Kentucky Lions Eye Center
Advancing Vision Through Innovative Research
Innovating Today for Better Sight Tomorrow
Our research department leads cutting-edge studies and clinical trials focused on eye diseases, advancing treatments and improving vision care for patients worldwide.
Featured Research & Projects
Our research team pioneers eye disease treatments and leads innovative clinical trials to advance vision care.
Etiology of Dry Eye and Tear Film Lipid Compositional, Structural and Functional Relationships
The project uses a spectroscopic approach to study human tear lipids.
Ocular Inflammation and Immunology
We study immune regulation in eye disease to develop targeted therapies for conditions like keratitis, uveitis and macular degeneration.
Exploring Retinal Function and Vision Restoration
My research evaluates normal retinal function, dysfunction caused by blinding retinal diseases and therapies to restore vision.
Recent News
At the heart of care: Thanking our residents and fellows
02/27/26
School of Medicine
UofL cancer researchers among top 1% most-cited in the world
02/24/26
Research & Innovation
Sharing the pulse of surgery
02/24/26
Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
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05
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