Global push to recognise threat of toxoplasmosis
One third of the world’s population is infected with the Toxoplasma parasite, which can cause ocular toxoplasmosis, an eye infection that can damage the retina and […]
FHMRI Eye and Vision
Flinders drives new era in glaucoma screening
A major new national health initiative led by Flinders University is set to transform the early detection and prevention of glaucoma, the leading cause of irreversible […]
Genetic discovery in juvenile glaucoma
A major international study led by Flinders University has identified a genetic contributor to juvenile glaucoma. Published today in leading US journal JAMA Ophthalmology, the study […]
World‑first registry data addresses major gaps in rare eye cancer
Eye experts at Flinders University have released new global findings that reveal how a rare eye cancer first appears, offering vital insights that will help doctors […]
Jamie Craig: SA Scientist of the Year
Flinders University has won three awards, including the prestigious 2024 South Australian Scientist of the Year, at the annual State Science Excellence and Innovation Awards. From […]
New insights on childhood glaucoma
Children and adolescents living with glaucoma develop a high level of emotional and social resilience to cope with this rare chronic eye condition, a new Flinders […]
Eyes a haven for Ebola and other viruses
A specific cell within our retina, the light-sensitive part of our eyes responsible for sending visual information to our brain, appears to be particularly good at […]
New light on glaucoma gene discoveries
Globally 78 million people have glaucoma. That is one in every 200 people aged 40, which rises to one in eight by age 80 – and […]