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SEMICONDUCTORS

The flexible and organic semiconductor market is a rapidly growing sector within the broader semiconductor industry, driven by increasing demand for next-generation electronics, including flexible displays, wearable devices, bioelectronics, and rollable technologies.

Melanin, a naturally occurring biopolymer, presents a unique opportunity as an alternative material for organic semiconductors due to its biocompatibility, flexibility, and electrical conductivity.

Major drivers include the rise of flexible displays, foldable smartphones, wearable devices, and the increasing need for eco-friendly, biodegradable materials.

Current Materials in Use:

Organic semiconductors typically rely on materials like organic polymers (e.g., poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) or PEDOT), carbon-based molecules, and liquid crystal materials. However, challenges such as environmental toxicity, limited flexibility, and high production costs present opportunities for natural melanin as a sustainable and high-performance alternative.