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Quantum imaging research could improve retinal scans

28 October 2025 | OCT, Imaging, Diagnosis, research, Retina
New EU-funded feasibility project is testing a quantum approach that could reveal finer detail in the eye than ever before. A European research consortium is exploring a new quantum imaging technique that could one day help clinicians see the earliest...

The world of the unseen

3 October 2024 | | EYE - Imaging, EYE - General
We are witnessing an incredible era of miraculous and marvellous discoveries. The globe has seen breakthroughs in science, medicine, creative arts, technology, digital media, and much more. In warm, sunny April, Emerald Network celebrated its 20th year of Eid events,...

Advanced level practice for ophthalmic nursing

4 December 2025 | | EYE - General
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Ophthalmic Nursing Forum (ONF) is committed to clinical excellence through advancing ophthalmic nursing practice and supporting career development. With the increasing demand for ophthalmic services, advanced and specialist practice roles are vital to increase...

From Dye to Digital: Why OCTA is replacing invasive imaging in retinal care

11 December 2025 | Research & Development
For decades, retinal imaging has relied on invasive dye based techniques to visualise the eye’s vasculature. However, Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography (OCTA) is fast becoming the preferred modality, replacing fluorescein and ICG angiography in many clinical settings. As highlighted by...

Study to slow short-sightedness in young adults

19 December 2025 | research, diagnostics, innovation
The University of Bradford is spearheading a study into the progression of short-sightedness among young adults, aiming to tackle one of the fastest-growing global eye health challenges. The research on short-sightedness, also known as myopia, among people aged in their...

MOS Spring Meeting 2026

20 March 2026
Midland Ophthalmological Society Spring Meeting, March 2026

Sight Sciences at UKEGS

11 December 2025 | Awards, Conferences & Anniversaries
The Sight Sciences team recently returned from an energising UKEGS conference in the wonderful city of Edinburgh. The team were pleased to spend time with customers, colleagues and contacts from across the UK and beyond. Many thanks to everybody who...

Codifying ‘care’ and ‘cure’ behaviours of artificial intelligence systems: now out in Nature Medicine

15 January 2026 | artificial intelligence, research, news, technology, clinical practice
A new publication in Nature Medicine discusses 'Building a code of conduct for AI-driven clinical consultations' The diversity of AI applications in medicine is growing at an accelerating rate, with that trend set to continue as technology develops. This diversity...

Birmingham Optical welcomes Irem Ali as Chief Commercial Officer

29 January 2026 | Company Profiles, Recruitment & Personnel
She brings with her extensive experience across sales, marketing, and operations within the MedTech, healthcare, and pharmaceutical sectors. Commenting on her appointment, Irem said: “I am delighted to be joining a growing organisation at such a pivotal time. The team...

Applying for ophthalmology ST1 in 2026: What’s new?

5 December 2025 | | EYE - General
Competition for ophthalmology ST1 has intensified steadily over recent cycles, rising from ~9:1 (2022) to ~10:1 (2023), ~14:1 (2024) and ~22:1 (2025) [1]. Against this background, applicants benefit from a structured approach: mapping achievements to portfolio domains early, identifying gaps...

Oertli launches OS 4 Up™ in CE-certified markets

24 March 2026 | Company Profiles, Research & Development
Oertli Instrumente AG announces the commercial launch of its new surgical platform, OS 4 Up™, for cataract and vitreoretinal surgery. Development, design and production are carried out entirely at the company's headquarters in Berneck, Switzerland. The family-run company is thus...

Opportunity to take part in research for eyecare professionals advising patients about driving

27 March 2026 | research, survey
Claire Howard and Lauren Hepworth are running a study looking which looks to eyecare professionals in the UK who advise patients on DVLA/DVA driving vision standards, as part of their role. The aim of this research is to determine eyecare...