Nova Eye Medical has announced eight surgery centres across the US have commenced a prospective, randomised clinical trial to assess the efficacy and safety outcomes of ab-interno canaloplasty. Read more
Hoya Lens Australia and DFV form myopia alliance
Hoya Lens Australia and Designs for Vision (DFV) are joining forces to increase awareness of myopia management strategies and aid eyecare professionals to grow this facet of their practice. Read more
Optometry training, low vision aids highlighted in Royal Commission’s aged care report
The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has recommended providers have arrangements with optometrists to ensure appropriate care to residents and has proposed a review of the undergraduate curricula for many allied health professions, including optometry. Read more
Melbourne company adapts perimetry software to meet changing needs
An Australian software solution that measures visual fields on multiple platforms, including iPad, has now been translated into a browser-based interface, making it compatible with common IT equipment. Read more
Rodenstock braced for AU$2.3 billion sale – report
Ophthalmic lens manufacturer Rodenstock could soon be under new ownership after reports its private equity owner is planning to sell the business in a potential €1.5 billion (AU$2.3 b) deal. Read more
Engineer behind Varilux progressive dies aged 94
The inventor of the Essilor’s pioneering Varilux progressive lens has died in Paris at the age of 94. Read more
Silk cocoon protein may hold key to underlying causes of major eye disease
Queensland researchers are harnessing sericin produced by mutant silkworms to investigate the protein’s role as an antioxidant agent against unstable molecules in the eye responsible for diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma. Read more
Topcon’s latest refraction system arrives in Australia
Device Technologies has introduced a new Topcon binocular refraction system to the Australian market, combining autorefraction, keratometry and subjective refraction in a single device. Read more
Optometry webinar to shed light on keratoconus and dry eye registries
A free webinar for optometrists managing keratoconus and dry eye patients will explain how they can access one of the few clinical registries worldwide that engages optometrists. Read more
Iconic low vision charity rebrands
Guide Dogs Australia has rebranded to better communicate the breadth of services it provides to people with low vision or blindness, the organisation has announced. Read more