Developing a robotic system for safe eye examinations
NRI: Toward Safe and Reliable Robotic Eye Examinations
This study is working on a friendly robot that can give you a complete eye exam, including checking your glasses prescription, to make eye care easier and safer for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Champaign, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092710 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a robotic system that can perform comprehensive eye examinations, including imaging of the cornea, lens, and retina, as well as measuring eyeglass prescriptions. The project aims to enhance access to preventive eye care while ensuring patient safety through advanced motion sensing and planning technologies. By integrating real-time human tracking with robotic capabilities, the study seeks to minimize risks associated with close human-robot interactions. The research will be conducted over three years, with specific aims to build the robotic instrument, enhance safety measures, and evaluate the system's reliability.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals requiring routine eye examinations, particularly those at risk for age-related macular degeneration.
Not a fit: Patients with severe mobility impairments or those unable to participate in a robotic examination setup may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more accessible eye examinations for patients, improving overall eye health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using robotic systems for medical examinations, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Champaign, United States
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign — Champaign, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hauser, Kris — University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Study coordinator: Hauser, Kris
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.