Imagine your world without sight. What would it be like if you could not see?

The artificial cochlea is a renowned Australian invention bringing some hearing to those who would be deaf as well as growing into a successful industry. The challenge is now to repeat this for the eye, but it is hugely complicated.

Dr Chris McCarthy from NICTA and Dr Brendan O'Brien ANU are collaborating on the bionic eye. You may have seen this project on the ABC Catalyst program recently.

Interview by Rod with special guests Erin, Luke, Simon and Alison along for the ride.