Information and resources for academic researchers, doctors, and other vision professionals, including current and past research studies, methodology overviews, and professional development opportunities.
The Arlene R. Gordon Research Institute »
The Arlene R. Gordon Research Institute is a leader in vision research that improves the quality of life for blind and visually impaired people, and influences methods of rehabilitation in the field.
Current Research Studies
Brain Port
A portable, non-surgical device to help blind people "see" using their tongues.
Second Sight
Testing a bionic eye in an FDA-approved trial for people who are blind or severely vision-impaired due to Retinitis Pigmentosa.
LowBrowse
A new, free software tool that makes it easier for visually impaired people to read webpage text on computers screens.
Reading Rehabilitation
Eye movement training exercises being tested to help people with AMD improve their reading speeds.
The Lighthouse Center for Education »
Offering accreddited professional education courses to all professionals including ophthalmologists, optometrists, occupational therapists, CVRTs and more. Learn more about the Lighthouse Center for Education
Featured Course
Flexible Vision Rehabilitation Assistant Training Course
Flex VRA is a 38 module online mentored course providing training in four essential areas: Rehabilitation teaching, Orientation and Mobility, Low Vision and Team Skills. Learn more about Flex VRA
Electronic Vision Rehabilitation Record (EVRR®) »
Developed at Lighthouse International, the Electronic Vision Rehabilitation Record ® (EVRR®) is a computerized client/patient
data collection system based on best clinical practice and research evidence in vision rehabilitation. Learn more about EVRR.
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