The National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (NAEVR) champions a future where every American has access to exceptional eye and vision care by advocating for robust funding and support for vision research. Through tireless efforts, NAEVR secures federal investments from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the National Eye Institute (NEI), as well as the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other federal agencies. This mission underscores NAEVR’s commitment to ensuring groundbreaking discoveries that enhance vision health nationwide.
Complementing this mission, the Alliance for Eye and Vision Research (AEVR) amplifies the importance of vision science through strategic education and outreach. By engaging with congressional legislators, policymakers, coalition partners, the media, and the public, AEVR highlights the transformative value of eye and vision research. Together, these Alliances work tirelessly to advance innovative treatments, prevent vision loss, and enhance the quality of life for millions.
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of vision impairment and blindness in the U.S.
turn 65 each day, which greatly increases their risk for age-related eye disease.
living in the U.S. have vision and eye problems. That's more than 3 in 5.
percentage increase by 2050.
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