Visual Neuroprostheses: Challenges and Prospects

This lecture explores the development of cortical visual neuroprostheses for the blind, discussing challenges and future prospects. It delves into the physiological foundations, microelectrode challenges, tissue reactions, and strategies to minimize them. The presentation covers the feasibility of inducing visual perceptions using intracortical microelectrodes, stability of thresholds, and the importance of training for pattern discrimination.