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NASA’s development of autonomous eye imaging technologies for astronauts aboard the International Space Station is paving the way for remote, high-quality eye care both in deep space and underserved regions on Earth.

Advanced autofluorescence reveals cellular pigment reservoirs with therapeutic potential at the Heidelberg 2025 International SPECTRALIS Symposium – And Beyond (ISS).

This noninvasive imaging tool reveals early brain pathology through the eye, promising faster and more accurate diagnoses as highlighted at the Heidelberg 2025 International SPECTRALIS Symposium – And Beyond (ISS).

Findings presented at the Heidelberg 2025 International SPECTRALIS Symposium — And Beyond (ISS) suggest detailed structural data could better inform therapeutic targeting and monitoring.

Improved axial resolution allows clearer visualization of early atrophic changes, including iRORA vs cRORA differentiation, as shared at the Heidelberg 2025 International SPECTRALIS Symposium – And Beyond (ISS).

From basal laminar deposits to foveal centering, a new framework refines what clinicians see—and what they treat—in outer retinal disease, as presented at the Heidelberg 2025 International SPECTRALIS Symposium – And Beyond (ISS).

With 35+ lectures, a NASA keynote, and a river cruise through historic Heidelberg, this year’s symposium blends science and scenery

Siegfried Priglinger, MD discussed research he presented focused on pediatric patients with inherited retinal diseases with an emphasis on studies into the RPE65 gene.

Mark Daly discusses the transformative role of AI in ophthalmology, highlighting its potential to enhance patient care and streamline physician workflows.

Jay Chhablani, MD, explains how 3D choroidal vessel segmentation transforms ophthalmology, enhancing disease diagnosis and treatment through advanced imaging technology.

The ELEVATUM study explored faricimab's effectiveness in treating diabetic macular edema among underrepresented minorities, showcasing significant visual acuity improvements.

Researchers share that perfluorohexyloctane eye drops offer rapid relief for dry eye disease, enhancing patient comfort before cataract surgery.

Boyer discusses a potential treatment for diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration using suprachoroidal injections, offering reduced risks and improved outcomes.

At the 2025 ASCRS meeting, Dr. Sarkisian presented 3-year data on the iDose TR from the FDA clinical trial.

Discover how ellipsoid zone integrity predicts geographic atrophy growth rates in recent clinical trials, enhancing future treatment strategies.

At ARVO 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Emma Lessieur-Contreras, MD, PhD, talked about her poster on retina extracellular vesicles, and the role that they play on diabetic retinopathy.

Deep Parikh, MD, sat down with Emily Kaiser Maharjan from Optometry Times to talk about his presentation at Collaborative Care Symposium on advanced treatments in neovascular retinal disease.

At ARVO 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Carly Lam, PhD, MSc, and Tsz Wing Leung, PhD talked about the evaluation of the visual performance of 2 modified DIMS spectacle lens designs.

The Retina World Congress showcases global innovations in surgical and medical retina, highlighting emerging treatments and fostering collaboration among specialists.

Sharon Fekrat, MD, FACS, FASRS, highlights the critical importance of networking and collaboration in the medical field, particularly in ophthalmology.

Lori Wright, JD, sat down to talk about a discussion at Collaborative Care Symposium about the risk under federal statutes and how to minimize that risk as an optometrist or an ophthalmic practice.

Early improvements in OSDI scores and tear osmolarity reinforce lifitegrast’s role in managing inflammation-driven dry eye disease.

At ARVO 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Dilsher Dhoot, MD, FASRS, and Mark Barakat, MD, talked about the PHOTON trial, 8 mg versus 2 mg during the matched dosing phase, and outcomes of shortened, maintained, or extended dosing intervals

Dilraj S. Grewal, MD, FASRS, provides an in-depth overview of the current state of research and treatment innovations.

Vakharia insights from the ARCHER trial on geographic atrophy treatment for dry AMD, highlighting promising results and future directions in ophthalmology.

A significant proportion of cataract surgery patients exhibit hyperosmolar tear film both before and 1 month after surgery, underscoring preoperative screening and postoperative management to optimize visual outcomes.

At ARVO 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Steven Barnes, PhD, talked about his research on the OPA1 mutation in retinal ganglion cells' effect on the cell's electrical function.