Alliances Celebrate Success of 2024 Emerging Vision Scientist Program
Empowering the Next Generation of Vision Science Advocates 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. […]
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
35 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, with 35 […]
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 […]
Legislative Update FY24: Advocating for Vision Research Funding
Last week marked Chairman Tom Cole's (R-OK) first full week as Chair of the House Appropriations Committee after Chair Kay Granger (R-TX) unexpectedly stepped down. Since assuming the chairmanship, he has already restructured several Appropriations subcommittees (with more changes expected) and commenced work on the FY25 funding process. Chairman Cole has been a long-time supporter […]
NAEVR Spring 2024 Contributor Report
Congress Passes FY24 Appropriations Bills with Level Funding for NEI and DOD VRP
Last week, Congress passed, and the President signed the final appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) funding, providing level funding for critical vision research programs, including the National Eye Institute (NEI) and the Department of Defense's (DOD) Vision Research Program (VRP) within the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP). Commenting on the FY24 appropriations, […]
Alliances Announce New Boards of Directors Leadership
We’re pleased to announce the 2024 Boards of Directors for NAEVR and AEVR. Steven Feldon, MD, MBA, was named as the President of the Boards for NAEVR and AEVR and is entering his eighth year on the Boards of Directors for the Alliances. He has served as the representative on the Board for the Association […]
Congress Passes Third Fiscal Year 2024 Continuing Resolution
On January 18, the Senate passed a Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Continuing Resolution (CR) that keeps the government funded through early March, with the hope that Congress can finalize FY2024 funding by that date. The House of Representatives passed the legislation later that same day, and President Biden was expected to sign the bill before the […]
