bio-inspired sensors and actuators.
- Electronics mimicking sensory organs.
- Electromagnetic field detection and applications.
- Energy-efficient electronic devices inspired by biological systems.
- Advanced materials and structures for bio-inspired electronics.
- Integration of bio-inspired electronics in medical and environmental applications.
We are particularly interested in contributions that address the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic field, highlighting safe and sustainable approaches. Given the rapid advancements and interdisciplinary nature of bio-inspired electronics, this Special Issue aims to bring together a diverse range of insights and foster collaboration among experts.
Prof. Dr. Ille C. Gebeshuber
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bio-inspired electronics
- sensory systems
- electromagnetic field detection
- bio-inspired sensors
- energy-efficient electronic devices
- biomimetic materials
- electroreception
- navigation systems
- sustainable electronics
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