Professor Francesca Cordeiro
Chair of Ophthalmology at Imperial College London and ophthalmologist, invited to discuss the Prima retinal implant and advances in 'bionic eye' technology.
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Nov 4, 2025 • 28min
Have scientists created a bionic eye?
In this discussion, Professor Francesca Cordeiro reveals how a bionic eye implant helps blind patients regain their ability to read. Brenna Hassett shares groundbreaking techniques for extracting hormones from ancient remains, shedding light on early human reproduction. Stephen Burt highlights the vital role of manual rainfall observations in climate science, emphasizing the human touch in data collection. Science broadcaster Caroline Steele introduces intriguing stories, including Martian ice formation and induced menstruation in mice, captivatingly bridging the past and future of scientific discovery.
