The Ageing Eye - Professor William Ayliffe

As the eye ages, profound structural changes occur, leading to visual impairment and even blindness. Exciting discoveries n in biological science and surgery are opening up possible new treatments for these common conditions. The economic impact on society as populations become older and the role of governments and charities will be discussed.

Colour - Professor William Ayliffe

What is colour and how do we see it? – Professor Ayliffe explains the history and the science.

Why We See What We Do - Professor William Ayliffe

How has animal life developed the nature of vision? What are the pros and what are the cons?

Blindness in Children: The Global Perspective - Professor Clare Gilbert

Why do children become blind and what worldwide treatment programs are there to prevent it?

Diabetes, Hypertension and Vascular Diseases of the Eye - Professor William Ayliffe

What and how our eyes can tell us a lot about our general state of health.

Correction of Optical Defects: From Spectacles to Lasers - Professor William Ayliffe

The history of vision-correction, from Roger Bacon’s glasses of 1266 through to today’s cutting-edge laser technology.