The present invention relates to biocompatible composites, in particular
biocompatible nanotube composites in the form of a fiber mat and/or film
structure, comprising nanotubes and at least one biomolecule. The
invention also relates to a process for preparing a biocompatible
composite involving (i) forming a dispersing media comprising nanotubes
and at least one biomolecule; and either (ii) introducing the dispersing
media of step (i) into a coagulating media optionally comprising at least
one biomolecule so as to form a continuous fiber; or (iii) filtering the
dispersing media of step (i). Alternatively, the process involves (i)
forming a dispersing media comprising nanotubes; and (ii) introducing the
dispersing media of step (i) into a coagulating media comprising at least
one biomolecule so as to form a continuous fiber. The biocompatible
composite is useful as a medical device, preferably in a bio-electrode,
bio-fuel cell or substrates for electronically stimulated bio-growth.