Science and vision

Research

Scientists explore link between eye pressure and glaucoma

Experiments in rodents tested the effect of changing pressure within the eye using a tiny tube connected to a pressure sensor

by Selina Powell

Special eye tests could identify dementia patients with highest risk of falling

Depth perception tests tailored to the needs of those with memory loss could help to prevent injuries from falls

by Selina Powell

Fractured stick removed from patient’s eye

A 23-year-old’s visual acuity was 6/9 following surgery to remove two chunks of wood

by Selina Powell

Technology

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Using technology to provide eye care to the “invisible patients”

OT speaks to Peek’s head of programme training, Karen Sparrow

by Emily McCormick, Laurence Derbyshire

Smartphone app checks for jaundice in newborn babies

A screening method that quantifies the yellowness of the eye could lead to earlier identification and treatment of jaundice

by Selina Powell

Scientists use VR to simulate glaucoma

City, University of London research has explored how head mounted displays can be used to illustrate the visual challenges faced by those with glaucoma

by Selina Powell

AI signals babies at risk of sight-threatening disease

Technology that could help to identify those at risk of the most severe form of retinopathy of prematurity has been fast-tracked for approval by the FDA

by Selina Powell