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Alliances Celebrate Success of 2024 Emerging Vision Scientist Program
Washington, D.C. – The National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (NAEVR) and Alliance for Eye and Vision Research are proud to announce the incredible success of the 2024 Emerging Vision Scientist Program, which brought together 34 of the brightest early-career vision scientists from across the country. Through this program, participants gained invaluable experience in […]
Vision Community Unites in Official Letter to Congress Opposing NEI Consolidation Proposal
Vision Stakeholders Urge Congress to Maintain the Independence of the National Eye Institute to Preserve Critical Advancements in Vision Research NAEVR/AEVR, along with leaders within the vision community have come together in a formal letter to Congress, expressing significant concern over a recent House proposal to consolidate the National Eye Institute (NEI) into a […]
NIH Reform Proposal and House Appropriations Bill
The National Institutes of Health (NIH). In June, the House Energy and Commerce Committee (E&C) released a reform proposal that includes a major restructuring of NIH. The proposal suggests consolidating the National Eye Institute (NEI) into a new, broader “Institute on Neuroscience and Brain Research,” which would merge NEI with the National Institute of Dental […]
10th Annual AEVR Emerging Vision Scientist Program Selects Largest Cohort Yet
Press release 34 Vision Research Experts to Advocate for Federal Investment in Vision Science Washington, D.C., July 31, 2024 – The Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (AEVR) is thrilled to announce the selection of candidates for the 10th Annual Emerging Vision Scientist Program. This year’s program is the largest of its kind to date, […]
NAEVR’s Stance to the House NIH Reform Report
In June, the House Energy and Commerce (E&C) Committee published a report proposing reforms to the NIH, including consolidating its institutes. NAEVR opposes these consolidations due to potential impacts on funding stability for eye and vision research. The proposal suggests integrating the NEI into a broader Neurological Science and Brain Institute, which could dilute resources […]
Congressional Briefing Highlights Impact of Research Funding on Retinitis Pigmentosa and Stargardt Disease
In a remarkable show of unity and commitment to eye health, the Alliance for Eye and VisionResearch (AEVR) hosted a highly successful congressional briefing focused on two impactful butlesser-known eye diseases: retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and Stargardt disease. Held at the Capitol,the event brought together policymakers, researchers, patient advocates, and members of thevision health community to […]
