NDSU Research Foundation

SOY PROTEIN DERIVED HYDROGEL FOR SENSING APPLICATIONS (RFT-677)

Invention Summary

This technology introduces the first soy protein-based double network (DN) ionic conductive hydrogel, engineered for enhanced mechanical and conductive properties. The hydrogel consists of a methacrylated soy protein isolate (MSPI) and poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) double network, combined with tannic acid-coated cellulose nanocrystals (TCNC) and sodium chloride (NaCl) in a glycerol-water binary solvent system

Benefits

• Enhanced durability: Robust against mechanical stress, freezing, and drying, ensuring longevity in various environments.
• High Performance: Exceptional strain sensitivity and response time (~300 ms), capable of detecting diverse human movements with high accuracy
• Biocompatibility: Made from soy protein, a natural and abundant material, making it environmentally friendly and suitable for biomedical application

Applications

• Wearable Electronics: Ideal for flexible sensors in health monitoring devices and human-machine interfaces
• Medical Devices: Applicable in implantable devices and drug delivery systems due to its biocompatibility
• Soft Robotics: Suitable for constructing flexible and durable components in soft robotic systems
• Personal Hygiene Products: Can be used in advanced personal care items requiring high flexibility and durability

Patent

This technology has a U.S. Patent Pending and is available for licensing/partnering opportunities.

Contact

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