The poster “CL sustainability behaviours among soft CL wearers: an international survey” by Zeri F, Shinde L, Naroo S, Woods CA, Aakre BM, Arshad M, Bakkar M, Barodawala FS, Carrillo G, Chetty E, Dominguez-Vicent A, Liaw H, Lira M, Livi S, Martinet LA, Marx S, Nosch D, Jones D, Ruiz-Alcocer J, Santoro C, Steca P, Tavazzi S, was awarded at the BCLA 2025 poster competition.
Author: silvia.trabattoni@unimib.it
“Effect of publication bias on the evidence supporting the use of myopia control interventions” is online
Download the final version of the paper “Effect of publication bias on the evidence supporting the use of myopia control interventions” by Giulia Carlotta Rizzo, Erika Ponzini, Fabrizio Zeri, and Silvia Tavazzi published in Contact Lens and Anterior Eye. By clicking on the link before August 09, 2025, you will be taken directly to the latest version of the article, which you are welcome to read or download. No sign up, registration or fees required!
The VisionOttica Award 2025 ceremony
Dr. Erika Ponzini was invited as a speaker at the VisionOttica Award 2025 ceremony held in Turin on May 12, where she delivered an engaging talk entitled: “Beyond the Lens: AI in Modern Contact Lens Practice” — a forward-looking insight into how artificial intelligence is transforming contactology.
Now in its 12th edition, the VisionOttica Award celebrates the best theses in Optics and Optometry, highlighting the talent of young graduates and the excellence of education in Italy. Congratulations to all award winners from Padua, Florence and Turin!
Special thanks to VisionOttica for the warm welcome and continued support of research and teaching in our field.
A permanet exibition dedicated to Arnaldo Chierichetti
A permanent exhibition celebrating two prominent figures in the history of science and technology, Arnaldo Chierichetti, a Milanese optician who lived in the early 1900s, and Giuseppe “Beppo” Occhialini, a world-renowned physicist and pioneer of space research, has opened at the University of Milano-Bicocca.
The news was reported by Ottica Italiana and B2Eyes magazines.
Where: Gallery exhibition space between the Atlas U1 and Quantum U2 buildings, Piazza della Scienza 3, Milan.
Admission call for the Master’s Degree in Optometry and Vision Science AY: 2025-2026
The ADMISSION CALL for the Master’s Degree in OPTOMETRY AND VISION SCIENCE has been published here under the section “Admission and Enrolment” – “CALL FOR ADMISSION 2025/2026 A.Y”.
It is recommended to carefully read the call.
Deadline: May 2, 2025.
Further information on the Master’s Degree course are reported on the e-learning page
“Biomimetic Recognition of SARS-CoV-2 Receptor-Binding Domain N-Glycans” is online
Download the final version of the paper “Biomimetic Recognition of SARS-CoV-2 Receptor-Binding Domain N-Glycans by an Antiviral Synthetic Receptor” by Ponzini E and co-authors, published in ChemBioChem. The article is open access.
VisionOttica Award 2025
Have you recently graduated in Optics and Optometry?
Participate in the 12th edition of the VisionOttica Award!
Deadline: March 21, 2025.
University corner at MIDO 2025
Great success at MIDO2025 for the 9 active bachelor’s degree programs in Optics and Optometry in Italy! Thank you for coming to visit us!
MIDO 2025 is coming soon!
Special Talk by Fabrizio Zeri: “How reliable is aberrometry for measuring visual defects?” A key topic to enhance precision in visual measurements. A unique opportunity to explore advanced technologies in support of optometry and specialized contact lenses. Register now!
February 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM, Area B2Eytg – Hall 1, Booth PR29
Talk by Giulia Rizzo “The Role of Technology in the Evaluation of the Tear Film and Ocular Surface“. Don’t miss the chance to explore how cutting-edge technologies are transforming the approach to evaluating and managing the ocular surface .
February 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM, Pavilion 3, Booth H22 K21
Dont’t miss these events at MIDO2025!
COMiB at MIDO 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that our research center, COMiB, is organizing activities and preparing materials for the University corner at MIDO 2025, the largest international event dedicated to optics and eyewear!
Where to find us?
Pavilion 1, Stand AS22, FASHION DISTRICT
When?
From February 8th to 10th, 2025, at Fiera Milano Rho
An entire stand will showcase the Bachelor’s Degrees in Optics and Optometry offered across Italy and the new Master’s Degree in Optometry and Vision Science, launched this year by the University of Milano-Bicocca.
This is a unique opportunity to:
– Discover educational programs
– Meet students and professors
– Gain insights into career opportunities
COMiB looks forward to welcoming you as we explore the future of optometry and vision science together!