Dr Mark S. Humayun" Argus II Retinal Prosthesis System Artificial Retina (Bionic Eye) The Argus II, also known as the "bionic eye," received approval from the FDA in the U.S. in 2013 and since then the USC Eye Institute has been one of the centers of excellence for patients receiving this implant. Dr. Humayun has trained ophthalmologic surgeons worldwide in implanting the Argus device that has been in use in Europe since 2011 and was also recently approved for implantation in Australia. A true m

Australian researchers have created the world’s first bionic eye capable of restoring functional vision to blind individuals. By sending visual signals directly to the brain, the system allows patients to perceive shapes, movement, and full-field images—marking a major breakthrough in neuro-visual engineering. • A camera on special glasses captures images and transmits them to electrodes implanted in the brain’s visual cortex. • Early trials show patients regaining navigation ability and object