Keeping clinicians in the loop with IOL designs
Device Technologies highlighted Teleon's updated intraocular lens (IOL) designs, including the Vario IOL with EDOF optics and
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Presbyopia-correcting ICL arrives in New Zealand
A new presbyopia-correcting implantable collamer lens (ICL), EVO Viva, is now available in New Zealand for certified
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Barcelona musings
The Atelier by Woodys collection features handcrafted frames with sculpted volumes, precise milling, and bold colour combinations. Model Balance, in Italian acetate, stands out with its double-laminated front, geometric shapes, and customised OBE five-axis hinges.
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AI chart reader analyses data and answers queries
US researchers developed ChartNet, an open-source dataset, to improve AI models' interpretation of charts. Models trained with ChartNet showed improved chart
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Post-pandemic teen cosmetic eye injuries surge
Cosmetic-related eye injuries among US teenagers surged 900% between 2020 and 2024, according to Brown University research
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Built for adventure
Dutch brand Milo and Me offers fun, flexible, and durable eyewear for children aged 0–12 years. Model Billie is an on-
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Predicting genetic risk of glaucoma
A new national health initiative in Australia, led by Flinders University, will use polygenic risk score (PRS) testing for early glaucoma detection, identifying relatives of
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Global push to recognise threat of toxoplasmosis
An international paper calls for the WHO to recognise toxoplasmosis as a neglected tropical disease (NTD), highlighting its significant yet overlooked impact as
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Laser heat activates AMD defences
A preclinical study found a temperature-controlled near-infrared laser treatment may activate natural repair pathways in retinal cells, potentially addressing dry AMD before it
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EssilorLuxottica NZ welcomes new talent
Natalia Tyan is the new operations manager at Essilor Laboratory NZ, focusing on improving processes and team efficiency. Bradley Dale has also joined EssilorLuxottica NZ as an account manager.
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CooperVision expands multifocal range
CooperVision has launched the Clariti 1 Day multifocal contact lens in Australia and New Zealand. This daily disposable silicone hydrogel lens for presbyopic
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Pienaar great fit for OPSM
Kirsty Pienaar has joined OPSM as regional manager north, overseeing 18 stores across Northland, Auckland, and Gisborne. A registered dispensing optician, she aims to drive performance, consistency, and customer experience
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