2019 Eye and Vision Research Grants
Accepting Jan. 7-April 12, 2019
The Eversight Eye and Vision Research Grant Program funds emerging and established investigators for new and pioneering research. Grants range from $10,000–$25,000 and are intended as seed money to develop promising eye and vision research projects.
Voices of vision
Meet the individuals who are making vision a reality as they share their unique experiences with donation, transplantation and research. From donor families and transplant recipients to renowned surgeons and researchers, learn how we are working together to restore sight and prevent blindness in our communities and around the world.
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Study finds donor corneas can be safely preserved for longer period
Efforts from the largest clinical trial in the field of corneal diseases and surgery is... read more
CPTS was a nationwide study with 36 participating clinical sites, including more than 50 corneal surgeons and 23 participating eye banks. Full Story
Jan Phillips is giving back
When Jan Phillips lost her sight, she thought to herself, “What am I missing the... read more
Jan Phillips is enjoying all the sights life has to offer thanks to eye donation and corneal transplantation. She’s so thankful she dedicated her birthday this year to raising money for Eversight and our sight-saving mission. We think that’s pretty incredible! Full Story
Persistence personified
Gerry Bouey wanted a job. As the third child of six in a blue-collar Detroit home,... read more
Gerry Bouey thought he had it all—the big job and the corner office in downtown Detroit. Then Gerry lost his sight, and it felt like everything was snatched away. But a cornea transplant restored Gerry’s vision … and gave him a whole new purpose. Full Story
Everyone has a story
Dr. Wajid Ali Khan hears all the stories. A son wants to donate one of his corneas... read more
Dr. Wajid Ali Khan hears all the stories. A son wants to donate one of his corneas so his father can see again. A mother doesn’t know how she will care for her children if she can’t see. But for every person Dr. Khan treats in Pakistan, thousands more are still in need. Full Story
Leading change
Global Development leaders Collin Ross and Erik Hellier were honored this summer in... read more
Changing the future of research
CLEVELAND — Eversight has launched the Eversight Vision Research Registry &... read more
The key to unlocking cures for vision loss lies in a simple decision—to become an eye donor for research. Full Story