Tokai Optical has released an aspheric lens specifically designed to reduce distortion and improve comfort for astigmatic patients. Read more
New research links size of visual cortex to quality of vision
A team of neuroscientists have discovered they can predict how well someone can see based on the unique structure of their primary visual cortex. Read more
Zeiss showcasing new laser add-on at upcoming RANZCO events
Zeiss is now offering the new Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) add-on to its VISULAS green laser, which will be showcased at two upcoming RANZCO events. Read more
Aussie research into retinal activity in neurodevelopmental disorders first of its kind
Electrical activity of the retina in response to a light stimulus could signal common neurodevelopmental disorders, according to new research from Flinders University and the University of South Australia. Read more
TV presenter David Koch shares glaucoma diagnosis
Popular Australian television presenter Mr David Koch has shared details of his glaucoma diagnosis as he joins Glaucoma Australia as an official ambassador to support the fight against eye disease. Read more
New Zealand launches its first mobile optometry service
A former flying optometrist in the Australian outback is now behind the wheel of New Zealand’s first custom-built mobile optometry service. Read more
CooperVision acquires specialty lens supplier, EnsEyes
CooperVision has acquired EnsEyes, the leading supplier of orthokeratology and scleral contact lenses in Europe’s Nordic region. Read more
Gender bias, discrimination, harassment and aggressive behaviour detailed in Optometry Australia #BreakTheBias survey
A new report showing that 64% of Australian optometrists surveyed have encountered gender bias, discrimination, harassment and aggressive behaviour in the workplace, with 27% in fear of speaking out about such incidents, is “confronting and unacceptable”, says Optometry Australia president Mr Murray Smith. Read more
CORE studies methods to remove coronaviruses from contact lenses
A new study has determined that it is easy to remove human coronaviruses from contact lenses, although regimen matters depending on the type of lens care solution. Read more
Glaucoma stem cell research could help develop new drugs to combat disease
Glaucoma stem cell research, involving one of the largest and most detailed stem cell modelling studies reported for any disease, could help researchers develop new drugs to combat the disease by identifying potential target areas to stall or reverse vision loss. Read more