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Optometrists, ophthalmologists and eyecare clinician-scientists are being asked for their input in a short, anonymous survey on ocular disfigurement and the use of scleral shell prostheses in New Zealand.
Swiss researchers have identified the essential role of four proteins in retinitis pigmentosa (RP), which could help prevent photoreceptor death, they said. Describing the proteins as a ‘molecular
A US study found 85% of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) patients with cardiovascular disease (CVD) or stroke also had subretinal drusenoid deposits (SDD). “For the last three decades,
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a smartphone app which could allow people to screen for Alzheimer’s, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other
The first implantations of Samsara Vision’s SING IMT (Smaller-Incision New-Generation Implantable Miniature Telescope) have been performed on patients with late-stage, age-related macular degeneration
Researchers in China have validated microsurgical skills using a grape-based training model.
Committed to creating a more sustainable future, Alcon is the latest contact lens company to partner with Plastic Bank, a social enterprise whose mission is to clean up the world’s oceans and waterways.
Etnia Barcelona has reunited with artist Ignasi Monreal to give life to OJO Vol 2, a sunglasses collection Etnia describes as unique, allowing us to see far beyond what our eyes perceive. Inspired by John Berger’s book and TV series Ways of Seeing, Etnia and Monreal first joined forces in 2020 to cr
Australian dispensing opticians April Petrusma and Grant Hannaford have been named among four global nominees for the coveted International Opticians’ Association (IOA) Silmo International Optician of the Year Award.
Hoya Vision Care Australia & New Zealand has launched a new, next-generation portfolio of occupational lenses, which the company says provides spectacle wearers with enhanced visual fields and comfort.
William Morris London is releasing a new line of ready readers and sunglasses, Gallery Readers. Designed in the UK, the collection includes five iconic prints, Brother Rabbit, Acanthus, Golden Lily, Poppy and Strawberry Thief. Optical and sun lenses are available in five strengths (+1.00 to +3.00) a
A UK team has developed a predictive tool to help young keratoconus patients make informed decisions about undergoing corneal crosslinking (CXL) to halt disease progression.