Researchers develop an entirely edible rechargeable battery

Researchers have developed an entirely edible rechargeable battery. — AFP Relaxnews

Edible electronics are the focus of scientists seeking to improve the performance of certain health diagnostics, and the deployment of easily – and safely – ingestible medical equipment. A new step in this field has now been taken with the creation of a fully edible rechargeable battery that can safely dissolve in the human body.

A team of researchers from the Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), with the support of the European Research Council, has succeeded in developing a rechargeable battery made from ingredients and other substances that are entirely edible, some of which can even be found in our kitchens.