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CORE Shares Myopia, Dry Eye, Contact Lens Comfort, and Foundational Research at BCLA Conference

June 5, 2023

Insights Span 11 Lectures, Paper Presentations, and Scientific Posters WATERLOO, Ontario, June 5, 2023—A team of researchers and educators from the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) will present multiple insights this coming week at the 2023 BCLA Clinical Conference. Spanning 11 lectures, paper presentations, and scientific posters, their findings and guidance will include … Read More “CORE Shares Myopia, Dry Eye, Contact Lens Comfort, and Foundational Research at BCLA Conference”
CORE Offers Clinical Insights on Biometry in Myopia Management

May 1, 2023

Issue 71 of Contact Lens Update Now Available WATERLOO, ONTARIO, May 1, 2023—Addressing the rapidly-evolving importance of biometry in myopia management, the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has dedicated Issue 71 of Contact Lens Update to the topic. Four international experts offer timely, clinically-relevant perspectives that eye care professionals can employ in their practices … Read More “CORE Offers Clinical Insights on Biometry in Myopia Management”
CORE Receives 2023 OAO Public Education Award

April 26, 2023

WATERLOO, ONTARIO, April 25, 2023—The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has received the Public Education Award from the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO), which honors members for outstanding contributions in public education and awareness campaigns and activities. CORE was specifically recognized for promoting eye health and safety, including providing scientifically-sound information to consumers … Read More “CORE Receives 2023 OAO Public Education Award”
CORE Demonstrates Advanced 3D Printing for Ocular Research at ARVO 2023

April 18, 2023

Latest Innovations Offer Widespread Applications for Development of Drug Delivery Systems, Biodegradable Contact Lenses, and Pharmaceuticals WATERLOO, Ontario, April 18, 2023—Scientists from the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) are poised to unveil multiple advancements in 3D printing next week during the ARVO 2023 Annual Meeting in New Orleans. These innovations have widespread applications, … Read More “CORE Demonstrates Advanced 3D Printing for Ocular Research at ARVO 2023”
CORE Publishes Guidance on Dry Eye Disease Treatment Procedures

March 8, 2023

WATERLOO, ONTARIO, March 8, 2023—Adding context to recent technological advances to combat dry eye disease, the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has published a series of clinically-relevant perspectives from four international experts via Issue 70 of Contact Lens Update. The authors examine several in-office procedures, as well as a clinical case report that demonstrates … Read More “CORE Publishes Guidance on Dry Eye Disease Treatment Procedures”
CORE Biosciences Group Uses Radiolabeled Proteins to Study RGP Contact Lens Deposition

February 13, 2023

Novel Investigation Method Overcomes Traditional Limitations, Shows Minimal Protein Impact and High Efficacy of Cleaning Solutions WATERLOO, Ontario, February 13, 2023—Scientists at the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) have applied a novel method to answer a long-held question: how much protein is really deposited on rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses? Historically, RGP … Read More “CORE Biosciences Group Uses Radiolabeled Proteins to Study RGP Contact Lens Deposition”
CORE Names Its “Top 10 of 2022” Scientific Papers

January 16, 2023

Topics Span Drug Delivery, Dry Eye, Microbiology, Myopia Control, MGD and More WATERLOO, Ontario, January 16, 2023—Ahead of the first global eye care conference of the year, the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has announced its “Top 10 of 2022” publications list, designating works of significant value to clinicians, researchers, educators, and manufacturers. … Read More “CORE Names Its “Top 10 of 2022” Scientific Papers”
CORE Publishes Guidance to Increase Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting Success, Visual Performance, and Patient Satisfaction

January 4, 2023

Issue 69 of Contact Lens Update Now Available WATERLOO, ONTARIO, January 4, 2023—Aiming to further accelerate the growth of multifocal contact lens prescribing, the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has published guidance from three experts to help eye care professionals embrace the trend. Issue 69 of Contact Lens Update is dedicated to evidence-based perspectives … Read More “CORE Publishes Guidance to Increase Multifocal Contact Lens Fitting Success, Visual Performance, and Patient Satisfaction”
The Artificial Tears Issue: New Contact Lens Update Now Available

November 21, 2022

WATERLOO, Ontario, Nov 21, 2022—The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has published Issue 68 of Contact Lens Update, which focuses on the most recent evidence and best practices in the use of artificial tears. The latest edition and all past issues are available for free at ContactLensUpdate.com. “When it comes to artificial tears, practitioners … Read More “The Artificial Tears Issue: New Contact Lens Update Now Available”
Childhood Myopia Epidemic Explained in New Podcast

November 15, 2022

CORE Clinical Scientist & Myopia Expert Dr. Debbie Jones Describes How the Global Issue is Affecting Canadian Families—and What Can be Done About It. WATERLOO, ONTARIO, November 15, 2022—A new podcast designed for non-medical listeners explains the reasons behind the global childhood myopia epidemic and what that means for Canadian families. Featuring Dr. Debbie Jones, … Read More “Childhood Myopia Epidemic Explained in New Podcast”