We demonstrate a multipore nanofluidic memristor with conical pores showcasing a wide range of hysteresis and memristor properties that provide functionalities for brainlike computation in neuromorphic applications. Leveraging the interplay between the charged functional groups on the pore surfaces and the confined ionic solution, the memristor characteristics are modulated through the electrolyte type, ionic concentrations, and pH levels of the aqueous solution. The multipore membrane mimics the functional characteristics of biological ion channels and displays synaptical potentiation and depression. Furthermore, this property can be inverted in polarity by chemically varying the pH level. The ability to modulate memory effects by ionic conductivity holds promise for enhancing signal information processing capabilities.
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