A symposium focused on new technologies for restoring vision in military personnel.
The 9th Military Vision Symposium on Novel Technology and Vision Restoration.
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · SCHEPENS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE · NIH-11074788
This gathering is for eye care experts from both the military and civilian worlds to share new ideas and treatments for helping people, especially soldiers, who have lost their vision due to injuries, so they can find better ways to restore sight and improve recovery.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | SCHEPENS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BOSTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11074788 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This symposium brings together military and civilian eye care professionals to discuss advancements in treating vision loss caused by traumatic injuries, particularly in combat situations. It aims to address the critical needs for effective treatments and rehabilitation strategies for ocular injuries sustained by soldiers and civilians alike. The event will facilitate collaboration and information exchange among experts in the field, focusing on innovative technologies and approaches to improve vision restoration outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include military personnel and civilians who have experienced eye injuries from blasts or trauma.
Not a fit: Patients with vision loss not related to traumatic injuries or those who do not have access to military or civilian eye care services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options and better outcomes for individuals suffering from vision loss due to traumatic injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous symposia have successfully fostered collaboration and innovation in the field of ocular trauma, indicating a positive trend in addressing similar challenges.
Where this research is happening
BOSTON, UNITED STATES
- SCHEPENS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE — BOSTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CHEN, DONG FENG — SCHEPENS EYE RESEARCH INSTITUTE
- Study coordinator: CHEN, DONG FENG
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.