Smart 3D Microtechnologies for Biology and Human Health

In this talk, recent research advances in next-generation 3D microdevices for interfacing cells, organoids, and humans will be described. These devices feature three dimensionality, shape-change, appropriate mechanical compliance, and integrated sensing and actuation of widespread relevance to biomedical engineering and human health. They leverage ultrathin and biocompatible materials, heterogenous and hybrid materials integration, transfer patterning and self-folding paradigms. Applications include shape change theragrippers, shell microelectrode arrays, bio interfacing tattoos, bioprogrammable robots and single cell manipulation tools.