Ophthalmology Research

Research Overview

Penn Ophthalmology is a pioneer in basic and clinical research, leading some of the most advanced ophthalmic research centers and initiatives in the world. The Department is a top recipient of National Eye Institute funding. Nearly all of the department's researchers are also practicing physicians, with specialized clinical knowledge. Last year, Penn Ophthalmology faculty produced 140 publications and had a research impact (H-index) of 117. Members of the Department of Ophthalmology conduct a wide variety of clinical trials. Search for ophthalmology clinical trials here. To learn more about Penn Ophthalmology's most recent advances, check out the news page.

Ophthalmology Labs and Centers

• Center for Advanced Retinal and Ocular Therapeutics (CAROT)
• Center for Preventive Ophthalmology and Biostatistics
• Scheie Image Reading Center
• F.M. Kirby Center for Molecular Ophthalmology
• Ocular Genetics Laboratory
• Applied Ophthalmic Neurobiology Laboratory
• Center for Hereditary Retinal Degenerations
• Neuroprotection Laboratory
• Vivian Simkins Retinal Vascular Research Laboratory
• The Dunaief Lab