Researchers at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus have ambitious plans to cure blindness through full eye transplantation using federal funds of $46 million over five years. Dr. Kia Washington is leading the University of Colorado team in pursuit of this groundbreaking goal, necessitating novel stem cell and bioelectronic technologies. Collaboration with other institutions is key, with researchers exploring optic nerve regenerative strategies and eye removal procedures in hopes of eventually advancing to human trials. While controversial, this moonshot project could potentially pave the way for advancements in treating brain and spinal cord injuries. This initiative represents a monumental task in modern medicine, comparable to a biblical miracle or moon landing.
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