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Experience the solar eclipse with proper eye protectionAug 9, 2017

Dr. Christina Weng says when viewing the solar eclipse, it is important to wear proper eye protection to prevent damage to the eye, especially the retina.

Signs your child may need glasses Jul 27, 2017

Dr. Christina Weng says noticing signs of vision loss is especially significant in young children.

Preventing eye fatigue on long road trips Jul 12, 2017

Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb gives insight on ways to prevent eye fatigue and get safely through road trips.

Sunglasses with UVAB protection key to eye careMay 24, 2017

Dr. Sumitra Khandelwal says wearing sunglasses is the best way to protect the eyes from strong UV rays, and the bigger, the better.

Grant will support new therapy for inflammatory eye diseaseMar 16, 2017

Dr. Robert Britton, professor of molecular virology and microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine, was awarded the Stein Innovation Award from the Research to Prevent Blindness organization.

Mutations in CWC27 result in spectrum of conditionsMar 9, 2017

Researchers has discovered that mutations in the human gene CWC27 result in a spectrum of clinical conditions that include retinal degeneration and problems with craniofacial and skeletal development.

Algorithm gives insight into auditory/visual illusionFeb 16, 2017

Neuroscience researchers have created an algorithm to reveal key insight into why the brain can sometimes muddle up one of the most fundamental aspects of the human experience.

New treatment options will bring tears to your eyesFeb 2, 2017

New specialized treatments available at the Alkek Eye Center in the Cullen Eye Institute at Baylor College of Medicine are helping patients with dry eyes see clearly again.

Don’t let studying strain your eyesAug 16, 2016

Studying on laptops or tablets can cause strain on the eyes. Eye expert Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb explains how to avoid 'computer vision syndrome.'

Visual pigment rhodopsin forms two-molecule complexes in vivoJul 25, 2016

Researchers have determined the most likely configuration of rhodopsin in a living organism, a discovery which may help develop future therapies a degenerative eye disease.

Expert says swimming with contact lenses can lead to complications Jul 11, 2016

Avoid eye irritation and infections, avoid swimming with your contacts on this summer.

Baylor recognizes excellence among cliniciansJun 16, 2016

A select group of Baylor College of Medicine faculty members were recognized for excellence in patient care at the Master Clinician and Rising Star Clinician Awards ceremony.

New study underway using laser technology to help improve precision in cataract surgery Jun 9, 2016

A new study in the Alkek Eye Center is under way to compare the effectiveness of two methods in reducing astigmatism during cataract surgery.

Grant will allow for further study of pediatric blinding diseaseJun 7, 2016

Dr. Nduka Enemchukwu has been awarded a $65,000grant from the Knights Templar Eye Foundation to support his research on blinding disease in children.

Exome sequencing helps identify cataract gene in members of religious sectJan 14, 2016

Link between a type of cataract and sudden cardiac death may have been found thanks to exome sequencing.

Nanowafer technology more effective than topical eye dropsFeb 4, 2015

Researchers at Baylor have developed a nanowafer drug delivery system that is placed on the surface of the eye that contains arrays of drug-loaded nanoreservoirs.

McPherson awarded ophthalmology's prestigious Gonin MedalMar 4, 2014

Dr. Alice McPherson, a professor of ophthalmology and founder of the Retina Research Foundation, has been selected for the oldest and most prestigious medal in ophthalmology, the Gonin Medal.  

Disease gene finding solves international medical mysteryJan 23, 2014

Combined, international effort helps Baylor doctors identify woman's illness.