Batteries that safely break down in the GI tract could improve ingestible devices
Researchers at MIT developed biodegradable batteries that can safely break down in the digestive system. These batteries could power ingestible medical devices like drug delivery capsules and sensors. They tested the batteries in devices that send signals and stimulate hormone production in the stomach.
MIT scientists created batteries made from materials that dissolve safely in the digestive tract. These batteries can power small medical devices inside the body and then break down naturally.
This technology could make ingestible medical devices safer and more practical, reducing risks from battery ingestion and environmental harm from discarded batteries.
The development shows a practical way to use technology in medicine without harming the body or the environment, offering a hopeful step toward safer healthcare solutions.
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