Nicola Logan, professor of optometry and physiological optics at the School of Optometry at Aston University, will give a public lecture on the importance of treating myopia in children this evening (11 March) at 6.30pm.
In her lecture, titled ‘Unveiling myopia: changing the paradigm from correction to control’, Professor Logan will explain her research on the nature of myopia, the growing evidence base on strategies to control eye growth in children and translation of these findings to clinical practice.
At Aston University, Professor Logan researches the development, progression and management of myopia. She runs an active myopia research lab and a clinical service in myopia management. Her work includes laboratory experiments and clinical trials of strategies to slow myopia progression in children.
She said: “I have been interested in myopia since I developed it aged 10. It is a lifelong condition with many unanswered questions as to why it develops and progresses. At Aston University, I’ve had the freedom to research in the field of myopia amidst a supportive, collegiate environment.”
Professor Leon Davies, professor of optometry and physiological optics and interim head of the School of Optometry, commented: “As a global expert in myopia and an internationally respected presenter, Professor Logan’s inaugural lecture will fascinate anyone interested in vision, as she explores the innovative approaches clinical researchers are developing to manage myopia now and in the future.”
The lecture will take place in the Susan Cadbury Lecture Theatre at Aston Business School and will be streamed online. Click here to join online.