“New diabetes implant uses electricity to lower blood sugar and promote weight loss”

Key points

• ETH Zurich researchers developed an electronic implant using an inorganic catalyst.
• The device converts excess glucose into gluconate eliminated via urine.
• In diabetic mice, the implant precisely controlled blood sugar and induced weight loss.
• The system uses wireless energy at 13.56 MHz and a closed-loop control.
• Human trials have not yet begun; further safety and efficacy studies are required.