Research

News and features covering the latest research developments in optometry and optics

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Exploring the effects of a common weight loss drug on vision

US scientists report that semaglutide does not appear to make diabetic eye disease worse in the majority of patients

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Study seeks to understand the prevalence of sight and hearing loss in the UK

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A man in a checked shirt is driving a car. On his left hand, which rests on the top of the steering wheel, the man wears a watch. The surroundings appear blurred outside the window of the car.

Researchers investigate types of visual field loss linked to collision risk

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Subtle vibrations in the ear reveal gaze direction

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How sustainable is dry eye disease management?

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A woman in jeans sits with one leg tucked underneath her on a chair in the centre of a living room. She has her eyes closed and a serene expression on her face. Behind her, there are pot plants, artwork, candles and a lamp.

Could mindfulness help ease the burden of visual snow?

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Nerve swelling: what would you do?

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A man in a dark t-shirt sits with his back to the camera at a desk in front of a computer screen with a lamp to one side, a pen in his hand and windows in front of him.

Study: Even napping is better for the heart than sitting

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Research finds flexible working can boost heart health

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Less frequent diabetic eye disease screening would result in inequality

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Long reads

Myopia management: “I think the most exciting thing is that we have options”
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“Lifestyle is by far the biggest factor”
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“Eye care should be attentive to finding ways to try and reduce the burden for patients”
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Researchers test drug treatment for Acanthamoeba keratitis

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How the protein profile of the eye reveals insight on ageing

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A woman wearing a blue surgical apron, hairnet and facemask casts her gaze down to a task being performed out of shot. Behind her, two clinicians stand next to a patient lying on a gurney.

Researchers examine effect of warm compress prior to ophthalmic surgery

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Study finds eating grapes could boost macular pigment levels

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Predicting progression of myopia using AI

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Tiny 3D printed eye implant could treat diabetes

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Scientists work on eyedrop to replace injections for AMD

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Using computer models to help LASIK patients undergoing cataract surgery

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Moorfields Eye Charity and Medical Research Foundation to invest in children’s eye health

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Pioneering project at University of Bath aims to recycle plastic lab waste

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Observing the prevalence of glaucoma among Swedish 70-year-olds

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Vision profile data provides a snapshot of eye health in England

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