Wearable Neurotechnology, Printed Dielectrics, OTFTs, Jetting Electronics, R2R OPV for Energy Harvesting
- venessa50
- Mar 27
- 6 min read
Wearable neurotechnology, printed electronics, OTFT displays, and light energy harvesting.
Researchers at Stanford University are developing innovative neurosensing and neuromodulation technologies, including fNIRS headbands for monitoring mental states, ultrasound neuro-immunomodulation for treating Parkinson’s disease and stroke, and e-Skin EMG sensors for improved prosthetic control and gait correction.
ChemCubed is advancing inkjet printing for multilayer electronics, using ElectroJet™ nanoparticle-free silver conductive ink and high-performance dielectric materials to create advanced circuit boards for capacitors, sensors, and antennas.
SmartKem is scaling up its low-temperature OTFT technology for AMOLED and MicroLED displays, leveraging TruFlex™ organic materials that enable flexible, solution-based electronics with low-NRE processing and ULEF integration for ultra-low energy consumption.
Epishine is eliminating the need for disposable batteries in connected sensors by harnessing ambient light energy, creating self-charging battery technology that extends device lifespan and reduces environmental impact.
Essemtec is optimizing conductive adhesive dispensing for printed electronics manufacturing, improving reliability and efficiency through rheology optimization and jetting technology.
Stanford University | Looking ahead – Research topics in wearable neurotechnology innovations from Stanford University
ChemCubed | Printing Dielectric Layers in Multilayer/Multimaterial for Additive Manufacturing of Electronics
SmartKem | Organic Thin-Film Transistor Technology – from Lab to Fab
Epishine | Reimagining the Capture of Light : Innovations in Light Energy Harvesting for a Battery-Free Future
Essemtec | Challenges and solutions for jetting in printed electronics
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Stanford University | Looking ahead – Research topics in wearable neurotechnology innovations from Stanford University
Angela McIntyre
Neurotechnology research is making real the possibility of human brain and nervous system activity being measured and altered. Neurosensing can lead to better interfaces with technology, an increased understanding of the effectiveness of medication, and new insights into how the nervous system helps regulate physiology and biochemistry. Neuromodulation is enabling new approaches to therapies for rheumatoid arthritis, tinnitus, stroke, and Parkinson’s disease using wearable devices.
An overview of the variety of research at Stanford U. related to wearable eurotechnology will be presented, such as the following examples. Haptic wristbands stimulate nerves to create the perception of grasping an object in VR while leaving hands free. A functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) headband is in development for measuring blood flow changes in the brain that correspond to different mental states and may be used for biofeedback to reduce stress. Whereas electrocardiography (ECG) patches on the chest sense signals from the heart and detect arrhythmia, wearable sensors on the abdomen measure contractions of the stomach and gut to model the function of organs and help
clinicians diagnose digestive issues.
Electromyography (EMG) can be used with biofeedback to help individuals modify their walking gait to reduce long-term knee injury or improve athletic performance. EMG signals for muscles occur before the motion, which may lead to prediction of movement and increased responsiveness for exoskeletons.
Arrays of stretchable electrodes on the surface of the skin enable greater EMG precision than discrete electrodes when reading electrical signals. These e-skin arrays potentially lead to smoother control of robotics, feedback when training for delicate tasks, and more realistic interactions in VR.
Key insights from this presentation:
• fNIRS for determining mental states
• Ultrasound for neuro-immunomodulation
• EGG monitoring “gut as second brain”
• e-Skin electrodes for EMG
• EMG for improving gait
• Haptics for altering perception
• VTS therapy after stroke
• VTS therapy for Parkinson’s disease
• Plasticity of neural pathways
• Acoustic therapy for tinnitus
ChemCubed | Printing Dielectric Layers in Multilayer/Multimaterial for Additive Manufacturing of Electronics
Daniel Slep
Dielectric materials play a critical role in modern electronics as they serve as insulators that prevent electrical charges from flowing between conductive parts. In recent years, significant advances have been made in the development of dielectric materials, driven by the demand for improved performance and efficiency in electronic devices. Novel methods have been developed for processing and integrating dielectric materials into electronic devices, including inkjet printing, plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition, and self-assembly techniques. These advances have enabled the fabrication of electronic devices with improved performance, reduced size, and lower power consumption. ChemCubed has adopted inkjet printing since it’s a promising technique for the fabrication of electronic devices due to its precision, versatility, and low cost. Together with our commercialized silver ink, we are able to print circuit boards with complex structures for electronic devices such as capacitors, sensors, and antennas, which have potential applications in diverse fields such as healthcare, energy, and communication.
Highlights from the session:
Key factors to consider when selecting a deposition technology for your application.
ElectroJet™ Materials: A nanoparticle-free silver conductive ink designed for high-performance applications.
Inkjet-printed electronics powered by ElectroJet™: Multi-layer, multi-material capabilities with eight-channel precision.
Introducing our latest innovation—high-performance dielectric ink for next-generation electronic devices.
SmartKem | Organic Thin-Film Transistor Technology – from Lab to Fab
Simon Ogier
OTFT technology is finding a good fit initially in applications requiring low temperature processing and is suitable for situations where low non-recurring investment (NRE) or capital infrastructure is required. Smartkem OTFT materials are processed with a low thermal budget and produce transistors with current driving capabilities suitable for a range of emissive displays such as AMOLED and micro-LED. This presentation will highlight application demonstrators and show the partnerships that are enabling scale up of the fabrication towards commercial scale production.
Notes from the session:
Smartkem’s TruFlex materials – Fully organic materials designed for seamless tech transfer, compatible with low-cost glass and plastic.
Low-temperature OTFT process – Enabling flexible, solution-based electronics.
Process flow for OTFT displays and circuits – A streamlined approach to next-gen device fabrication.
Key advantages – Low-temperature TFT processing and OTFT ULEF monolithic integration for enhanced performance.
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Epishine | Reimagining the Capture of Light : Innovations in Light Energy Harvesting for a Battery-Free Future
Thomas Osterberg
The pursuit of a more resource-efficient society is driving digitalization, leading to a rapidly growing need for connected sensors. These sensors typically rely on batteries, necessitating costly maintenance to replace them every few years and contributing to a significant negative environmental impact. By harnessing ambient light, the lifespan of batteries can be extended, and in many cases, make them obsolete. While this concept is straightforward in principle, this new technology comes with integration challenges. With this in mind, a vertically integrated light energy harvesting platform based on state-of-the-art hybrid electronics circumvents many challenges associated with integration complexity and creates a plug & play solution, dubbed the self-charging battery.
Essemtec | Challenges and solutions for jetting in printed electronics
Irving Rodriguez
With the increasing demand for wearable sensors and smart devices, printed electronics has gained momentum in the recent years. Printed electronics offers more flexible, thinner and lighter products compared with traditional technologies. Choosing the right transfer technology for conductive and nonconductive adhesives is a challenge. Attributes like particle size, form, metal load, density, etc., have an enormous influence on rheology and, consequently, on the dispensability of the adhesives. The parametrization and transfer technology shall be chosen and adjusted accordingly. In this talk, we will discuss how Essemtec can help you choose the right dispensing–jetting technology to address your challenges. Test cases will be presented, along with a glimpse of our solutions and know-how.
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#AdditiveElectronics #3DElectronics #PrintedElectronics #WearableElectronics #FlexibleHybridElectronics #WearableElectronics #SustainableElectronics #ElectronicTextiles
🗓️ 11 & 12 June 2025
📍 Boston, USA
🔗 Agenda & Registration: https://www.techblick.com/electronicsreshapedusa
🎤 70+ World-Class Speakers
🏢 75+ Global Exhibitors
👥 550+ Participants from Around the World
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