Improving optometry education through research opportunities for interns
Official title: Enhancement of Optometric Education with Basic, Applied and Clinical Research
Funded at University of the Incarnate Word · NIH-11094826 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study gives optometry interns the opportunity to work with experienced teachers on exciting projects about eye diseases and vision, helping them learn how to spot and treat these conditions early while encouraging them to think about future careers in research and collaboration with others.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of the Incarnate Word NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2022 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $29,506 |
| NIH project number | 5T35EY032441-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-11094826 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are optometry interns seeking hands-on research experience in ocular health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in optometry education or research may not directly benefit from this program.
What this research studies
This research program offers optometry interns the chance to collaborate with experienced faculty on various research projects related to eye diseases and visual function. Interns will engage in basic, applied, clinical, and translational research, focusing on early detection and treatment of ocular conditions. The program aims to inspire interns to pursue further academic and research careers while fostering collaborations with other disciplines within the university and industry partners.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance the quality of optometric education and improve patient care through better understanding and treatment of eye diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous similar programs have shown success, with a history of producing peer-reviewed research and fostering academic growth among interns.
Where this research is happening
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University of the Incarnate Word
San Antonio, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rabin, Jeffrey C — University of the Incarnate Word
- Study coordinator: Rabin, Jeffrey C
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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.