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Research

The Institute of Ophthalmology conducts cutting-edge science and attracts researchers of the highest international calibre.

Our research is divided into three key themes.

Cell Biology…

Development, Ageing and Disease Theme

Vision loss caused by the effects of ageing and disease are a global health burden. Our interdisciplinary labs investigate the biological pathways involved so we that we can develop better treatments.

Leads: Professor Adnan Tufail and Professor Pete Coffey

ORBIT…

Rescue, Repair and Regeneration Theme

We aim to protect and improve vision and quality of life for people with sight loss. Our expertise lies in using regenerative medicine to develop new effective therapies. 

Leads: Professor James Bainbridge and Professor Julie Daniels

EEG Cap…

Visual Neuroscience and Function Theme

We are investigating new ways to assess vision. Our work also combines epidemiology, genetics, imaging and data science to inform policy, improve quality of life of those with sight loss, and more.

Leads: Professor Andrew Stockman and Professor Paul Foster

 

Research labs

Ophthalmology research

We have many research labs, groups and active projects. Some of these have their own websites which you can browse to find out about their specific areas of research, as well as opportunities to collaborate.

Researcher videos

Research videos

Hear our researchers give a brief overview of their work, and of how their findings improve the health and wellbeing of our society.

Directory of Expertise

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Our staff at the IoO and at Moorfields Eye Hospital have expertise in a number of areas at the cutting edge of current ophthalmic research.

 

 

 

Support our research

Academic staff list

SenSyT PhD and MRes programme

We harness the broad range of research disciplines and experimental approaches available at UCL to advance basic and translational research into sensory function and tackle the scientific and biomedical challenges of human sensory health.

Early career researchers portal

Are you an early career researcher in the Faculty of Brain Sciences? Check out the portal to find out about resources, networks and opportunities available to you. 

UCL +

Register your interest in pursuing postgraduate research at UCL and receive important information about open days, applications, and more.

The Joint Library of Ophthalmology (UCL and Moorfields)

The Joint Library provides specialist collections and services for staff and students at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

NIHR Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre

The Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre is a partnership between Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology.