Electrical stimulation of the brain for restoring vision [ 2016 - 2019 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jeffrey Rosenfeld (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Lauren Ayton ,  Dr Matthew Petoe ,  Prof Marcello Rosa ,  Prof Peter Blamey

Brief description This project is focused on the clinical demonstration of the Monash Vision Group’s ‘Gennaris’ cortical prosthesis or bionic eye. The clinical work will demonstrate the use of the Gennaris as a viable medical device that provides useful vision to people with adult-onset profound vision loss in their everyday living environments. This will place MVG in a position to attract funding from investors or commercial partners to perform multi-site clinical trials and obtain regulatory approval.

Funding Amount $AUD 1,555,864.64

Funding Scheme Development Grants

Notes Development Grant