A Serious Blog
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A step closer to eye drops for AMD
November 19, 2018Last year, a team from the University of Birmingham invented a method of delivering macular degeneration drugs which are currently injected into the eyeball as eye drops.Read more… -
“Longer life for women after cataract surgery” theory fatally flawed
November 08, 2018In an interesting passage of events, a major paper submitted to JAMA Ophthalmology last year has been retracted by the authors.Read more… -
Research suggests the eye could give an insight into Alzheimer’s
November 07, 2018Research published in the Journal of Ophthalmic Research suggests for the first time that retinal imaging could be used to monitor Alzheimer’s Disease (AD).Read more… -
Light, sight and posture
October 25, 2018Were you aware that there is a relationship between your posture and your eyesight? And that adding a light source into the equation adds a new level of complexity?Read more… -
Scientific proof that the colour of your walls affects your mood
October 18, 2018An Australian study has revealed a fascinating correlation between the colour you paint your room and your mood.Read more… -
European Commission backs calls for an end to Daylight Saving Time
October 16, 2018The European Commission Proposes Ending Daylight Saving Time, Following A Consultation Showing Overwhelming Public Support.Read more… -
Scientists says a longer education is bad for your eyesight
October 08, 2018A recent study published by The BMJ claims that spending more years in full time education is associated with a greater risk of developing short-sightedness (myopia).Read more… -
Cheltenham Literature Festival Starts this Friday
October 01, 2018This Friday 5th October marks the start of The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival. Running until 14th October, the festival is now in its 69th edition, and promises to be as mentally stimulating as ever.Read more… -
How E.coli could lead to cheaper solar energy
September 12, 2018Scientists at the University of British Columbia (UBC) experimenting in the field of biogenics have created a solar panel using the bacteria E.coli which is twice as efficient at storing energy than other biogenic methods.Read more… -
Scientists claim blue light from digital devices could speed up AMD
September 03, 2018Canadian scientists claim to have discovered a direct link between the blue light emitted by digital devices and the production of a toxin which kills light cells in our eyes, and which ultimately can speed up the onset of macular degeneration.Read more…