Associated Labs/Orgs
CNRS (French National Center for Scientific Research); SPINE, Lille University
Description
Creating an artificial retina using patented electronic neuron for patients with damaged photoreceptors; later plans to expand use of neuron to address other conditions in other areas of the body.
Funding
$1.3M
Invasive / Non-invasive / Semi-invasive
Invasive
New/Existing Tech
New
Tech used (specifics)
Implanted, analog electronic CMOS circuit that detects and produces biomimetic spikes
Techs Used
CMOS
Year Founded
2019