Improving eye exams in urgent care settings with advanced imaging technology
Official title: Self-aligning, motion-stabilized ocular imaging for eye care in urgent and emergent care settings
Funded at Duke University · NIH-10929446 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way for regular healthcare providers to quickly and accurately check your eyes in urgent situations, using advanced technology that lets them do it without needing a specialist right there, making it easier for you to get the eye care you need right away.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $411,582 |
| NIH project number | 5R01EY035534-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929446 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals seeking eye care in urgent or emergency settings, particularly those with conditions that require immediate attention.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not seek eye care in urgent or emergency settings may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the ability of non-specialty healthcare providers to conduct eye examinations in urgent and emergency care environments. By developing a remote, semi-autonomous imaging system that includes advanced technologies like retinal optical coherence tomography and scanning laser ophthalmoscopy, the project seeks to facilitate immediate and accurate eye assessments without the need for specialized staff on-site. This approach could significantly reduce the need for patient referrals to specialty care, thereby improving access to timely eye care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to quicker and more accurate eye diagnoses in urgent care settings, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in using advanced imaging technologies for eye care, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Duke University
Durham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kuo, Anthony Nanlin — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Kuo, Anthony Nanlin
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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.