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Dineo works as a research fellow for the Eye Institute, the Vision Research Foundation, and the Mātai Medical Research Institute.She is involved in several cutting-edge research projects geared towards advancing ophthalmic care and improving patient outcomes.
Piage Richter working under the supervision of VRF researchers Loxlan Kasa and William Schierding will explore and develop a process to evaluate advanced diffusion MRI noise correcting methodology (MK-Curve).
Vision Research Foundation has received philanthropic funding to explore ways to enhance support for wāhine Māori to enter surgical careers. VRF will partner with Tania Te Whenua to support wāhine Māori medical students.
The Rotary RYLA program has a proven track record of instilling leadership skills, self-confidence, and community engagement in young minds. Both Vision Research Foundation and Rotary RYLA are united in our dedication to fostering the next generation of leaders who will drive positive change in their communities and beyond.
Renata Watene’s exceptional dedication to Māori Eye Health and Healthcare Governance has earned her esteemed recognition in her field.
Dr Schierding’s research will explore the relationship between telomere length and major causes of blindness, such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataract, and diabetic eye disease, using innovative big data analytical techniques and the UK Biobank. The study has the potential to enhance research and medical education and disrupt conventional approaches to healthcare.
Celebrating the most influential and inspirational people in ophthalmology.
IH NZ’s mission to improve patient quality of life and prevent blindness from idiopathic intracranial hypertension.
Exploring the role of dynamic movement of the eye and the optic nerve in glaucoma.
Gender, diversity and equity in medicine.
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