Research

College research projects help to build a scientific evidence base that informs and influences College and national policies.

“The Undergraduate Research Scholarship has had a profound impact on my academic and professional development. It has equipped me with essential skills in interdisciplinary collaboration, script writing, and experiment design.”

“This scholarship has not only enhanced my confidence in research but has also opened my eyes to the possibilities of contributing to the field.”

Ifeoluwa Adeleke, Undergraduate Research Scholarship recipient

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The College of Optometrists has announced its programme of financial support for undergraduate students, postgraduate students and members engaging in research projects in the 2025-2026 academic year is open for applications.

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Chris Steele FCOptom, new Clinical Editor of Acuity, on change as a positive factor

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The College of Optometrists’ research journal, OPO, has been the world’s top ranked optometry since 2014.

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The College of Optometrists has announced its programme of financial support for undergraduate students, postgraduate students and members engaging in research projects in the 2025-2026 academic year is open for applications.

The College of Optometrists has announced a new undergraduate research grant, the Angela Bishop Undergraduate Research Scholarships for Paediatric Optometry and Binocular Vision.

This report details how the College's research awards, support and collaboration have impacted on knowledge, practice, and defining the profession over the last 40 years.

The event celebrated the past, present and future of Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO).

Chris Steele FCOptom, new Clinical Editor of Acuity, on change as a positive factor

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