The procedure has been hailed as the first step in humans of efforts to be able to restore sight in blind people.

BBC: Doctors fight blindness with eye implant

In most cases the simple procedures restore sight to long-blind persons.

FORBES: Clarity Of Vision

For example, if robotic devices can restore sight or mobility, it may be necessary to redefine what disability is which might, in turn, conflict with the assumptions on which existing disability-rights legislation is based.

ECONOMIST: Monitor

Robert W. Massof is being recognized as a Champion of Change for his work with Lions to restore and enhance the sight of people with low vision.

WHITEHOUSE: Employing Technology to Restore Vision