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Uniform dispersion of Mg within the Ti matrix was achieved, confirming the efficacy of ethanol-assisted ball milling for consistent mixing. The Young\u2019s modulus of the composite materials exhibited a linear decrease with increasing Mg content, with Ti-30vol%Mg and Ti-50vol%Mg demonstrating reduced modulus values compared to pure Ti. Based on density measurements, compression tests, and Young\u2019s modulus results, it was determined that the sinterability of Ti-30vol%Mg saturates at a sintering pressure of approximately 50 MPa. Moreover, our immersion tests in physiological saline underscore the profound significance of our findings. Ti-30vol%Mg maintained compressive strength above that of cortical bone for 6-to-10 days, with mechanical integrity improving under higher sintering pressures. 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