Stanford researchers synthesize printable, electrically
conductive gel
(June 28, 2012) The Jell-O-like material, from the labs of Stanford
professors Yi Cui and Zhenan Bao, may have applications in areas as widespread
as energy storage, medical sensors and biofuel cells.
Stanford researchers have invented an electrically
conductive gel that is quick and easy to make, can be patterned onto surfaces with
an inkjet printer and demonstrates unprecedented electrical performance.
The material, created by Stanford chemical engineering
Associate Professor Zhenan Bao, materials science and engineering Associate
Professor Yi Cui and members of their labs, is a kind of conducting hydrogel –
a jelly that feels and behaves like biological tissues, but conducts
electricity like a metal or semiconductor.