Oxford researchers create 600µm biodegradable lithium-ion hydrogel battery for cardiac arrhythmia treatment in humans.
Researchers at the University of Oxford have created a miniature biodegradable lithium-ion battery using biocompatible hydrogel droplets. Measuring just 600 micrometers, this battery can control heart rhythms and potentially treat cardiac arrhythmias in humans. It has successfully defibrillated and regulated mouse hearts. The innovation, aimed at biomedical and robotic applications, promises to enhance biocompatible electronic devices, pending further safety research.
October 25, 2024
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