Building a Bionic Eye: Engineering an Artificial Retina to Restore Vision

Learn about groundbreaking research in artificial vision technology through this 18-minute talk by Stanford professor EJ Chichilnisky, who leads the Stanford Artificial Retina Project. Explore how the human eye processes visual information, with new scientific insights revealing the retina's sophisticated role in image processing previously attributed to the brain. Discover the engineering challenges and promising developments in creating electronic implants to restore vision for people affected by incurable retinal diseases. Gain insights into the intricate workings of the human visual system, from light processing to electrical signal transformation, and understand how this knowledge is being applied to develop revolutionary bionic eye technology. Follow the fascinating journey of researchers working to replicate the complexity of natural vision through artificial means, potentially offering hope to millions suffering from vision loss and blindness.