An Artificial Retina Engineered From Ancient Protein Heads to Space
An Artificial Retina Engineered From Ancient Protein Heads to Space NIH supported early testing of the artificial retina. Now, scientists are testing whether manufacturing it on the International Space Station results in a viable treatment for people with blinding eye diseases. National Eye Institute, NIH Watch this video to learn more about how an artificial retina may help restore vision in patients who have lost their sight. SpaceTango Payloads to the ISS are packed into containers roughly the size of a boot box. CubeLabs contain automated hardware, optics and imaging required for resear...
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