University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science

University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science

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Helping people see since 1967. A world-renowned centre for optometric education and vision science research, we're home to the Waterloo Eye Institute, Canada's premier centre for optometric patient care and clinical research and education.

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Congratulations to Dr. Lyndon Jones for his publication with colleagues, "Dynamics of an Artificial Tear Film on Contact Lenses in Response to a Moving Force Mimicking Fingertip Application" pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...

pubs.acs.orgDynamics of an Artificial Tear Film on Contact Lenses in Response to a Moving Force Mimicking Fingertip ApplicationGlobally, it is estimated that more than 140 million people wear contact lenses. As a result, users demonstrate varying levels of dexterity and consistency when inserting lenses, often requiring fine adjustments. Moreover, the diverse structure and quality of individuals’ precorneal tear films lead to different tear film responses under various insertion conditions. In this work, we mimic such tear film dynamics using a force probe coupled with reflection interference contrast microscopy. We use an in-house prepared artificial tear film solution that mimics human tear film composition deposited on commercially available soft contact lenses. The probe is used to replicate contact forces that resemble the pressure and motion of a human fingertip during lens insertion. Our findings reveal that contact-induced deformations and resulting film morphologies are sensitive to the volume, i.e., thickness of the tear film: from localized wetting ridges with memory effects for thicker films to traveling deformations with permanent wrinkling for thinner films. In extremely thin films, we observe that film evaporation dominates over contact-driven dynamics, although mobile contact forces can locally reverse rupture spots in the tear film.
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Congratulations to Dr. Vasudevan Lakshminarayanan for his publication with colleagues, "Didactic strategies for conceptual understanding and motivation in university mathematics: a systematic review." www.frontiersin.org/journals/edu...

frontiersin.orgFrontiers | Didactic strategies for conceptual understanding and motivation in university mathematics: a systematic reviewThe conceptual understanding and motivation for learning and teaching math constitute a challenge for didactic research at all levels of education. However, ...
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The world’s first international hub for vision science, the InnoHK Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR), a research collaboration between the University of Waterloo and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has had its funding extended through to 2030. uwaterloo.ca/news/science...

uwaterloo.caInternational vision science collaboration continuing to 2030 | Waterloo NewsThe world’s first international hub for vision science, a research collaboration between the University of Waterloo and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), has had its funding extended throu...

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Canadian Concussion Centre
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Join us for our webinar on November 25, 2025 (6:00-7:00PM EST). In this webinar, Dr. Kristine Dalton will be talking about "Post-Concussion Optometry". This event is free and open to patients, families, caregivers and anyone interested in learning more about concussion. #Concussion #Visiontherapy

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Canadian Association of Optometrists
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Optimiser le champ de pratique de l'optométrie représente une avancée sûre, fondée sur des données probantes, et essentielle pour améliorer l'accès aux soins. Lisez le communiqué de presse de l’ACO : opto.ca/fr/document/...

opto.caOptimiser le champ de pratique de l'optométrie représente une avancée sûre, fondée sur des données probantes, et essentielle pour améliorer l'accès aux soins. | Association canadienne des optométriste...
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The University of Waterloo Senate and the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) have approved curriculum changes that include inserting an additional study term after the winter term of second year. #Optometry @uwaterloo.ca @waterloosci.bsky.social uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vi...

uwaterloo.caCurriculum changes to include additional term | Optometry & Vision Science | University of WaterlooOptometry school curriculum changes will be built into the whole program to better prepare students for the future of the profession
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Congratulations to Dr. Krista Kelly on her publication with colleagues, "Everyday Consequences of Childhood Intermittent Exotropia." www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/...

tandfonline.comEveryday Consequences of Childhood Intermittent ExotropiaTo assess the impact of intermittent exotropia (IXT) on eye-related quality of life (ERQOL), reading speed, motor skills, and self-perception in children.Fifty-one children with basic or pseudo div...
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Congratulations to Drs. Andrew Silva, Melanie Mungalsingh and Ben Thompson on their publication with a colleague, "Improving Peripheral Reading With Noninvasive Transcranial Electrical Stimulation of Early Visual Areas" https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40990861/

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govImproving Peripheral Reading With Noninvasive Transcranial Electrical Stimulation of Early Visual Areas - PubMedNoninvasive brain stimulation may enhance how the brain processes visual input from a diseased eye, complementing standard eye-based treatments of retinal and macular diseases.
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Researchers at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science/Waterloo Eye Institute have developed a new tool, the Waterloo Differential Acuity Test (WatDAT), that helps detect vision problems in children as young as 18 months. uwaterloo.ca/news/media/b...

uwaterloo.caA better vision test for toddlers | Waterloo NewsThe development of a new tool for testing the eyesight of children under three could mean more children receive treatment for vision difficulties earlier, leading to positive effects on learning and d...

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Renison University College
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Today, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we recognize the harm inflicted on Indigenous Peoples by the Canadian residential school system. We encourage you to take time to learn more about the impact that residential schools, and colonization, have on Indigenous communities. #NDTR2025

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With great sadness, we acknowledge the unexpected passing of our friend and colleague Dr. Kostadinka (Dida) Bizheva, a professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy cross-listed at our school. See memories of Dida, including from School faculty members: uwaterloo.ca/science/news...

uwaterloo.caRemembering Professor Kostadinka Bizheva (“Dida”) | Science | University of WaterlooIt is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Kostadinka Bizheva, Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, affectionately known as Dida to her colleagues and friends.
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Dr. Jennifer Hunter develops advanced fluorescence imaging techniques to examine individual cell layers, which could lead to earlier retinal disease detection. Learn more about her groundbreaking research: uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vi... #Optometry #VisionScience @uwaterloo.ca @waterloosci.bsky.social

uwaterloo.caHighlighting cellular changes in the living eye | Optometry & Vision Science | University of WaterlooDr. Jennifer Hunter develops advanced fluorescence imaging techniques to examine individual cell layers, which could lead to earlier retinal disease detection.
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Congratulations to Dr. Kristine Dalton on her publication with colleagues, "The effect of recent concussion history on dynamic visual acuity and balance control in varsity athletes" link.springer.com/article/10.1...

link.springer.comThe effect of recent concussion history on dynamic visual acuity and balance control in varsity athletes - Experimental Brain ResearchAltered visual-cognitive functions and balance control are commonly detected following sport-related concussion (SRC). However, there are no integrated clinical strategies to characterize vision, cogn...

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American Academy of Optometry
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Check out this feature about the Fellowship Candidate Crash Course (FCCC) program from Academy Fellow and Fellowship Engagement Committee Chair, Dr. Camille Cohen. https://www.womeninoptometry.com/promoting-yourself/article/jump-start-on-fellowship/ #Optometry #Fellows #VisionScience #Academy25

womeninoptometry.comCandidates Get a Jump Start on Fellowship  | Women In OptometryA six-week, fast-paced program is designed to help candidates get to their Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry more smoothly.
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Congratulations to Dr. Ben Thompson on his Discovery Grant! Also, congratulations to Dr. Maud Gorbet, a Systems Design Engineering professor cross-appointed to our school, and her co-applicants including Drs. Lyndon Jones and William Ngo, on receiving an RTI Grant! uwaterloo.ca/news/more-32...

uwaterloo.caMore than $32 million awarded to advance University of Waterloo research | Waterloo NewsFor 17 consecutive years, the University of Waterloo has been recognized as Canada's top comprehensive research university — driven by a bold, multi-disciplinary approach and strong industry partnersh...
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Dr. Stanley Woo has received the Canadian Association of Optometrists President's Award in recognition of his role in strengthening collaboration between the School and professional associations. uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vi... #Optometry @uwaterloo.ca @waterloosci.bsky.social

uwaterloo.caCAO President’s Award for former director | Optometry & Vision Science | University of WaterlooDr. Stanley Woo received the Canadian Association of Optometrists President's Award in recognition of his role in strengthening collaboration between the School and professional associations.
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Congrats to Dr. Kristine Dalton on her publication with colleagues, "TRANSCENDENT (Transforming Research by Assessing Neuroinformatics across the Spectrum of Concussion by Embedding iNterdisciplinary Data-collection to Enable Novel Treatments)" pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40262965/

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govTRANSCENDENT (Transforming Research by Assessing Neuroinformatics across the Spectrum of Concussion by Embedding iNterdisciplinary Data-collection to Enable Novel Treatments): protocol for a prospecti...This study was approved by the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Research Ethics Board and preregistered on OSF (25 June 2024); https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/HYDZC. Dissemination of findings wi...
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Congratulations to Dr. William Ngo on his publication with colleagues, "Efficacy of a new nanoemulsion artificial tear in dry eye disease management: Study protocol for a prospective cohort study" Read here: journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...

journals.plos.orgEfficacy of a new nanoemulsion artificial tear in dry eye disease management: Study protocol for a prospective cohort studyBackground Dry eye disease (DED) is a complex ocular disorder with a significant prevalence worldwide, especially in the Asian population. This study aimed to investigate changes in dry eye symptoms a...
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Sophia Detillieux, founder of UWaterloo Queer Eye, is fostering acceptance and awareness for LGBTQ+ individuals at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry and Vision Science. Read more about her remarkable initiative here: uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vi... #UWaterlooQueerEye #Optometry #Pride

uwaterloo.caThe student behind UWaterloo Queer Eye | Optometry & Vision Science | University of WaterlooSophia Detillieux decided to lead an initiative of acceptance and awareness at the School of Optometry and Vision Science
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It’s Myopia Awareness Week! Dr. Debbie Jones shares info about the diagnosis and treatment of myopia, and the evolving world of myopia control. Learn more about it below: uwaterloo.ca/optometry-vi...

uwaterloo.caWhat you should know about: Myopia | Optometry & Vision Science | University of WaterlooMyopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness, can be controlled in children. Dr. Debbie Jones explains how.