Our research themes
Inflammation and immunology
Restoring eye health by further understanding and rebalancing of the immune system.
Visual assessment and imaging
Using innovations in medical imaging to assess the structure and function of the eye in superb detail.
Regenerative medicine and pharmaceutics
Developing cell-based therapies and diagnostics; controlling scar repair and restoring function with biodevices and new technology; improving current therapies and drug delivery.
Cross-institutional research, collaborative themes and training
Providing a comprehensive range of training opportunities for both discovery scientists and clinical scientists at all stages of their careers.
Gene therapy
Using advances in genetics to develop therapies for a wide range of ocular conditions.
Genomic medicine and informatics
Leading the technology for acquiring large genetic and clinical databases in ophthalmology, allowing us to optimise clinical care in the longer term.
Patient and public involvement/engagement and clinical studies development
Ensuring that public discussion has an impact on our research and its results; influencing and improving early-phase trials and healthcare delivery.