Dissolving magnesium battery powers ingestible medical devices in pig trials
Researchers have developed a bioresorbable magnesium-molybdenum trioxide battery that powers ingestible medical devices for up to three days before safely dissolving in the gastrointestinal tract. Tested in swine, the battery enabled wireless medication tracking and gastric electrical stimulation, offering a non-invasive alternative to surgical implants. The technology aims to eliminate electronic waste and toxic leakage risks associated with conventional batteries, with human clinical trials expected to begin within two years.
