Reaching across the divide: materials scientists interfacing with biologists

Abstract

Scientific research is becoming increasingly interdisciplinary and poses new challenges, undertakings, and prospects. In this article, we discuss the various aspects of interdisciplinarity in the developing field of organic bioelectronics. The authors represent two different fields, namely, biochemistry and materials science, and discuss their perspectives on working together in a scientifically diverse research environment. We outline today's challenges based on personal experiences and present possible solutions and hopeful opportunities for the future.