Brain zaps could restore sight in blind volunteers
NCT ID NCT02747589
First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tests whether stimulating the visual part of the brain can create artificial vision in blind volunteers. Five blind adults will have a device implanted in their skull to stimulate the visual cortex. The goal is to find the right spot and energy level to produce visual sensations, which could help design a future visual prosthesis.
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UCLA Department of Neurosurgery
Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States
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