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Save Sight Institute The Save Sight Institute leads the way in finding innovative new ways to preserve and restore vision

The Institute is active in three broad areas - research, teaching and clinical services.

Following , we're turning the spotlight onto the future of vision research at the Save Sight Institute 🤩Meet our new Di...
09/10/2026

Following , we're turning the spotlight onto the future of vision research at the Save Sight Institute 🤩

Meet our new Director, Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO, as she shares her vision for the Institute, her aspirations for its future, and her reflections on building a rewarding career in .

Swipe through to get to know Professor Watson and read her hashtag feature through the link below!

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This , we're celebrating the research and people driving advances in at the Save Sight Institute.From pioneering inno...
08/10/2026

This , we're celebrating the research and people driving advances in at the Save Sight Institute.

From pioneering innovative treatments that could restore and making sight-saving care more accessible, to advancing new therapies and nurturing the next generation of researchers, our work is driven by a shared goal: protecting, restoring and preserving for generations to come.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible researchers, students, clinicians and professional staff, whose dedication and collaboration make our work possible. We're equally grateful for our patients and research participants, who are at the heart of everything we do ❤️

Learn more about the Save Sight Institute through the link below!

Three weeks to go until the 11th annual KeraClub, a webinar for patients with keratoconus and their carers on Wednesday,...
07/10/2026

Three weeks to go until the 11th annual KeraClub, a webinar for patients with keratoconus and their carers on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm (AEDT).

Co-hosted by The University of Sydney and Keratoconus Australia, KeraClub 2026 will bring together patients, researchers, and clinicians for discussions on the latest advancements in keratoconus management.

🗣️Topics will include:
- Real-world management of keratoconus
- Research updates from the Save Sight Keratoconus Registry
- Keratoconus and related health conditions
- Patient experiences, wellbeing, and coping strategies
- Updates from Keratoconus Australia

The speakers include Professor Stephanie Watson OAM, Dr Himal Kandel, Larry Kornhauser OAM, and Michelle Pritchard. Other speakers include invited optometrists and patients with lived experience of keratoconus.

Whether you have keratoconus, care for someone who does, or are interested in the latest advances in keratoconus research and treatment, KeraClub provides an engaging and informative forum to connect with the community and learn from experts in the field.

Register through the link below!

The 11th annual KeraClub, a community event for patients with keratoconus and their carers, will be held as a webinar th...
23/09/2026

The 11th annual KeraClub, a community event for patients with keratoconus and their carers, will be held as a webinar this year on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm (AEDT).

Co-hosted by The University of Sydney and Keratoconus Australia, KeraClub 2026 will bring together patients, researchers, and clinicians for discussions on the latest advancements in keratoconus management.

🗣️Topics will include:
- Real-world management of keratoconus
- Research updates from the Save Sight Keratoconus Registry
- Keratoconus and related health conditions
- Patient experiences, wellbeing, and coping strategies
- Updates from Keratoconus Australia

The speakers include Professor Stephanie Watson OAM, Dr Himal Kandel , Larry Kornhauser OAM, and Michelle Pritchard. Other speakers include invited optometrists and patients with lived experience of keratoconus.

Whether you have keratoconus, care for someone who does, or are interested in the latest advances in keratoconus research and treatment, KeraClub provides an engaging and informative forum to connect with the community and learn from experts in the field.

Register through the link below!

🚨Happening this week: 🚨A free online event on 23 September, the Corneal Stem Cell Club is your opportunity to hear fro...
21/09/2026

🚨Happening this week: 🚨

A free online event on 23 September, the Corneal Stem Cell Club is your opportunity to hear from leading corneal stem cell research experts and clinicians, including:

🌟 Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO, Director of the Save Sight Institute, Head of the Corneal Research Group at The University of Sydney and Head of the Corneal Unit at Sydney Eye Hospital
🌟Professor Guy Lyons from Centenary Institute, The University of Sydney
🌟Dr Mojdeh Abbasi, Dr Keenan Drever and Hannah Madanowski from the Save Sight Institute

Speakers will present on the following topics:

💡Advances in corneal stem cell research
💡Australian consensus on ocular stem cell therapies
💡Quality of life in patients awaiting corneal stem cell therapies

The webinar will be held on Wednesday 23 September 2026 5:00 – 6:00 PM AEST and will be hosted by Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO. Register through the link below. See you there!
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Connecting with the at the heart of our ❤️The Save Sight Institute (SSI) held our annual Community Information Day o...
16/09/2026

Connecting with the at the heart of our ❤️

The Save Sight Institute (SSI) held our annual Community Information Day on 12 September at the University of Sydney C*D Business School.

Opened by SSI Director Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO and hosted by Michael McGuire, the day brought together lived experience, practical insights and the latest in vision research 👁️

Our session kicked off with Matt O'Kane, who spoke about harnessing AI to improve accessibility and independence for people who are or have . Dr Fatemeh Aminpour then shared her group’s research into developing accessible playgrounds for blind and low vision children, after which Charlotte Wiltshire introduced us to the experiences made possible through audio description 🗣️

A highlight of the day was a keynote from Taryn Dickens, who represented Australia at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Paralympics. Taryn shared how a life-changing diagnosis led to an ongoing adventure that has changed the trajectory of her life. She then joined Paralympics Australia classifiers Timothy Logan and Dr Richard Rawson for a panel diving deeper into pathways to the Paralympics.

Shona Lal and Aji Kathir from NextSense then shared their experiences empowering students through educational transitions. Finally, SSI researchers Professor John Grigg and Professor Robyn Jamieson capped off the day with updates on inherited blinding disease research at the Institute.

Thank you to Paralympics Australia, NSW Blind and Low Vision Tennis, NextSense, Guide Dogs Australia, Quantum RLV, Cure Blindness Australia Inc and SeeWay for joining us as exhibitors, and to everyone who came along, asked questions, shared their experiences and connected with others throughout the day.

Thank you for making what it was—we hope to see you again next year! ❤️

The Corneal Stem Cell Club is fast approaching! A free online event on 23 September, the Corneal Stem Cell Club is your ...
11/09/2026

The Corneal Stem Cell Club is fast approaching!

A free online event on 23 September, the Corneal Stem Cell Club is your opportunity to hear from leading corneal stem cell research experts and clinicians, including:

🌟 Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO, Director of the Save Sight Institute, Head of the Corneal Research Group at The University of Sydney and Head of the Corneal Unit at Sydney Eye Hospital
🌟Professor Guy Lyons from Centenary Institute, The University of Sydney
🌟Dr Mojdeh Abbasi, Dr Keenan Drever and Hannah Madanowski from the Save Sight Institute

Speakers will present on the following topics:

💡Advances in corneal stem cell research
💡Australian consensus on ocular stem cell therapies
💡Quality of life in patients awaiting corneal stem cell therapies

The webinar will be held on Wednesday 23 September 2026 5:00 – 6:00 PM AEST and will be hosted by Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO. Register through the link below. See you there!
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One month until the Corneal Stem Cell Club, a free online event on 23 September where you can hear from leading corneal ...
24/08/2026

One month until the Corneal Stem Cell Club, a free online event on 23 September where you can hear from leading corneal stem cell research experts and clinicians, including:

🌟 Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO, Director of the Save Sight Institute, Head of the Corneal Research Group at The University of Sydney and Head of the Corneal Unit at Sydney Eye Hospital
🌟Professor Guy Lyons from Centenary Institute, The University of Sydney
🌟Dr Mojdeh Abbasi, Dr Keenan Drever and Hannah Madanowski from the Save Sight Institute

Speakers will present on the following topics:

💡Advances in corneal stem cell research
💡Australian consensus on ocular stem cell therapies
💡Quality of life in patients awaiting corneal stem cell therapies

The webinar will be held on Wednesday 23 September 2026 5:00 – 6:00 PM AEST and will be hosted by Professor Stephanie Watson OAM FARVO. Register through the link below. See you there!
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Researchers from the Macula Research Group have identified a potential new strategy to tackle subretinal fibrosis—a majo...
24/08/2026

Researchers from the Macula Research Group have identified a potential new strategy to tackle subretinal fibrosis—a major cause of irreversible vision loss in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD).

Using mouse models, human retinal tissue and retinal pigment epithelium cells, the group identified an enzyme that helps the body produce collagen, a key component of scar tissue. Blocking this enzyme reduced retinal scarring in laboratory models, including when combined with the commonly used nAMD treatment aflibercept.

While further research is needed, their findings point to a promising new approach that could one day help protect people with nAMD from irreversible vision loss.

Read the paper in the link below! 👇

🚨 STUDY ALERT 🚨Researchers at the School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney are seeking participants for a study ...
21/08/2026

🚨 STUDY ALERT 🚨

Researchers at the School of Medical Sciences, University of Sydney are seeking participants for a study exploring how aromatase inhibitors and newer breast cancer treatments may affect the eye surface and contribute to dry eye disease 👁️ The study aims to improve our understanding of the impact of breast cancer treatments on eye health.

Interested in taking part? See the study flyer for information about eligibility, what participation involves and how to contact the research team.

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