Research

The research will aim to better understand the function of the cornea and other collagen-rich tissues

A 57-year-old woman presented to hospital with redness, pain and blurred vision in her right eye after an accident while gardening

Technology that has the potential to double the number of people who receive corneal transplants has been used in the UK for the first time

Researchers have developed a hydrogel-based soft contact lens incorporating gold nanoparticles that protect the eye from lasers

Scientists are developing a non-invasive technique that could one day achieve the effects of laser eye surgery without the need for incisions

A young mother presented with herpes simplex keratitis triggered by lactation-aggravated malnutrition and anaemia

A new gel for the treatment of corneal melting deactivates enzymes that contribute to the sight-threatening condition has been developed

The University of Birmingham scientist talks with OT  about the development of a pioneering gel for the treatment of microbial keratitis

A comprehensive study of the weight of human lenses across different age ranges has concluded that two distinct growth phases occur

UK researchers have patented an eye drop that transitions between a solid and liquid state to promote scarless healing from corneal infection