Tag: Vision
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A new non-invasive way to correct vision
New method uses a low-powered ultrafast laser and relies on photochemical effects to alter biochemical and biomechanical properties of collagenous tissue without causing cellular damage or tissue disruption. Nearsightedness, or myopia, is an increasing problem around the world. There are now twice as many people in the US and Europe with this condition as there…
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Improved vision through brain stimulation
A little spark for sharper sight Stimulating the visual cortex of the brain for 20 minutes with a mild electrical current can improve vision for about two hours, and those with worse vision see the most improvement, according to a Vanderbilt University study published this week in Current Biology. Could we make someone’s vision better—not…
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EnChroma sunglasses are designed to correct color blindness
Apparently there are over 300 million people in the world today who suffer from some form of color blindness Apparently there are over 300 million people in the world today who suffer from some form of color blindness (or ‘color vision deficiency’ as the professionals call it). The problem can range from a mild form which confuses…
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Eyejusters – self-adjustable glasses designed for the developing world
The main aim is to distribute these to people in the developing world Anyone who currently wears glasses or contact lenses will have likely consulted an optometrist to determine their prescription … that is, if they live in the developed world. In developing nations, many people aren’t afforded the opportunity to see a professional…
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‘Smart’ Sunglasses Block Blinding Glare
The days of being blinded by glare from the sun, despite the $300 sunglasses straddling your face, may soon be over. Chris Mullin, PhD, a formerly local inventor and entrepreneur, has teamed up with the University at Buffalo to develop sunglasses that detect bright spots of light and darken specific parts of the lens to…
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Jeff Bezos On Innovation: Stubborn On Vision; Flexible On Details
For years, I’ve been fascinated by Jeff Bezos‘ ability to make big risky decisions for Amazon and stand up to intense investor pressure to go in a different direction. While everything may seem rosy at Amazon these days, for years, it was amazing to see just how much investor animosity there was towards some of…
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Optical system combines replaceable safety glasses with users’ presciption lenses
Those of us who need to wear glasses face a bit of a quandary when it comes to protective eyewear. We can put big safety glasses on over top of our prescription glasses, although these can be bulky, uncomfortable, and a little funny-looking. Those drawbacks can be avoided by getting safety glasses with prescription lenses,…
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Have You Charged Your Eyeglasses Today?
A NEW device may be joining smartphones, iPads and music players that you have to charge overnight: electronic eyeglasses. These glasses have tiny batteries, microchips and assorted electronics to turn reading power on when you need it and off when you don’t. Traditionally, people who hit their 40s often need extra optical help as farsightedness…
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New Glasses Change Lens Color on the Fly
Image via Wikipedia The Office of Naval Research’s (ONR) TechSolutions department is set to deliver to Navy Special Warfare Command personnel later this year new protective eyewear that will eliminate the need for warfighters to stop to change out colored lenses to accommodate differences in light levels. The Fast-Tint Protective Eyewear (FTPE) changes color quicker…