About AVR
We’re here to reduce the burden of vision impairment, for good.
AVR is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to funding and enabling eye and vision research. We work in partnership with world-leading specialists and research institutions to improve clinical outcomes and deliver lasting impact for patients.
What we Fund
Backed by science. Guided by care.
From degenerative conditions to complex surgical innovations, the projects we fund tackle the biggest challenges in eye health today.
Macular Degeneration
Research on preventing and slowing the progression of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss.
Glaucoma
Studies to improve early detection and treatment of glaucoma, a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Research into how diabetes affects the blood vessels of the retina, with the goal of preventing vision deterioration and loss.
Retinal Disease
Investigating retinal disorders and developing new clinical approaches to improve treatment and patient outcomes.
Research Type Distribution
Specialities Funded
Equality
>$14.5M invested in ophthalmic research since inception.
For Members & Professionals
Supporting clinician scientists and the future of vision research
AVR offers members access to professional development, research funding, awards and a connected community. We work closely with partners like RANZCO to upskill, support and celebrate clinician scientists leading the way.
Support AVR
Your support helps drive real progress in eye health.
Whether through donations, leaving a bequest, or partnering with us directly, your contribution accelerates the discovery of new treatments and better outcomes for people with vision impairment.
Latest updates, videos, stories and expert insights.
Grants Round 2025 Open
Australian Vision Research Grants, offering individual grants of up to $65,000 Australian Vision Research (AVR) is pleased to announce the...
The Bacterial Ocular Surveillance System (BOSS)
AVR Funded Grant - 2022 Project Title: The Bacterial Ocular Surveillance System (BOSS) Chief Investigator: Professor Stephanie Watson Co-Investigators: Prof...
ANZRS Grant
Project Title: Therapies for the cone-rod dystrophies Chief Investigator: Professor Robyn Jamieson Co-Investigators: Professor John Grigg Aim To investigate biomarkers...
“We seek to alleviate the burden from blindness and vision impairment through research that discovers new knowledge and improves patient outcomes and clinical practice.”
Phil Cenere
CEO
“Australian Vision Research aims to support the best quality ophthalmic research from Australian researchers. Our peer-review process enables us to fund really high-quality work.”
Prof Stephanie Watson OAM
AVR Chair
“It’s an honour to be the inaugural ambassador for Australian Vision Research….I’m committed to supporting their mission to bring hope and solutions to people living with vision impairment.”
Sandra Sully AM
AVR Ambassador
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AVR is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to funding and enabling eye and vision research. We work in partnership with world-leading specialists and research institutions to improve clinical outcomes and deliver lasting impact for patients.
Back vision research that will change lives.
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