Research

Research team transforms cells in the retina to become rod photoreceptors in a procedure that is the first of its kind

New approach may reduce vision loss in patients with corneal disease

UK researchers have used “mini tractor beams” to make a breakthrough in the formation of cell architecture

US researchers have discovered that immune cells flocking to relieve inflamed eyes might also be disrupting the moisturising glands

BMJ Case Reports authors describe the “spontaneous dislocation” of a phakic iris claw intraocular lens 12 years after implantation

UK researchers are investigating the possibility of treating early stage glaucoma with a derivative of turmeric

University of Liverpool researchers will explore whether anti-toxins commonly used to treat bee stings and snake venom could combat keratitis

From blood drops to a device that makes patients shed tears, OT  chronicles the latest innovations and research in dry eye disease

A new treatment controlled tumour growth and preserved visual acuity in 30 patients

A US veterinary ophthalmologist is investigating whether a gene therapy that reverses sight loss in dogs could help humans with retinitis pigmentosa