Artificial intelligence

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Optometrists invited to complete survey on AI in eye care

Eye care professionals in the UK and Malaysia are invited to complete a short online survey exploring the use of AI tools

Research

12 Aug

A futuristic map of the UK

Eye commentary suggests UK “uniquely placed” to bring oculomics from code to clinic

Research

07 Aug

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In focus

A century of optometry at Aston University

Practitioner stories

07 Aug 10 min read

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In focus

Five factors shaping practice

AOP

06 Aug 10 min read

An older woman receives an eye examination

Scientists test AI system for detecting AMD

Research

04 Aug

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Stepper launches AI information platform

Products

28 Jul

A group of professionals hold a meeting in a conference room

Five insights from General Optical Council

Government and regulation

09 Jul

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Researchers apply AI to OCT scans and fundus photographs to learn more about systemic health

Research

09 Jul

Speakers at the Optometry Tomorrow panel discussion Optometry 2049: AI and the Future of Vision Care

How AI is changing eye care

NHS and health

16 Jun 1

100% Optical

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Five key topics from 100% Optical 2026

AOP

05 Jun

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An overview of AI applications in ophthalmology

Research

29 May

Dr Carlos Ciller, in a navy suit jacket and white shirt, is seated in the RetinAI exhibition stand at 100% Optical. He gestures at a screen behind him which displays the company’s platform

Technology to support right decisions sooner

Products

27 May

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Using AI to predict risk of osteoporosis from retinal scans

Research

22 May

Optimising time for the clinician

Products

21 May

Dr Peter Thomas and Giles Edmonds are edited to face each other in cuts from interviews filmed at 100 percent optical

Exploring the integration of AI in practice

On the High Street

15 May

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his wife, Victoria, leave Number 10 Downing Street to attend the King’s Speech

Legislation to tackle late payments and introduction of a single patient record introduced in King’s Speech

Government and regulation

13 May

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UK National Screening Committee consults on use of AI in diabetic eye screening

NHS and health

13 May

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Cubitts collaborates with hearing eyewear developer Altina

Products

13 May

Kishan Devraj, in a black turtleneck, is photographed by a screen with a large image of the inside of an eye

Five questions to consider for AI in optometry

Products

07 May

Text on a computer screen is reflected in the lenses of a person’s glasses

Using OCT to identify keratoconus earlier

Research

06 May

Trusit Dave smiles broadly, he wears a pink shirt and purple metal glasses. He leans against a desk which has a large screen displaying his referral technology

AI tools supporting referral letter creation

Products

30 Apr

100% Optical

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Looking to the future with London’s new THINC start-up hub

Products

23 Apr

Krysten Williams, wearing a royal blue pleated two piece set, stands at a lectern to welcome attendees to the THINC grand opening

THINC EMEA opens in London’s Knowledge Quarter

Research

22 Apr 12 min read

Clarke and Alistair stand with an arm around each other near the finish of Brighton Marathon. Clarke wears blue and yellow running attire, branded Fight for Sight, and holds a medal between them. Alistair wears a neon pink Richard Whitehead Foundation running top

Blind artist achieved world-first marathon using smart eyewear

Patients

16 Apr

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EssilorLuxottica and Meta introduce optical-first AI glasses models

Products

16 Apr 2

A close up of a man’s eye

OSA joins alliance committed to the ethical adoption of oculomics

Products

08 Apr

A woman receives an eye examination using a slit lamp

Japanese researchers develop portable AI-powered slit lamp for anterior segment imaging

Research

26 Mar

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Moorfields Eye Hospital surgeon gives tips on staying safe during the solar eclipse

Patients

10 Aug 1

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An optometrist saved my life

“We will always be grateful that Charlotte recognised the signs when she did”

Patients

26 Jun 5 min read 1

A female optometrist performs a sight test with a slit lamp for a male patient

OFNC advises profession against committing to “unfunded” ERS until negotiations complete

Government and regulation

24 Jun 1

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Speakers at the Optometry Tomorrow panel discussion Optometry 2049: AI and the Future of Vision Care

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NHS and health

16 Jun 1

A mother embraces her daughter, who is wearing a graduation gown and cap

In focus

A century of optometry at Aston University

Practitioner stories

07 Aug 10 min read

A futuristic illustration of an eye with lines of data emanating from corneqa

Researchers apply AI to OCT scans and fundus photographs to learn more about systemic health

Research

09 Jul

A group of professionals hold a meeting in a conference room

Five insights from General Optical Council

Government and regulation

09 Jul

Chosen for you

Professor Shehzad Naroo with an ophthalmoscope

A personal history of Aston University optometry department in 12 objects

Students and pre-regs

06 Aug 9 min read

Edwin Causey centre with Specsavers staff members all smiling at cameras

CUES appointment supports urgent referral for life-threatening condition

On the High Street

06 Aug 1

A female optometrist performs a sight test with a slit lamp on a patient

AOP briefing unpacks GOC consultation on update to sight testing statement

AOP

13 Aug

A woman sits on the sofa wearing a blanket and blowing her nose

Persistent ocular symptoms following COVID-19

Research

07 Aug

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In the spotlight

On the High Street

07 Aug 11 min read