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Tiny Eye Implant: A Diabetes Treatment Option
In Sweden, researchers have created a microscale device designed for implantation in the eye, opening up new paths for cell-based treatments for conditions like diabetes. Developed by a team from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet, this 3D-printed…
XPANCEO Raises $40M for AR Vision Contact Lenses
XPANCEO, a deep tech startup, has secured $40 million in seed funding to introduce groundbreaking contact lenses with augmented reality (AR) vision features. These funds will be strategically channeled into the development of the next prototype, consolidating multiple features within…
ICTER’s New Imaging Method for Early Diagnosis
Optical coherence tomography (OCT) stands as one of the most foundational and accurate tests for diagnosing eye diseases. While it excels in a detailed examination of individual eye structures, its effectiveness diminishes when applied to the early detection of subtle…
VSY Biotechnology AcrivaUD Trinova Pro C Pupil Adaptive® I OBN
VSY Biotechnology GmbH, an innovation-driven company with progressive R&D activities in ophthalmology, is readying to share the first clinical experiences of AcrivaUD Trinova Pro C Pupil Adaptive®, the first and only trifocal IOL that combines patented enhanced Sinusoidal Vision Technology…
What Is Bitemporal Hemianopia? | OBN
Bitemporal hemianopia, also known as bitemporal heteronymous hemianopia, is a visual field defect that affects both eyes, resulting in the loss of vision in the outer (temporal) halves of the visual field. In simpler terms, individuals with bitemporal hemianopia experience…
Posterior Capsular Opacification | OBN
What Is Post-Capsular Opacification? After a smooth sail through cataract surgery, post capsular opacification (PCO) can appear like a rogue wave, unexpected and potentially disruptive. It’s not an iceberg that sinks the ship, but it’s certainly worth keeping an eye…
OcuCell Partners with Georgia Eye Bank for Funding
OcuCell, a provider of ocular cell therapy, has announced funding from the Georgia Eye Bank. Established in 1961, the Georgia Eye Bank has contributed over 60,000 corneas for transplantation, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing vision and enriching lives through the…
VSY Biotechnology Announces 2023 OSA Winners
VSY Biotechnology GmbH, a global leader in ophthalmic innovation and research, announced the winners of the Ophthalmology Star Awards (OSA) at the Satellite Symposium at the ESCRS 2023 in Vienna. The traditional Ophthalmology Star Awards ceremony celebrates outstanding contributions to…
VSY’s ENOVA: Glistening-Free Hydrophobic IOL
VSY Biotechnology launches Enova, the First 100% Glistening Free Hydrophobic Acrylic IOL that does not Require Pre-hydration and Storage in Saline Solution! VSY Biotechnology announces Enova, the first 100% glistening-free hydrophobic acrylic IOL that requires neither pre-hydration nor storage in…
HOYA Surgical Optics Acquires Mid Labs and Fritz Ruck
HOYA Surgical Optics (“HSO”), the intraocular lens and related products division of HOYA Group, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of medical device companies Mid Labs and Fritz Ruck. Mid Labs is a California-based company focused on the…