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Lupin Signs Agreement with Huons for Mexico Launch
Lupin Limited (Lupin) announced a pivotal license and supply agreement with Huons Co. Ltd to register and market Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Nanoemulsion, 0.4mL Single-use Vial, in Mexico. Advanced Technology for Treating Dry Eye Syndrome Cyclosporine Ophthalmic Nanoemulsion, a preservative-free innovation, has…
Mediwhale Secures $12M for AI Retina Diagnostics
Mediwhale, an AI-driven diagnostics company, has successfully raised $12 million in Series A2 funding to further develop its retina scanning technology aimed at diagnosing cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. This round was led by the Korea Development Bank, with contributions from…
Black Pearl Acquires Maker of Contact Lenses – PolyDev
Black Pearl Vision, the world’s only Black-owned and woman-owned contact lens manufacturer, has recently completed the acquisition of PolyDev, an Ireland-based manufacturer specializing in color contact lenses. Strategic Expansion into Color Contact Lenses This strategic move has allowed Black Pearl…
Contact Lenses Can Shed Microplastics, Study Finds
Contact lenses, a popular vision correction option worn by millions worldwide, have been found to shed microplastics, according to a recent pilot study published in Environmental Science & Technology. Microplastic Shedding from Contact Lenses Under Sunlight Exposure The researchers developed…
Barbara Barclay Named Executive Director of NORA
The Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA) has named Barbara Barclay, a recognized leader in eye-tracking technology and health tech, as its new executive director effective October 1, 2024. Barclay’s extensive 30-year career includes serving as president of RightEye and North American…
Telescopic Contact Lenses | OBN
Telescopic contact lenses are a recent development in the field of ophthalmology that allows people with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to see more clearly. Telescopic contact lenses use miniature telescopes that are built into the lens to magnify images and…
Challenges Ophthalmologists Face | OBN
We recently conducted a survey on LinkedIn to ask ophthalmologists about the largest problem they face in their field. A total of 153 people participated in the poll, and the results revealed some interesting insights. The top issue identified by…
Best 10 Mobile Apps for Eye Health
According to recent studies, 4.5 billion people worldwide suffer from some form of visual impairment. Fortunately, technology has come a long way in helping people manage and improve their eye health. From monitoring vision changes to providing personalized exercises and…
Alcon, Acuvue, Coopervision Lenses Contain PFAS
A recent report from Mamavation has revealed that eighteen different types of soft contact lenses, including three major brands—Alcon, Acuvue, and Coopervision—contain detectable levels of organic fluorine, indicating the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as…
VSY Biotechnology Announces OSA 2024 Winners at ESCRS 2024
VSY Biotechnology GmbH, a global leader in ophthalmic innovation and research, proudly announced the winners of the prestigious Ophthalmology Star Awards 2024 (OSA) during the Satellite Symposium at the ESCRS 2024 Congress in Barcelona. The annual Ophthalmology Star Awards ceremony…