Selective Activation Of Retinal Networks In Response To High Frequency Electrical Stimulation: A Computational Modelling, In Vitro And In Vivo Study
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$955,197.00
Summary
Arguably the greatest challenge facing designing a more effective bionic eye occurs at the interface between the electrodes and the retina. We will investigate new ways of steering electricity that will allow stimulation to specifically target pre-determined areas and cells in the retina. While contributing directly to our knowledge of how the retina functions, the work will also be a critical enabler of improved vision processing and stimulation strategies in future generations of a bionic eye.
What Is The Effect Of Alzheimer’s Disease On Eye And Can Ocular Changes Be Used As Biomarker For Alzheimer’s Disease?
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$718,002.00
Summary
Visual symptoms are frequent early complaints in Alzheimer’s (AD) patients. Examining eyes can be a simple, specific and inexpensive way to assess and diagnose AD and fill in an urgent need for a viable biomarker. Retina is unique part of central nervous system that can be imaged non-invasively and thus serves as a ‘window to the brain”. Monitoring the eyes will also help prevent negative effects of AD on vision by way of timely intervention, in addition to providing mechanistic insights in AD.