Design of biomimetic circuits

Neuromorphic computing is a type of computing that is inspired by the way the brain works. We are using hydrophobic gating to generate memristive behavior in nanofluidic systems. Memristors are devices that can store information in their resistance, similar to biological synapses. Our recent work has resulted in the development of a bioinspired hydrophobically gated memristive nanopore, that is voltage responsive without any moving part. This device is inspired by the structure of biological nanopores, and it can replicate the characteristic hysteresis cycles of a memristor. We believe that our work is a promising step towards the development of nanoscale, cost- and energy-effective, and adaptable bioinspired memristors for neuromorphic computing.

Advisor: Alberto Giacomello

Researchers: Giovanni di Muccio, Gonçalo Paulo