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Pacemaker powered by light eliminates need for batteries and allows the heart to function more naturally − new research

Pengju Li, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, The Conversation
Posted 3/15/24

By harnessing light, my colleagues and I designed a wireless, ultrathin pacemaker that operates like a solar panel. This design not only eliminates the need for batteries but also minimizes disruptions to the heart’s natural function by molding to its contours. …

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