PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATION

2023

Isotropic conductive paste for bioresorbable electronics

Kim KS, Maeng W, et al.

Materials Today Bio

Korea University, Northwestern University, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Seoul National University, Korea University of Science and Technology (UST)

RESEARCH SUMMARY
This study presents a highly conductive, mechanically robust, and fully bioresorbable tungsten-based conductive paste designed for transient implantable electronics. By combining tungsten microparticles with a beeswax–glycofurol matrix, the authors achieved isotropic electrical conductivity exceeding 7 kS/m while maintaining softness, flexibility, and controlled degradation in physiological environments. Comprehensive electrical, mechanical, and biocompatibility testing demonstrates that the paste can function as an interconnect material in bioresorbable sensors, wireless stimulators, and implantable electronic systems without inducing cytotoxic or inflammatory responses.

CELLSCALE INSTRUMENT USED

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Mechanical characterization of the bioresorbable conductive paste was performed using a CellScale universal testing system. Compression testing quantified the compressive strength and strain behavior of the paste under uniaxial loading following ASTM D695. Flexural and bending properties were evaluated using three-point bending tests in accordance with ASTM D790 to assess flexibility and resistance to fracture. Peel testing was conducted to measure adhesion performance of the paste on polymeric and metallic substrates relevant to implantable electronic assemblies.
AUTHORS

Kyung Su Kim, Woo-Youl Maeng, Seongchan Kim, Gyubok Lee, Minki Hong, Ga-been Kim, Jaewon Kim, Sungeun Kim, Seunghun Han, Jaeyoung Yoo, Hyojin Lee, Kangwon Lee, Jahyun Koo.

PUBLICATION DETAILS
JOURNAL

Materials Today Bio

YEAR

2023

INSTITUTIONS

Korea University, Northwestern University, Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), Seoul National University, Korea University of Science and Technology (UST)

COUNTRIES

South Korea, United States

INSTRUMENT USED

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TESTING METHODS

Compression TestingFlexural and Bending TestingPeel Testing

RESEARCH APPLICATIONS

Drug Screening & Drug Delivery MechanicsElectroactive and Photothermal PolymersInjectable & Regenerative BiomaterialsPolymers and Elastomers TestingWearable Bioelectronics

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