OPO - a leading international journal for contemporary research in vision science and optometry
OPO is the research journal of The College of Optometrists. It is read and cited around the world, and helps clinicians and educators stay up to date with the latest research findings on the development, use and restoration of vision.
2025 marks 100 years of OPO. Keep an eye on this page for updates on our centenary celebrations throughout the year.
Celebrating 100 years of OPO
2025 is a landmark year for The College of Optometrists, as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our journal, Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO).
Throughout 2025, we’ll be celebrating this incredible milestone with a series of special blogs and upcoming events, sharing reflections on a century of scientific discovery and looking ahead to the future of vision science.
OPO Centenary Celebration
The College of Optometrists hosted academics from across the UK and internationally at a special symposium to mark 100-years of its research journal Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO) at Glasgow Caledonian University on 31 August 2025.
This event saw academics and optometrists come together for an afternoon of talks by OPO-published authors and editorial board members discussing their work, as well as sharing reflections on the history and future of the journal.
Welcome – ‘OPO: Past, Present and Future’ Professor Mark Rosenfield MCOptom Editor-in-Chief of OPO
Welcome remarks Gillian Rudduck President, The College of Optometrists
‘Why it mattered then: The role of a professional clinical journal in the early development of the optometry profession’ Dr Neil Handley PhD, AMA, FRSA Curator, British Optical Association Museum, The College of Optometrists
‘Spectral composition of light and myopia’ Dr Frank Schaeffel Senior Professor, University of Tübingen
‘Challenges faced by individuals with visual impairment accessing healthcare in the UK’ Professor Christine Dickinson FCOptom Professor of Clinical Optometry, University of Manchester
Part 2
‘Genetic nurture, instrumental variables and myopia’ Professor Jeremy Guggenheim MCOptom Cardiff University
Part 3
‘Redefining Myopia: A Journey from Correction to Control’ Professor Nicola Logan FCOptom Aston University
‘Clinical effectiveness of community optometrist follow-up of patients with quiescent neovascular age-related macular degeneration: the FENETRE study’ Professor John Lawrenson FCOptom City St George’s, University of London
Closing remarks Ian Humphreys CEO, The College of Optometrists
The future of OPO Professor Mark Rosenfield MCOptom Editor-in-Chief of OPO
2025 is a landmark year for the College of Optometrists, as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our journal, Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics (OPO).
In the ever-evolving world of eye care, some research papers stand out as pivotal moments that redefine how optometrists approach vision correction and treatment.
Development of a text message intervention designed to promote safe contact lens wear
Samuels et al 2025
Some contact lens wearers demonstrate poor compliance with hygiene behaviours which increase their risk of corneal infection. Text message interventions for behaviour change can provide support and education in healthcare domains. This study reports on the co-design of a text message intervention to target hygiene compliance, user satisfaction and discontinuation in contact lens wear.
Artificial Intelligence for Age-Related Macular Degeneration Diagnosis in Australia: A Novel Qualitative Interview Study
Ly et al 2025
AI systems for diagnosing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are plentiful, but their widespread implementation is hindered by the complexity of involving multiple diverse stakeholders. This study explores stakeholder experiences, attitudes, enablers, barriers, and future possibilities of adopting AI-driven digital diagnosis for AMD and eyecare in Australia.
Elevated levels of mental health issues among optometrists in the United Kingdom
Retallic et al 2025
A cross-sectional online survey of UK-based optometrists was conducted over a 3-month period during 2024, to assess the mental health and well-being of optometrists and explore associated factors. Higher prevalence of mental health conditions was observed amongst UK-based optometrists than in the general population.
Full College members can access issues of OPO, browse previous articles, and search for a particular topic or keyword on the publisher’s website, Wiley Online Library (WOL).