Bihar Lab
Soft Bioelectronics & Hydrogel-Based Sensors
We are an interdisciplinary research group in the Department of Materials Design and Innovation at the University at Buffalo. We design soft hydrogel-based bioelectronic devices for sensing, stimulation, and communication with living systems.
Research Areas & Directions
We study soft materials, hydrogel electronics, and biointerfaces that communicate with biology using ions, electrons, and light.
Hydrogel-Based Biosensing
Soft hydrogels engineered for detecting metabolites, pH, infection markers, and environmental signals.
Organic Electrochemical Transistors (OECTs)
Printed ionic-electronic devices enabling multiplexed sensing and rich time-dependent signals.
Ion Transport & Hydrogel Electrolytes
Hydration-controlled ion mobility and self-healing polymer networks for next-generation devices.
Bioactive & Therapeutic Soft Materials
Materials that modulate tissues through light, electrical stimulation, and chemical cues.
Opportunities
We are building a diverse, collaborative team with interests in:
- Polymer & soft materials
- Electrochemistry / bioelectronics
- Microfabrication & printing
- Modeling, simulation & data science
Prospective group members are encouraged to email a CV and a short statement of research interests.
Contact
For positions, collaborations, or questions.
Dr. Eloise Bihar
Department of Materials Design and Innovation (MDI)
University at Buffalo
Email: eloisebi(at)buffalo.edu
Campus: Bell Hall, North Campus, Buffalo, NY, USA
Other links: Google Scholar