Top Institutions in Ophthalmology, Optometry
Leading institutions conduct clinical trials and longitudinal studies on myopia progression and control, develop and evaluate novel optical interventions such as specialized spectacle lenses, and investigate combined therapies including contact lenses and pharmacologic agents.
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#1
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong, N/A
Renowned for pioneering research in myopia control, including the development and clinical evaluation of Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (DIMS) spectacle lenses, with extensive clinical trials demonstrating efficacy in slowing myopia progression in children.
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#2
University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry
Berkeley, CA
Strong focus on clinical research in myopia management, including studies on novel spectacle lenses, orthokeratology, and combined optical-pharmacological interventions, with expertise in pediatric vision care and myopia progression mechanisms.
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#3
The Brien Holden Vision Institute
Sydney, NSW
International leader in myopia research and control, with significant contributions to the development of optical interventions including novel spectacle lenses and contact lenses, and global initiatives to address myopia prevalence and management.
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#4
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Known for clinical and translational research in pediatric eye diseases including myopia, with ongoing studies on novel optical and pharmacologic treatments and their long-term safety and efficacy.
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#5
University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science
Waterloo, ON
Active in research on myopia progression, optical interventions including spectacle lenses, and behavioral factors affecting myopia, with a focus on evidence-based clinical practice and patient compliance.