Bionic eye returns sight to blinded woman

Posted by Paul Raven @ 06-04-2006 in Technology

Fifteen years ago, Cheri Robertson lost both of her eyes in a car accident. Now, thanks to a revolutionary operation to implant electrodes into her brain, she can see again, using an electronic device to feed optical signals to her mind.

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Bionic humans: not just science fiction

Posted by Paul Raven @ 03-04-2006 in Technology

…at least, not any more. Over in San Francisco this week, the Experimental Biology symposium is getting into swing; among the many topics being discussed are the many ways that science can be used to augment, repair and replace elements of the human body. Continue reading “Bionic humans: not just science fiction”

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