USC Roski Eye Institute hosts immersion program directed toward undergrads from underrepresented communities
“Eye Care for All” was designed to introduce USC undergraduate students from underrepresented groups to careers in eye care.
How a routine eye exam saved a patient’s life
Anne Crile noticed changes in her vision, but she never imagined those symptoms would lead to the diagnosis of a life-threatening brain tumor.
USC discovery shows long-term viability of stem cell derived retinal implant
Latest invention from Mark Humayun brings hope to sufferers of age-related macular degeneration, a common type of blindness.
Not a dry eye in the house: Treating a common, potentially dangerous eye ailment
Some 17 million adults in the U.S. have dry eye disease. Meet the physicians and researchers at the USC Roski Eye Institute’s Dry Eye Center who are fighting it.
When sudden blindness strikes, this USC ophthalmologist steps in
Through extensive research and cutting-edge clinical techniques, Benjamin Xu develops tools and strategies to help save his patients’ sight.
How a specialty contact lens restored one patient’s sight
Three years ago, Maria Contreras was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease. Now, thanks to Gloria Chiu of the USC Roski Eye Institute, Contreras has her sight — and her life — back.
Computer model fosters potential improvements to the ‘bionic eye’
Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have developed signals that could bring color vision and improved clarity to future retinal prosthetic devices.
6 Keck School of Medicine departments make top 10 in NIH funding nationally
The school’s ophthalmology department is again ranked No. 1 among medical schools in the country.
USC research coalition uses computer models to refine the ‘bionic eye’
The groundbreaking retinal prosthesis developed by Mark Humayun is undergoing major enhancements, thanks to detailed models of the retina created by a universitywide team of scientists.
How minimally invasive glaucoma surgery saved a young student’s eyesight
Narsing Rao, interim dean of the Keck School of Medicine of USC, and glaucoma specialist Brian Song joined forces to successfully treat an uncommon, vision-threatening condition.
From silhouettes to sight: How a keratoprosthesis corrected one patient’s lifelong struggle with vision
Roslymn Caldwell had eye problems since she was born, and was blind throughout adulthood. A consultation with USC ophthalmologist Annie Nguyen changed her life.
Physician-scientists pioneer new surgical approach to treat progressive blindness
Their treatment could potentially become the first FDA-approved treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration.
As the pandemic disrupts education and care, ophthalmology residents adapt on the fly
From implementing the latest COVID-19 responses to incorporating telemedicine, USC’s ophthalmology residents take pride in how they’ve embraced their new normal.
Ask an expert: How the coronavirus affects the eyes
Annie Nguyen of the USC Roski Eye Institute answers frequently asked questions on what the new coronavirus can — and cannot — do to our eyes.
Mark Humayun receives almost $2 million to develop a contact lens that could promote retinal healing
The National Science Foundation has awarded an innovation grant to researchers at the USC Ginsburg Institute and the USC Roski Eye Institute to advance efforts to slow down or reverse retinal degeneration.
Mark Humayun receives $3.7 million to develop treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration
The award — granted by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine — is designed to advance California as a hub of medical breakthroughs.
Stem Cell Therapy Gives Her a Second Chance at Sight
A clinical trial tests engineered stem cells in the fight against macular degeneration, one of the leading causes of blindness.
Single mom keeps her eye on an ophthalmology career
Parshanna Wilson works at USC Village and studies at USC Roski Eye Institute clinics around Los Angeles.
Children’s Eye Cancer Treatment Takes Big Step Forward
Innovative research for retinoblastoma may help children preserve their vision — and avoid risky surgery.
Trojan helps build eye implants for people with retina degeneration
Electrical engineer reveals what to know about triggers — and how the right ones, at the right time, can change everything.
Retinoblastoma study suggests way to diagnose tumor
Research at USC Roski Eye Institute and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles focuses on a liquid biopsy.
USC’s Mark Humayun, Shri Narayanan elected fellows of the National Academy of Inventors
The two researchers are among eight NAI fellows from the university, including President C. L. Max Nikias.
Life may get easier for glaucoma patients taking eye drops
A company named after the Greek god of healing develops an application for timed release of medication.
