Wake Forest University School of Medicine has launched a new Translational Eye and Vision Research Center. Leaders envision the center serving as a visionary hub that will redefine the landscape of eye and vision research.
“The launch of the Translational Eye and Vision Research Center represents a profound commitment to advancing our understanding of vision and eye diseases,” said Ebony Boulware, M.D., dean of Wake Forest University School of Medicine. “We believe that this center will not only impact the lives of countless individuals but also foster collaboration and innovation in the broader scientific community. This center will serve as a cornerstone in our mission to establish Wake Forest University School of Medicine as a leader in vision excellence.”
At its core, the center is dedicated to promoting translational and team-based research in vision and eye disease.
Central to the center’s initiatives are pilot and travel award programs designed to expedite discovery and innovation. These programs will empower vision scientists and clinician-scientists to pursue groundbreaking research, driving remarkable progress in the field.
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