Recent Advances in Wearable Bioelectronics in Healthcare/Medical Devices 2026
A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2026 | Viewed by 1676
Special Issue Editor
Interests: wearable tech; digital health; bioelectronics
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Dear Colleagues,
Recent advances in bioelectronics and wearable devices have significantly transformed healthcare, offering innovative solutions for monitoring, diagnosing, and treating various health conditions. Bioelectronic technologies, which integrate biology with electronics, enable precise interactions with biological systems at the molecular and cellular levels. One notable development is flexible, skin-like sensors that monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, glucose levels, and even biomarkers for diseases like Parkinson's or Alzheimer’s. These devices leverage advanced materials, such as stretchable polymers and conductive hydrogels, to ensure comfort and durability for long-term wear. Wearable devices, which are powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, now analyze real-time data to detect anomalies and predict health risks, enabling early intervention. The integration of wireless communication technologies, including Bluetooth and 5G, facilitates seamless data sharing between patients and healthcare providers, improving telemedicine capabilities. Implantable bioelectronic devices, such as neural interfaces, are also advancing, offering hope for restoring motor function in paralyzed individuals or managing chronic pain through electrical stimulation. Furthermore, energy-harvesting innovations, like sweat-powered or body-heat-based systems, enhance the sustainability of these devices. As bioelectronics and wearable healthcare technologies continue to evolve, they promise a future of personalized, non-invasive, and connected healthcare solutions, fundamentally reshaping patient care.
Dr. Dhruv R. Seshadri
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- wearable sensors
- bioelectronics
- digital therapeutics
- digital biomarkers
- remote monitoring
- human performance
- epidermal electronics
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