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ArticleScience advances2026

Implantable bioelectronic outlet.

Hyung Joon Shim, Liang Ma, Jose Ferrero Lopez, Duncan J Wisniewski, Kimberly Gokoffski, Jennifer N Gelinas, Dion Khodagholy

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7 authors.

Hyung Joon ShimDepartment of Electrical Engineering, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-9094-4133
Liang MaDepartment of Anatomy and Neurobiology, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.
Jose Ferrero LopezDepartment of Anatomy and Neurobiology, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.
Duncan J WisniewskiDepartment of Electrical Engineering, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-5405-1258
Kimberly GokoffskiGavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-3589-0296
Jennifer N GelinasDepartment of Anatomy and Neurobiology, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.ORCID 0000-0002-1164-638X
Dion KhodagholyDepartment of Electrical Engineering, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.ORCID 0000-0003-0805-4612

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Developing a reliable, long-term electrical interface for implanted bioelectronics is essential for chronic diagnostics, therapeutics, and device maintenance. Here, we introduce the implantable bioelectronic outlet (IBO), a soft, tissue-like electronic interface that enables on-demand, direct ohmic connection between implanted electronics and external devices. IBO is composed of a conducting polymer-coated low-density polymer matrix that is jacketed with a hydrophobic elastomer, allowing repetitive insertion of external electrical contacts without crack propagation. IBO was functional after 1 year of implantation with minimal tissue effects. We demonstrate that IBO enables high-fidelity, bidirectional transmission of signals and power, including low-voltage neurophysiological signals, high-speed digital signals, neurostimulation protocols, and efficient high-current power delivery, validated in small and large animal model studies. The IBO provides a robust and scalable platform for safe, direct, and durable electrical interfacing with implantable bioelectronics.

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Prostheses and ImplantsAnimalsElectrodes, ImplantedEquipment DesignPolymersPolymers

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PMCPMC13344290

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