Congressional Briefings
Driving Awareness, Action, and Investment in Vision Research
Connecting vision science with policymakers through congressional briefings that drive support for research and accelerate discoveries that prevent blindness and restore sight.
Vision research on Capitol Hill
Connecting Vision Science with Policymakers Shaping Our Future
Alliance for Vision Research hosts congressional briefings that bring together researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, industry leaders, and policymakers to highlight advances in vision science and the real-world impact of vision loss. These educational events provide Congress with insights on emerging research, unmet needs, and the importance of sustained federal investment in vision research through the National Eye Institute.
Who participates
Congressional briefings bring together a diverse group of leaders from across the vision ecosystem to ensure policymakers hear a comprehensive, real-world perspective on vision research and eye health.
Congressional briefings bring together:
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Members of Congress and staff
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Researchers and academic leaders
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Clinicians and professional societies
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Patient advocates
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Industry and innovation leaders
Briefings that shape policy
Stay Connected to the Conversations Shaping the Future of Vision Research
Missed a briefing or want to dive deeper? Visit our YouTube channel to access a full library of past congressional briefings, expert discussions, and advocacy events. From emerging science to policy insights and patient perspectives, these recordings bring you closer to the issues driving progress in vision research. Watch, share, and stay informed—because understanding what’s at stake is the first step in advancing meaningful change.
Congressional Briefings
Advancing Glaucoma Research on Capitol Hill
Alliance for Vision Research recently convened a Congressional Briefing on glaucoma, bringing together researchers, clinicians, advocates, and policymakers to highlight the latest scientific advances and the urgent need for sustained federal investment in vision research. While more intimate in size, the briefing delivered meaningful impact—fostering powerful conversations and connections between experts and congressional staff. Speakers … Continued
Advancing AMD Research and Elevating Patient Voices
In a recent Congressional Briefing focused on Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD), leaders in research and patient advocacy came together to highlight both the latest scientific advances and the real-world impact of this leading cause of vision loss. The program featured Rajendra S. Apte, MD, PhD, Paul A. Cibis Distinguished Professor at Washington University School of … Continued
TED Briefing Highlights Patient Impact
Alliance for Vision Research convened a Congressional Briefing on Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), bringing together clinical expertise and patient advocacy to highlight the significant impact of this condition on individuals during their prime working years. The program featured Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD, Chief of Neuro-Ophthalmology at University of Colorado Medicine, who provided an in-depth overview … Continued
Congressional Briefing on Diabetic Retinal Disease
Alliance for Vision Research hosted a packed Congressional Briefing on Diabetic Retinal Disease (DRD), bringing together patients, physicians, researchers, and policymakers to underscore the urgent need for expanded vision research and federal investment in the National Eye Institute (NEI). Watch the replay of the Congressional Briefing. Patient Perspective: Living with Diabetic Retinal DiseaseThe program opened … Continued