McPherson Eye Research Institute

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McPherson Eye Research Institute

A unique multi-disciplinary vision science research center encompassing vision research, visual sciences, visual arts, and the humanities.

06/23/2026

Thank you to our 14th Annual Alice McPherson guest lecturer, Aaron Y. Lee MD MSCI (Arthur W. Stickle Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, WashU, St. Louis)! Dr. Lee's lecture, titled "Deep Learning Applications in Ophthalmology," can now be watched on our website here: https://vision.wisc.edu/resources/videos-of-lectures/

Aaron Lee

06/22/2026

Congratulations to this year's StoryForm Summer Science Communications Course Award winners: Susannah Cox (Mentor: Bill Limpisathian), Madison Dillerud (Mentor: Tim Gomez), Niksa Poleksic (Mentor: Ari Rosenberg), and Andrew Schultz (Mentor: Raunak Sinha). The winners will have their tuition for the 2026 StoryForm course completely covered.

06/18/2026

Early bird registration for 12KxBINA 2026 closes June 22nd! I2KxBINA combines scientific talks with hands-on workshops where participants can directly engage with the latest imaging technologies, software platforms, and analytical tools. Workshops to be held 9/28-10/2 at the Discovery Building in Madison, WI. Register today through the link: https://www.bioimagingnorthamerica.org/events/i2kxbina2026/

06/17/2026

Tomorrow: Join us for "Inside Out - Art of Medical Illustration", a fascinating exhibition of medical illustrations that showcases a wide range of artistic techniques. From detailed historical renderings to contemporary approaches, the works on view highlight the intersection of art, science, and visual storytelling.

The exhibition will be on view from June 18 through September 30, 2026. Celebrate the opening with us at a reception on June 18 from 4:30–6:30 p.m., where free Babcock Ice Cream will be served. Special thanks to the following campus partners: , , , SMPH Media Solutions.

Further details for the event here: https://vision.wisc.edu/vision-gallery/

06/12/2026

Applications due next week for the Storyform Summer Science Communications Course Opportunity! Up to 6 MERI-sponsored trainees or PhD Staff Scientists/Researchers will get to take this course for free. The deadline to apply for MERI sponsorship is June 19th, 2026. This year's course runs from July 8th - August 12th on Zoom, with classes occurring every Wednesday from 1-4 PM. Apply Here: https://vision.wisc.edu/funding_opportunities/storyform-science-communication-course/

06/11/2026

Reminder: Join us for "Inside Out - Art of Medical Illustration", a fascinating exhibition of medical illustrations that showcase a wide range of artistic techniques. From detailed historical renderings to contemporary approaches, the works on view highlight the intersection of art, science, and visual storytelling.

The exhibition will be on view from June 18 through September 30, 2026. Celebrate the opening with us at a reception on June 18 from 4:30–6:30 p.m., where free Babcock Ice Cream will be served.

Further details for the event here: https://vision.wisc.edu/vision-gallery/

05/29/2026

Join us Sept. 27-Oct. 2 for 12KxBINA 2026: Cultivating the Multiscale Imaging Frontier! Attendees will have the opportunity to learn new techniques, troubleshoot challenges in real time, and connect with experts from both academia and industry. Now accepting poster submissions! Register here: https://www.bioimagingnorthamerica.org/events/i2kxbina2026/

05/27/2026

Tomorrow is our 14th Annual McPherson Lecture! Join us in the HSLC at 4pm for a lecture from Dr. Aaron Lee titled "Deep Learning Applications in Ophthalmology". There will also be a catered reception in the HSLC before the lecture. All are welcome to attend!

05/22/2026

Only 4 weeks left to apply for the Storyform Summer Science Communications Course Opportunity! Up to 6 MERI-sponsored trainees will get to take this course for free. The deadline to apply for MERI sponsorship is June 19th, 2026. This year's course runs from July 8th - August 12th on Zoom, with classes occurring every Wednesday from 1-4 PM. Apply Here: https://vision.wisc.edu/funding_opportunities/storyform-science-communication-course/

05/21/2026

Join us NEXT WEEK for the 14th Annual McPherson Lecture! The lecture will be held in the HSLC on March 28th at 4 pm and will feature guest lecturer Dr. Aaron Lee. Prior to the lecture, there will be a catered reception in the HSLC Atrium. Attendance is free and all are welcome to attend!

Address

9431 WIMR, 1111 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI
53705

Telephone

+16082654023

Website

http://vision.wisc.edu/

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