Biomedical electronics powered by solar cells

Abstract Biomedical electronic devices play a key role in medical services. Various types have been developed to perform different functions. Powering these devices has remained a challenge. Biomedical electronic devices that can self-harvest, store and power are highly demanded. Recent advancement in solar cell technology that has given rise to hybrid and organic solar cells with key features, such as light weight, flexibility, biocompatibility and size reduction, among others, has made them attractive in biomedical electronic device application. In this review, we try to highlight some of recent research undertaken to use solar cells in powering various types of biomedical devices. The areas covered include implants, electronic skin, radio-integrated monitoring, dental brush and diagnostic equipment.