Imagine trying to pick a new pair of glasses without knowing how they'll actually look. This device lets people with cataracts 'test drive' different artificial lens options before surgery. It uses special light beams to mimic how a patient will see after the operation, removing the guesswork from the process.
Surgeons currently cannot predict exactly how a patient will see after receiving a specific intraocular lens, leading to patient anxiety and potential dissatisfaction with the surgical outcome.
A holographic vision simulator using computer-generated holography (CGH) to mimic post-operative vision. Prototype 1 was completed and tested in March 2023.
If you are a clinic owner dealing with patient anxiety and lens mismatch — this project developed a holographic simulator that allows patients to experience post-surgery performance of different IOLs. This can lead to 100% patient satisfaction.
If you are a lens manufacturer dealing with high return rates or patient dissatisfaction — this project developed a diagnostic device that matches the right patient to the right IOL. This ensures the specific lens performance is validated in-vivo before implantation.
If you are a software provider dealing with static pre-op diagnostics — this project developed a computer-generated holographic display that creates true 3D images with depth and focus cues. This integrates a visual simulation step into the surgical workflow.
Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost details are not provided.
Yes, the exploitation plan specifically includes establishing partnerships with European medical device companies to manufacture and distribute the device.
Based on available project data, the project is led by Koc University with an exploitation plan to partner with manufacturers, though specific licensing terms are not listed.
The device is used before cataract surgeries to help match patients to lenses, potentially reducing doctor visit times by 30%.
The project period runs from 2022-04-01 to 2025-06-30, with Prototype 1 already completed and tested in March 2023.
The consortium consists of 5 partners across 3 countries (DE, IT, TR), showing a balanced mix of 3 universities and 2 industry partners. With a 40% industry ratio and the inclusion of one SME, the project is well-positioned to bridge the gap between academic research in holography and commercial medical device manufacturing.
Contact Koc University (TR) regarding the exploitation plan for medical device partnerships.
Contact us to connect with the KATSIM consortium for licensing holographic display technology.
