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Infrared contact lenses allow people to see in the dark, even with their eyes closed (phys.org)
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[–] AmidFuror@fedia.io 22 points 2 days ago

In humans, the infrared contact lenses enabled participants to accurately detect flashing morse code-like signals and to perceive the direction of incoming infrared light.

Oh, yeah. That sounds like night vision.