The Pioneering Years

1950s-1970s: Early Experiments and Breakthroughs

The journey began with visionary researchers who dared to challenge the boundaries of medicine and technology.

• 1957: André Djourno and Charles Eyriès perform first cochlear stimulation in Paris

• 1961: William House begins systematic research in Los Angeles

• 1972: First commercial single-channel device by 3M

• Mid-1970s: Graeme Clark develops multi-channel system in Australia