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Findings from Retina Implant AG's first human clinical trial of subretinal electronic implants have revealed that useful vision can be restored and a significant cost-benefit to the patient's quality of life gained.

A polymer-based corneal prosthesis has been developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research (IAP), Postdam-Golm, as part of the EU's Artificial Cornea project.

Avedro and Emery University have entered into an agreement to combine clinical trial data for corneal collagen cross-linking.

Scientists from around the world gathered at a recent Glaucoma Research Foundation Catalyst meeting to discuss new research ideas that could lead to a cure for glaucoma.

Collaborative research, led by King?s College in London has led to the identification of a gene associated with myopia and glaucoma.

A new product, MigraLens, designed to filter red and blue light and help migraine sufferers is now available in the UK in a range of branded plano eyewear including fit-overs for presciption glasses.

A team of retina specialists at the Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California, led by Srinivas Sadda, MD, conducting a study using have found that 76% of eyes in patients with AMD had peripheral abnormalities.

The Paediatric Cataract Initiative is now accepting applicants for its inaugural single small research grant.

A Phase 2a clinical study has been initiated for Promedior's anti-fibrotic therapeutic, PRM-151, to evaluate its efficacy, safety and tolerability.

Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) has appointed Dr Wing-Kun Tam to the global advisory council of the Paediatric Cataract Initiative

Bausch + Lomb has concluded its acquisition of a portion of the assets and intellectual property for Miochol(R)-E from affiliates of Novartis AG. The business intends to complete the acquisition of the remaining assets and intellectual property upon the necessary regulatory clearance.

The WaveLight Refractive Suite from Alcon is now available to European doctors.

Scientists at the University of Southampton have developed biodegradable polymer microspheres which may have the ability to deliver stem cells to damaged retina photoreceptor cells to help with their repair.

The WaveLight Refractive Suite from Alcon is now available to European doctors. The news came during the 2010 European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) annual meeting in Paris, France.

Alcon launched its AcrySof IQ ReSTOR Multifocal Toric intraocular lens (IOL) during the 2010 European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) annual meeting in Paris, France.

The main focus at the Oculus booth at ESCRS in Paris was its Pentacam solution for anterior segment tomography, which analyses the entire cornea, anterior chamber and crystalline lens

At this year's ESCRS in Paris, Moria showcased its One range of single-use, high precision, handheld surgical instruments, including the One Use-Plus SBK.

Oculentis presented its multifocal toric intraocular lens, the LENTIS Mplustoric at ESCRS in Paris.

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Alcon launched its AcrySof IQ ReSTOR Multifocal Toric intraocular lens (IOL) during the 2010 European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) annual meeting in Paris, France.

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

Breaking news from the floor of ESCRS

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Understanding the problems of contact lens induced dry eye

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Ellex Medical Lasers has reported a 16% increase in profits for the year ended 30 June 2010.