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Research

Basic and clinical research is critical to improving treatment of eye disease and to the prevention of visual loss. Epidemiologic and operational research are also essential, particularly in developing countries. Yet the training of ophthalmology residents in how to conduct research varies widely around the world.

The ICO's Research Committee wants to help those who would like to learn more about research to develop their understanding and skills.
 

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Congratulations to 2010 ICO Medal Awardees

The ICO recognizes our colleagues who were selected by the ICO Board to receive ICO Medals and Awards in 2010. All of the ICO Medal awardees were… More »

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ICO Offers Research Primer, More Research Resources

The ICO Research Committee, lead by ICO Director for Research, Alfred Sommer, MD, has a new tool to assist beginning ophthalmic researchers:… More »

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Regulations and Ethical Considerations Related to Research

When a researcher enrolls human beings into studies, various ethics guidelines, codes, and regulations must be followed. More »

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Clinical Research: A Primer for Ophthalmologists

Prepared for the International Council of Ophthalmology by Alfred Sommer M.D. M.H.S. (For the ICO Research Committee), February 2009 More »

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Science Central's Chronological History of Vision Research

Important Dates in Vision Science More »