Explore every episode of the podcast Eyes On Research
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| Eyes On Research Guide To: Eye Colour | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:15:09 | |
Ah, eye colour! One of the most asked questions I get reside in this very topic. In this episode, our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will try to clear some misconceptions and provide some guidance on how eye colour actually works. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Eyes On Research Guide To: Cataract Surgery | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:25:15 | |
How does cataract surgery work is a commonly asked question in any eye clinic around the world. In the second episode of our Eyes On Research Guide To series, our host, Thales Guimaraes, will go through what cataract surgery involves, the risks and aims, as well as the main types of intraocular lenses available. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Eyes On Research Guide To: Guide Dogs | 07 Aug 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
In the first episode of our series we are discussing all about guide dogs. This is to serve as a guide to both guide dog owners, but more so to people who are out and about and spot that gorgeous working dog doing it’s job. Can I talk to it? Can I pet it? What should I not do? In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| New series! Eyes On Research Guide To | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:00:57 | |
From next week, and throughout the whole of August and September, we have a new series lined up: Eyes On Research Guide To. Eight episodes are lined up for these next two months. This will be an opportunity to tackle and raise awareness of some of the most commonly asked questions and misconceptions we get. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Contact Lenses: Pros and Cons | 24 Jul 2024 | 00:16:31 | |
Some people swear by contact lenses, while others dread even the thought of having to put their fingers remotely close to the eyes. In this episode, we are discussing the pros and cons of using contact lenses, and the best practices for users. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Nutrition in Age-Related Macular Degeneration | 17 Jul 2024 | 00:20:07 | |
Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of irreversible loss of vision in adults over 50 years old. Treatment options are scarce and mainly preventive in nature, with a lot of emphasis put in nutrition and lifestyle modifications. What does the evidence have to say about the best nutritional practices and supplements in this disease? In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Evolution of the Eyes | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:16:36 | |
Our eyes are a sophisticated optic system, but it did not start like that. How did it evolve into this very effective structure? Join our host, Thales Guimaraes, who will walk us through the incredible evolutionary tale of the eyes. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Computer Vision Syndrome | 03 Jul 2024 | 00:15:04 | |
Headaches, itchy and painful red eyes, blurry vision and even pain in your neck and shoulders when using your computers and digital devices? Well, buckle up and listen to this episode as you may have computer vision syndrome (aka digital eye strain). In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Floaters and Other Visual Disturbances | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:16:05 | |
Do you have those pesky blobs and spots in your vision? Or do you see some shimmering lights before your migraines? In this episode, we will be discussing all about floaters and other types of visual disturbances. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Smoking and Our Eyes | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:19:03 | |
Unless you’ve been living in isolation for a few years, you will have heard that cigarettes have been associated with many diseases in the body. But can it cause any harm to the eyes as well? In this episode, our host will discuss what the data has to say about the possible harmful effects of smoking in your visual health. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Colour Vision Deficiency | 12 Jun 2024 | 00:16:11 | |
Are you or do you know anyone who is colourblind? It is indeed quite common, with prevalences as high as 8% in some ethnicities. Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, as he walks us through how the colour machinery works in the eye, as well as the types of colour blindness and how it is inherited. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Can Caffeine Damage My Eyes? | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:19:08 | |
If you are like me, you love a good ol’ double espresso early in the morning. But can coffee consumption cause any damage in our eyes and vision? In this episode, we will be talking about the pharmacological effects of caffeine in the body and its associations with diseases in the eye. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Refractive Errors: Why Do I Need Glasses? | 29 May 2024 | 00:18:50 | |
Do you need to wear glasses or contact lenses, and never knew what was going on exactly? Well, look no further! Our host, Dr. Thales Guimaraes, is walking us through what these very common types of problems are, who is at risk, and how it is currently managed. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Stargardt Disease: Concepts and Treatment Avenues | 22 May 2024 | 00:23:20 | |
In this episode, we will be talking about Stargardt disease, one of the most common forms of inherited retinal disease. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk about basic concepts, the main symptoms reported by patients, and the main avenues of treatment. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Keratoconus: Causes and Treatments | 15 May 2024 | 00:20:48 | |
Have you heard of Keratoconus? Join us as our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, walks us through what it is, its causes and available treatments. Spoiler alert: do not rub your eyes! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Stem Cell Treatments for Retinal Disease | 01 May 2024 | 00:24:33 | |
You may have heard many times about the promises of stem cell-based treatments. But where exactly do we stand research-wise, and are we ready to treat retinal degenerations with stem cell? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will answer this question while providing a summary of the advances to date. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Myopia: A Global Epidemic | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:13:50 | |
Myopia, a.k.a. short-sightedness is a common type of refractive error. But did you know that, in some countries, 8 out of every 10 individuals are short-sighted? And worse – it is estimated that 50% of the worldwide population will have shortsightedness by 2050! Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, going through all the scientific evidence available to explain why the prevalence of myopia has skyrocketed! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Age-related Macular Degeneration | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:22:40 | |
We are back with the right foot! In this episode, we will discuss the most common cause of visual loss in adults above 50 years of age, a complex disease called age-related macular degeneration. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will also be talking about the forms of the disease, new approved treatments and what the future holds. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Achromatopsia | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:16:06 | |
Have you heard of the story of the Pingelap island, a.k.a. The Island of the Colourblind? In this episode, we will be talking about an extreme form of inherited colourblindness called achromatopsia. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will also be discussing where we stand in terms of treatments. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Are Your Eyes Dry? | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:11:42 | |
I know, we have all been there at a certain point. This gritty sensation of dry eyes is more than just a nuisance. Join our host today, Dr Thales Guimaraes, to learn a bit of Dry Eye Syndrome, what it is and why it happens, how to prevent and what the future holds. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Neuroprostheses for Blindness | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:12:23 | |
Following up from our last episode on Smart Contact Lenses, we will now be talking about these devices which aim to electrically activate neurons and return vision to blind individuals. Listen to learn how it works, its limitations and where we currently stand in this promising field. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Smart Contact Lenses: Revolutionising Vision | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:17:17 | |
In this episode, we are delving into the world of smart contact lenses - the innovation that's not just about better vision, but also transforming healthcare and augmented reality (AR). Discover how these lenses adapt to changing conditions, monitor your health, and open up exciting AR experiences. While we are in this topic, we will also address the real challenges. The future of vision enhancement is right before your eyes! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| High Altitude Retinopathy | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:14:50 | |
Have you heard of high altitude retinopathy? It is part of a spectrum of features that can happen when an individual is exposed to high altitude environments. Learn what this is and how it happens, how to prevent and treat this condition. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Can the Sun Damage Our Eyes? | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:15:06 | |
Calling all eclipse gazers! We have all heard about the damage that Sunlight and prolonged Sun exposure can cause to our eyes, but is that true? Yes, it certainly is! What kind of damage are we talking about? Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, who will talk us through all forms of ocular damage associated with UV rays and how to avoid them, including the proper protection to safely gaze at a Solar eclipse! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Gene Therapy: Concepts, Pitfalls and Future | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:22:09 | |
It is safe to say that we live in the era of genetics. Amongst the most promising avenue of new treatments are the gene therapies, to which we have recently seen an explosion in the number of clinical trials using this technology. But do you know what this is and how it is used? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk us through basic concepts, the difficulties and the future of gene therapy. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Phases of Clinical Trials and Drug Development | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:18:12 | |
There has been an explosion of clinical trials testing new drugs for diseases in the eye. But do you know how long the drug development process is and what this journey entails? Also, did you know that there are different phases of clinical trials? Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will walk us through this topic. You don’t want to miss this one! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Usher Syndrome | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:14:10 | |
Usher syndrome is the leading cause of inherited dual sensory impairment in children — that is, combined vision and hearing loss. Our host, Thales, will be talking about what the syndrome is, its subtypes and where we stand in terms of active clinical trials. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Cone or Cone-Rod Dystrophy? | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:21:48 | |
But is it a cone or cone-rod dystrophy? A question we get asked by a considerable amount of patients affected by inherited retinal dystrophies. Unsurprisingly, it is a question that many doctors struggle to answer with certainty because the features of those diseases frequently overlap. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Unsung Heroes: Charities and Family Support Groups | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:30:02 | |
Do you know the purpose of family support groups and charities, particularly in the context of rare diseases? Believe it or not, their role tends to be poorly recognised. In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Blue Light Filtering Lenses: A Myth? | 06 Sep 2023 | 00:09:15 | |
Have you heard of blue light filtering lenses, or in short, blue blocking lenses? These are used in prescription glasses and intraocular lenses inserted into the eye typically after cataract surgery. They are marketed as a way to offer protection to the retina, improve sleeping patterns and reduce eye strain. But what does research really tell us? In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Genetics of Eye Color | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:11:16 | |
What is the color of your eyes? Don’t be surprised if you ask this question to 10 people and get 10 different answers! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Adaptive Optics in Ophthalmology | 19 Aug 2023 | 00:11:48 | |
From seeing distant stars, to individuals photoreceptor cells in the human retina, adaptive optics revolutionized the field of optics. In this episode, Angelos Kalitzeos, technical lead of the Adaptive Optics lab at University College London, walks us through the cutting-edge uses of this technology that is so frequently used in astrophysics. Calling all space nerds! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||
| Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology | 19 Aug 2023 | 00:16:47 | |
From Google machine learning all the way to John Connor, artificial intelligence is hitting headlines daily. In this episode, Thales and Dr Nikolas Pontikos, principal investigator of the Eye2Gene study, discuss the role of artificial intelligence in ophthalmology. What a promising field! In these episodes, we try and digest the latest advances in ophthalmology and ocular research using simple terms. If you like what we do, consider checking our support page and newsletter linked above. We have articles on themes that did not go on to become a full episode, so make sure you subscribe. It's 100% free, although you do get the option to donate too or even become a member of our community, which will give you access to very cool exclusive perks. | |||