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

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The UK had been excluded from the scheme due to dispute over the Northern Ireland Protocol.

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Acuity spoke to College members Amy Hughes MCOptom and Ian Jarvis MCOptom about their experiences of research.

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Optometry in Practice (OiP), the College’s quarterly CPD journal, covers the latest research, analysis and opinion from your profession, and provides up to 4 CPD points.

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

Research

Denise Voon MCOptom, Clinical Adviser for the College, on responding to patients and colleagues with compassionate leadership.

The use of evidence-based optometry Is encouraged, but research can be hard to decipher. We break down some commonly used terms.

The prestigious research award recognised his lifetime's contribution to the field of optometry.

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By taking part in this survey, you will help the College gather evidence to support the future needs of the optometry profession.

A message from Leon Davies, College President - Spring 2023.

The clinical figures that count - Spring 2023

Eye health issues that are making the news - Spring 2023.