Sight Research UK

22/10/2026

One week to go! 📅

Applications for Sight Research UK's Translational Research Award close on 29 October 2026.

Funding is available to support promising eye research as it progresses towards real-world patient benefit:

- TRLs 3–4: Up to £150,000 to support earlier-stage translational research.

- TRLs 5–7: Up to £250,000 to help advance promising therapies, devices and diagnostics.

Our aim is to accelerate innovative research that could transform the lives of people affected by sight loss.

If you're an eye researcher with a promising project, don't miss your opportunity to apply.

Find out more and submit your application:

https://sightresearchuk.org/our-research/apply-for-funding/translational-research-award/

21/10/2026

Why is eye research so important? 💙

At Sight Research UK, we believe pioneering science has the power to transform lives.

From understanding the causes of eye conditions to developing new approaches to prevention and treatment, research is at the heart of everything we do.

In Part 2 of our welcome series, we'd like to show you the importance of investing in eye research and working towards a future where everyone can see.

Watch now, and join us next week for the final part of our mini series!

20/10/2026

Blindness doesn't always mean seeing nothing.

It's a common misconception, but sight loss is far more complex than many people realise.

This Blindness Awareness Month, we're highlighting the different ways people experience sight loss and why challenging assumptions is an important step towards a more inclusive society.

Greater awareness starts with understanding. 💙

Find out more about the research we're funding to better understand eye conditions and protect sight: https://sightresearchuk.org/

15/10/2026

Did you know that amblyopia can affect a child's vision even when their eyes look perfectly normal?

Also known as 'lazy eye', amblyopia is a childhood eye condition that occurs when vision doesn't develop properly in one or both eyes.

It's not always easy to spot, particularly as children may not notice anything unusual about their sight.

That's why early detection is so crucial. When identified and treated during childhood, there is a greater chance of improving vision.

At Sight Research UK, we support researchers who are dedicated to improving our understanding of eye conditions like amblyopia, helping to advance earlier diagnosis, develop better treatments and protect the sight of future generations.💙

Want to learn more about amblyopia, its symptoms and the importance of early detection? Visit our website to find out more:

https://sightresearchuk.org/about-sight/eye-conditions/about-sight-eye-conditions-amblyopia/

14/10/2026

Last month a commemorative plaque was unveiled in Bristol, in honour of pioneering ophthalmologist and Sight Research UK founder, Professor David Easty (1933-2022).

A leading figure in eye research, Professor Easty founded our charity in 1986, originally known as the National Eye Research Centre (NERC), with a vision to advance research into the causes and treatment of sight loss.

Four decades later, his legacy continues to inspire our work as we fund pioneering research and strive towards a future where everyone can see.

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, it's especially meaningful to see his remarkable contribution to eye health recognised with this lasting tribute.

A wonderful reminder of where our journey began, and the vision that continues to guide us today. 💙

Take a look back at our journey and discover how far we've come: https://sightresearchuk.org/about-us/our-story/

14/10/2026

A huge thank you to the fantastic team at Newmedica for raising an incredible £1,180 in support of Sight Research UK! 🎉

We're so grateful to everyone who helped organise the raffle, donated prizes and took part.

Your generosity will help us continue funding pioneering eye research, bringing us closer to a future where everyone can see.

Thank you for making a difference! 💙

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our colleagues, we're proud to share that our recent charity raffle raised an amazing £1,180 for Sight Research UK 👏

Sight Research UK funds pioneering research into the causes, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of eye diseases, helping to bring new sight-saving discoveries closer to the people who need them most.

Their work supports research into conditions including glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and inherited retinal diseases, with the aim of improving treatments and creating a future where fewer people experience sight loss.

A huge thank you to everyone who bought a raffle ticket and those who helped organise the event 🧡

We’d also like to say a big thank you to those who donated a prize 👇
- Sight Research UK/Dyson Foundation
- Mainline Instruments
- Altomed
- Litechnica
- MidOptic
- East Midlands Railway
- City Sprint
- John Lowe

13/10/2026

Welcome to Sight Research UK! 💙

Did you know we've been funding pioneering eye research for 40 years?

We're dedicated to advancing research into the causes, prevention and treatment of eye conditions, helping to create a clearer future for people affected by sight loss.

In the first of our three-part welcome series, we're introducing who we are and why our work matters.

Keep a look out for Part 2 coming soon!

07/10/2026

🔬 Applications are now open for our Translational Research Award.

Funding is available to help promising research move closer towards real-world impact for people affected by sight loss.

Researchers can apply for:

🔹TRLs 3-4: up to £150,000 to support promising concepts with proof-of-concept preliminary data and help progress research towards TRLs 5-7.

🔹TRLs 5-7: up to £250,000 to support the development of new therapies, devices and diagnostics.

📅 Applications close 29 October 2026.

If you’re ready to take the next step with your research, find out more about the award and how to apply:

https://sightresearchuk.org/our-research/apply-for-funding/translational-research-award/

30/09/2026

How well do you know your eyes? 👀

From glaucoma and cataracts to diabetes and dry eyes, there are plenty of misconceptions about our eyes and the conditions that can affect them.

So, we’re putting your eye health knowledge to the test.

Swipe through for 7 eye health facts and myths - and see how many you get right.

Want to learn more about how your eyes work, looking after your sight and the conditions that can affect vision? Visit the About Sight section of the Sight Research UK website.

https://sightresearchuk.org/about-sight/

28/09/2026

We were at EyeCan in Gloucester today! Thank you for coming to see our fabulous fundraisers Kerri and Elizabeth 💙
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