The College and Boots Opticians launch funded PhD Scholarship to support the future
The College of Optometrists has partnered with Boots Opticians to launch a new fully funded PhD Scholarship to extend the profession's investment in the next generation of optometry researchers.
"We are excited to be working with Boots Opticians on this new PhD scholarship. This new Scholarship represents an important investment in the future of optometry research and provides an outstanding opportunity for an aspiring researcher to undertake doctoral study with financial support. By inviting applications across all areas of optometry research, we hope to encourage innovative ideas that will strengthen the evidence base for clinical practice and ultimately benefit patients. We look forward to receiving applications from universities across the UK."
Mike Bowen, Director of Knowledge and Research at The College of Optometrists
"As an Optometrist, I'm passionate about supporting the future of our profession and the patients we care for every day. That's why I'm particularly proud that Boots Opticians is partnering with The College of Optometrists to fund this PhD Scholarship. Investing in research is vital to the continued development of optometry, helping to advance knowledge, drive innovation and strengthen the evidence that underpins the high-quality care our patients deserve.
At Boots Opticians, we're committed to supporting the profession beyond today's practice, and we're delighted to be able to provide financial backing for an initiative that will help develop the next generation of researchers. By investing in emerging talent, we hope to contribute to new discoveries, better patient outcomes and a stronger future for eye care. I look forward to seeing the impact the successful research project will have, both for the profession and for the patients who will ultimately benefit from it."
Kyla Black, Director of Optical Practice at Boots Opticians