Australian researchers have developed and implanted a new eye implant that allowed a blind woman to see flashes of light, according to a news release.
The early prototype of the "bionic eye" consists of a retinal implant with 24 electrodes. A small lead wire extends from the back of the eye to a connector behind the ear.
An external system is connected to the unit, which allows researchers to stimulate the implant in a controlled manner in order to study the light flashes. Cochlear technology supports aspects of the implant's development.
With the first implantation complete and a success, the researchers from Bionic Vision Australia will work on developing a vision processor so images can be built using flashes of light.
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