News & Events
Explore the latest news and events shaping the future of vision research. This section highlights key announcements, congressional briefings, advocacy initiatives, and community milestones that are advancing discovery, elevating patient voices, and strengthening support for vision research.
Events
A Powerful Moment for Vision Science: Reflections from the “Impact of Vision Science” Convening
On March 24, the Alliance for Vision Research joined leaders from across the vision community at a remarkable convening hosted by Research to Prevent Blindness, titled “The Impact of Vision...
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Events
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...
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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...
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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...
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Media & Publications
Healio: Federal budget proposal retains NEI, revives vision injury research
Key takeaways: A 2026 budget proposal that retains the National Eye Institute as a stand-alone entity at NIH is advancing through Congress ahead of a Jan. 30 government funding deadline....
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Events
ARVO Advocacy Day: A Powerful Voice for Vision Research
ARVO’s 2026 Advocacy Day was a tremendous success, bringing together researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and emerging scientists from across the vision community to engage directly with Members of Congress and...
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#SeeWhatMatters: A National Movement to Protect Vision Research
The #SeeWhatMatters campaign, led by the Alliance for Vision Research, is a national movement designed to elevate the critical importance of federally funded vision research and the impact it has...
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News
Executive Director: Closing 2025
Amid funding uncertainty, policy debates, and growing threats to the research ecosystem, our community showed up. Together, we elevated the importance of vision research, defended key federal programs, and ensured...
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Events
Alliance for Vision Research Hosts Record-Breaking 2025 Emerging Vision Scientist Program
Alliance Hosts Record-Breaking 2025 Emerging Vision Scientist Program On September 16th and 17th, Alliance Vision Research conducted its annual Emerging Vision Scientist program in Washington, DC, marking the largest class...
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Events
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...
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