CENTRE FOR EYE RESEARCH AUSTRALIA

The Centre for Eye Research Australia (CERA) brings together a body of dedicated medical researchers. Our aim is to improve the living conditions and lifestyles of thousands of people both in Australia and abroad who are now, or may in the future, be affected by vision impairment. It is also affiliated with the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Melbourne.

The elimination of vision loss and blindness in our community.

To become the pre-eminent centre for eye research in Australia, renowned for our work in the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of eye disease, vision loss and blindness, through our research and teaching.

• Identify major factors leading to vision impairment.
• Develop early detection of potential vision impairment.
• Develop intervention strategies.
• Develop models of optimum care.

• Develop and promote preventative behaviours through community awareness to reduce the incidence and severity of eye disease.
• Develop and promote screening activities for treatable eye diseases and other causes of vision loss.
• Develop and promote models of best practice in the management of eye disease.

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