Research as a career: Igniting curiosity, creating impact, and building sustainable livelihoods

In the 21st century, knowledge is one of the most powerful currencies. Nations progress when ideas turn into solutions, and ...
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Khanal recognized nationally as outstanding young scientist

Safal Khanal, OD, PhD, FAAO, UAB School of Optometry assistant professor, was awarded the Irvin M. and Beatrice Borish Award from the American Academy of Optometry (AAO). This award recognizes an ...

Bridging the knowledge gap: The rise of collaborative and community research in India

India’s research landscape is undergoing a radical transformation. Once confined to ivory towers and isolated laboratories, the pursuit of knowledge is now a shared venture between industry giants, ...
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Study finds ‘high need’ for glasses prescription updates in school-based vision program

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A large study of a school-based eye exam program found substantial need for new and updated eyeglass ...
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How seeing the new color 'olo' opens the realm of vision science

UC Berkeley scientists tricked the eye into seeing "the greenest green" they'd ever seen. They say it could transform how we understand and treat eye diseases, and expand the way we see the world ...
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Our Vision, Mission, Values and Goals

The UAB School of Optometry is committed to understanding, preserving, restoring, and enhancing vision, eye health, and quality of life. The mission of the UAB School of Optometry is to educate ...