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Bionic vision for object motion perception via direct brain stimulation

Aims:

We will use an intelligent low-power chip to process visual motion of objects and transmit this directly to visual areas of the brain. This will provide a Bionic Eye for people who lose their sight completely, as well as for those with glaucoma and diabetes who lose the optic nerve linking the retina to the brain. Our team of engineers and neuroscientists will build this device and test it in animals trained to report visual sensations, to ensure viability for human use. Our approach addresses a critical deficiency of retinal bionic implants, by providing peripheral motion vision for avoiding obstacles. This should allow a more independent life for those affected by the most common eye diseases, accidents and strokes.