Developing a self-sustainable power source for heart pacemakers
Nanogenerator-Driven Self-Sustainable Power Source for Intracardiac Pacemakers
This study is testing a new way to power heart pacemakers using energy from your heartbeats, which could make them smaller and more comfortable for people who need them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10841412 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a new type of power source for intracardiac pacemakers that can harvest energy from heartbeats. By using a stretchable nanogenerator combined with a miniaturized supercapacitor, the goal is to eliminate the need for bulky batteries, allowing for a more flexible and less invasive pacemaker design. The research will be conducted using swine models to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this innovative technology. If successful, this approach could lead to pacemakers that better conform to heart tissue without causing adverse effects.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients requiring pacemaker implantation, particularly those who may benefit from a less invasive and more adaptable device.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require a pacemaker or have contraindications for device implantation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more efficient and less invasive pacemakers, improving the quality of life for patients with heart rhythm disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results with similar energy-harvesting technologies in cardiac applications, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Xudong — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Wang, Xudong
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.