bioelectronics

American  

[bahy-oh-i-lek-tron-iks, -ee-lek-] / ˌbaɪ oʊ ɪ lɛkˈtrɒn ɪks, -ˌi lɛk- /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. Biology.  the study of electron transfer reactions as they occur in biological systems.

2. Medicine/Medical.  the application of electronic devices to living organisms for clinical testing, diagnosis, and therapy.

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Other Word Forms

• bioelectronic adjective

Etymology

Origin of bioelectronics

bio- + electronics

Example Sentences

Mushrooms are known for their toughness and unusual biological properties, qualities that make them attractive for bioelectronics.

From Science Daily

In their latest work, they have created a prototype for what they call "living bioelectronics": a combination of living cells, gel, and electronics that can integrate with living tissue.

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Typically, bioelectronics consist of the electronics themselves, plus a soft layer to make them less irritating to the body.

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These 'spider silks' also incorporate bioelectronics, so that different sensing capabilities can be added to the 'web'.

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"We also want bioelectronics that are completely imperceptible to the user, so they don't in any way interfere with how the user interacts with the world, and we want them to be sustainable and low waste."

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