Seeing infrared: scientists create contact lenses that grant super-vision'

"Prof Tian Xue stated, "The work paved the way for a range of contact lenses, glasses, and other wearable devices that give people super-vision.""

"Dr Yuqian Ma emphasized, "Over half of the solar radiation energy, existing as infrared light, remains imperceptible to humans.""

Researchers have created innovative contact lenses that enable wearers to see infrared light, a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum invisible to the human eye. Unlike night vision goggles, these lenses are transparent and do not require a power source. The technology aims to extend human vision, which currently sees only a tiny fraction of the spectrum. The lenses could also assist individuals with color blindness. This breakthrough utilizes upconversion nanoparticles to convert infrared light into visible wavelengths, exemplifying a push towards enhancing human sensory experiences.

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