Ophthalmology
Summary
We oversee research that deals with:
- medical and surgical treatments of eye diseases
- optometry
- visual rehabilitation
- other key areas within the broader discipline of vision sciences
We support a broad range of research studies including:
- medicines and devices for eye diseases
- investigating childhood and inherited visual disorders
- studies of aids to help people with visual impairment
UK Clinical Eye Research Strategy
The Clinical Eye Strategy aims to connect ophthalmology research in the UK and facilitate a research pipeline of therapies and technologies. Find out more:
UK Clinical Eye Research Strategy
National Specialty Lead
Professor Rupert Bourne is the CRN National Specialty Lead for ophthalmology.
Funding opportunities / funding calls
See the latest funding opportunities for ophthalmology research
Associate Principal Investigator (PI) Scheme
If you’re a healthcare professional, you could be eligible for our Associate PI Scheme
Help with research
Through the Clinical Research Network (CRN), you can get help with:
- planning and delivering your research to achieve the greatest impact
- recruiting patients for your study
- costs for your study, if you are eligible. This could include money for extra staff, facilities or equipment
Find out more about the Services to support study delivery
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