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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · 9d

Three young scientists from the IOR Tübingen earned prestigious #RD2025 Travel Awards to present their retinal research in Prague! Congrats 💪
#RetinitisPigmentosa #AMD
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Prof. Simon J. Clark wins the 2025 Svar Complement Excellence Award at ICW Brisbane

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · 21d

Congrats to @prof-clark.bsky.social for the 2025 #Svar Complement Excellence Award at ICW Brisbane ! This Award is an annual honor for outstanding international contributions to complement science. 💪👏
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This award highlights Simon’s outstanding contributions to complement research

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · 23d

Congrats Simon! This is well deserved!👍👏
#AMD #ophthalmology #complement
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Simon J. Clark @prof-clark.bsky.social · 23d

It’s a huge honor to receive one of this years SVAR Complement Excellence Award 2025! Thank you so much for this recognition of our work studying ECM-driven immunity!
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The 'Limits2Vision' International Research Training Group is offering up to 20 PhD positions.

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Sep 5

We are excited to announce that PhD student positions will be available in Tübingen and Paris, starting on Jan 1 2026. 👉 Deadline for application 5 October 2025!

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We are excited to announce that up to 20 PhD student positions (funded for up to 3.5 years) will be available in Tübingen and Paris, starting on January 1, 2026.

Tübingen and Paris Join Forces for the Future of Eye Research

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Jul 17

🚨 New 🇩🇪🇫🇷 PhD program: #Limits2Vision by IOR Tübingen & IDV Paris🤝 to study energy metabolism in the retina—health & disease💪👏 Launching Jan 2026, funded by @dfg.de with €5M+ & FGU to train future leaders in vision research. 👁️🔬
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The binational graduate program “Limits2Vision” explores how energy metabolism operates in the healthy retina and how it is altered in retinal diseases.

From Lab to Clinic: Retinal Research in Tübingen – Prof. Dr. Marius Ueffing

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Jul 15

From Lab to Clinic: Retinal Research in Tübingen – Prof. Ueffing has been interviewed by Europe’s largest online portal for ophthalmology "Eyefox". German with English subtitles on YouTube.
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Europe’s largest online portal for ophthalmology "Eyefox", interviewed Prof. Marius Ueffing, director of the Institute for Ophthalmic Research Tübingen

Eberhard-Dodt-Award for Sven Schumayer and Anna Nikolaidou at ISCEV 2025

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Jul 1

Double win for the Applied Vision Research Group #ISCEV2025 Sven Schumayer & Anna Nikolaidou got the Eberhard-Dodt-Award for breakthroughs in #neurotech & visual electrophysiology.💪🧠👁️ #VisionScience @carlzeissstiftung.bsky.social @unituebingen.bsky.social @tueneurocampus.bsky.social
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Award-winning vision science: Bridging neurotech and ophthalmology at ISCEV 2025

Molecular networks in photoreceptors – from modeling to therapeutic design

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Jun 12

SAVE THE DATE! Dell´Orco from Verona Uni will give a talk on bottom-up computational models to unravel the complex biology of photoreceptors and its role in developing treatments for cone-rod dystrophies. #Modeling #Therapeutics
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by Daniele Dell´Orco

Non-invasive measuring of biopotentials of the ciliary muscle during accommodation in emmetropes

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Jun 3

Groundbreaking study with a non-invasive way to track ciliary muscle activity during eye focus—paves the way for smart, self-adjusting vision aids for age-related farsightedness. 👁#innovation ✨ @carlzeissstiftung.bsky.social
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This study is part of the larger interdisciplinary project "Maintaining Sharp Vision Even in Old Age"

Eberhart Zrenner in die „Hall of Fame“ der Ophthalmologie aufgenommen

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · May 19

E. Zrenner has been inducted into the Hall of Fame of #Ophthalmology at #DOC2025. Pioneer of retina implant and gene therapies for vision restoration. Laudations by J-A Sahel, M Spitzer & M Ueffing honored his groundbreaking legacy.
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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · May 6

For the #Myopia #IMC 2024, this review serves as historical overview and also springboard for future research, emphasising the complex interplay between genetics, visual experience and environmental factors.
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A landmark review of key discoveries in myopia research

Short summary of 10 key lines of discovery in myopia research, as considered by the authors, and prepared on request by the chair of the International Myopia Conference (IMC) 2024, Professor Weizhong ...

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Apr 15

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Apr 15

Researchers from iMST, Furtwangen University, and the IOR have developed an intraocular ring electrode to record ciliary muscle biopotentials—a step toward restoring natural accommodation in aging eyes.
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Intraocular Ring Electrode Records Neuromuscular Signals of the Ciliary Muscle to Restore Accommodation in Presbyopia

Recording the eye’s intent to focus: This innovation could one day help millions regain near vision lost to aging.

Spotlight on the 19th PRO RETINA Research Colloquium – A Showcase of Excellence in Retinal Research

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Apr 10

The annual conference by #ProRetina, brings together researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates and again demonstrates the power of collaborative research and the importance of patient-oriented science
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Strong Presence from the Institute for Ophthalmic Research, Tübingen

Strengthening European Ties: Institut de la Vision in Paris visits the Institute of Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Apr 4

Strengthening European Ties: Institut de la Vision in Paris visits the IOR in Tübingen. This meeting was the first of its kind between the 2 internationally renowned institutes in vision and ophthalmology.
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This meeting marked the first of its kind between the two institutions.

New gene editing approach shows promise for specific Usher Syndrome a rare cause of hearing and vision loss

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Mar 28

Scientists from the Center of #Ophthalmology in Tübingen with colleagues from the Dept of #Oncology find a new gene editing approach for a specific #UsherSyndrome and for more effective future therapies!
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Scientists and clinicians from the Center of Ophthalmology in Tübingen together with colleagues from the Department of Oncology tried a EDCas9, which emerges as a flexible and powerful editing approac...

Microfabrication Aspects for the Integration of Soft Polymers in Implantable Sensors

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Mar 5

We are very glad to have as next invited speaker for our Ophthalmic Research Symposia at IOR, Simon Binder from IMTEK of the @University of @uni-freiburg.de On 13 March, let's welcome him! 👏👏👏👏
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by Simon Binder

iPSC-derived RPE cells from donors were used to study the combined effects of genetic and environmental AMD risks.

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 17

#AMD is a leading cause of blindness in the elderly, driven by multiple risk factors. In this study, researchers from Tübingen employed RPE cells derived from iPSC generated from donors.
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Dark Mode und Blaufilter: Was diese Features wirklich für unsere Augen am Bildschirm bringen - t3n – digital pioneers

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 12

Ein weiteres lesenswertes Interview mit Prof. Schaeffel vom IOR / FIA. Der Biophysiker aus Tübingen erklärt, was die aktuelle Studienlage zum Einsatz von Dark Mode und Blaufiltern offenbart - und was nicht.

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Einstellungen wie der Dark Mode oder auch Blaufilter sollen unsere Augen entlasten. Was sagt die aktuelle Studienlage dazu – und was nicht?

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How genetic mutations in a protein complex affect cilia, leading to ciliopathies

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 10

Scientists from IOR in Tübingen, Heidelberg University and University College London have systematically investigated 23 mutations in the IFT140 gene to determine their effects on protein function and disease severity.
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A group of scientists from IOR in Tübingen together with colleagues from Heidelberg University, and University College London has systematically investigated 23 genetic mutations in the IFT140 gene.

Frontiers | The AMD-associated genetic polymorphism CFH Y402H confers vulnerability to Hydroquinone-induced stress in iPSC-RPE cells

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 7

The results of this research suggest that cell’s vulnerability to oxidative stress is determined by genetic risk factors within the cells. Data support the idea that RPE cells with high genetic risk are less able to withstand oxidative stress.
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Simon J. Clark @prof-clark.bsky.social · Feb 7

Another Angela Armento study showing iPSC-derived RPE cells with AMD genetic risk are more vulnerable to oxidative stress, highlighting the need for therapies targeting both complement activation and RPE metabolic health.#AMD #complement #RPE

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Introduction: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a degenerative disease of the macula, is caused by an interplay of diverse risk factors (genetic predisposition, age and lifestyle habits). One…

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Myopie: Kurzsichtigkeit als wachsende Herausforderung

Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 4

Prof. Frank Schaeffel vom IOR Tübingen war wieder als Experte gefragt! Hier ein lesenswerter Artikel über die Kurzsichtigkeit als wachsendes Problem.
#Myopie
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Kurzsichtigkeit nimmt stark zu. Über die physiologischen Gründe hierfür und mögliche Behandlungsoptionen berichtete Professor Dr. Frank...

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Institute for Ophthalmic Research in Tübingen @eye-tuebingen.bsky.social · Feb 3

A study conducted by the IOR and Bosch Sensortec GmbH, published in Applied Sciences investigates the perceived brightness and resolution of projected images directly onto retina, offering a unique AR experience without screens.
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Enhancing Augmented Reality: Study Explores Brightness and Resolution in Holographic Retinal Displays

A collaborative Study between the "Applied Vision Research" Lab at the Institute for Ophthalmic Research, University of Tübingen, and Bosch Sensortec GmbH

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TübingenNeuroCampus @tueneurocampus.bsky.social · Jan 24

📢 Great final talk of the semester in our Neurocolloquium on Jan 30 at 4:15pm CET: Chris Bennett from the University of Pennsylvania @upenn.bsky.social will talk about " #Brain macrophage transplantation for research and #therapy development"
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