Optical Scientist Develops Trifocal Lens Technology

Optical Scientist Develops Trifocal Lens Technology
The technology is licensed by a global medical company and used by half a million people worldwide, including the inventor himself.
Mikayla Mace
Monday
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An intraocular lens (shown above) offers a solution to cataracts, which cloud vision with aging. However, it doesn't allow recipients to see at all distances. Trifocal intraocular lenses, on the other hand, provide vision at near, far and in-between distances, eliminating some people's need to wear glasses.HealthScience and TechnologyCollege of Medicine - TucsonCollege of Optical SciencesResearcher contact:Jim SchwiegerlingJames C. Wyant College Optical [e-mail] Media contacts:Mikayla MaceUniversity [e-mail] Paul TumarkinTech Launch [e-mail] Wes [e-mail] University of Arizona optical scientist has designed implantable cataract replacement lenses for the eye that allow for mid-range vision and may eliminate the need for glasses or contacts for some people.Jim-Schwiegerling-Profile.jpg
Jim SchwiegerlingThe lenses were developed byJim Schwiegerling, a professor in theDepartment of Ophthalmology and Vision Science in the UArizonaJames C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences.As we age, the proteins that must be precisely structured to create the eye ' s naturally transparent lens begin...

Source: The University of Arizona: Health - April 14, 2020 Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: mikaylamace Source Type: research