2024 End of Year Message from our Board of Directors President
NEWS President’s Message Dear Friends and Supporters of Vision Research, As we look back on 2024, I am incredibly proud of the pivotal work achieved by the National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (NAEVR) and the Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (AEVR), in collaboration with ourvalued partners. Together, we have championed vision research, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]