AVR Insights: Meaningful Conversations

AVR Insights features engaging discussions with members and supporters of Australian Vision Research (AVR). These conversations highlight our mission, achievements, pioneering projects, and future vision, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the groundbreaking work shaping the future of ophthalmology and the lives we aim to transform.

We invite you to explore the video library below and learn more about how AVR is making a difference. Through these videos, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the challenges, successes, and innovations that reflect our commitment to preventing vision loss and restoring sight.

Prof Hugh Taylor

Reflecting on his career journey and how his passion for ophthalmology grew, eventually leading him to focus on groundbreaking research to prevent blindness…Read More

Dr Christolyn Raj

Melbourne-based general ophthalmologist, shares her journey in ophthalmology and highlights the transformative impact of Australian Vision Research (AVR) on eye care…Read More

Prof Robyn Guymer

Deputy Director of the Centre for Eye Research Australia and Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Melbourne, discusses groundbreaking research on age-related macular degeneration (AMD)…Read More

Dr Swati Sinkar

General and paediatric ophthalmologist, discusses the importance of vision to our daily lives and the devastating impact of eye diseases…Read More

Prof Nitin Verma

based in Hobart, Tasmania, reflects on his journey into ophthalmology and how Australian Vision Research (AVR) plays a pivotal role in supporting the field…Read More

Prof Keith Martin

Director of the Centre for Eye Research Australia and Head of Ophthalmology at the University of Melbourne, shares his inspiring career transition from neurology to ophthalmology…Read More

Prof Stephanie Watson OAM

chair of Australian Vision Research (AVR), discusses the transformative power of ophthalmology and the critical work being done by AVR…Read More

Prof Mark Radford

Executive Director of the Queensland Eye Institute, discusses his unique background in psychiatry and the connections between the eye, brain, and mood regulation….Read More

Dr Grace Lidgerwood

Research fellow at the University of Melbourne, she explains her pivotal work at the Stem Cell Disease Modelling Unit, focusing on creating patient- derived stem cell models of ….Read More