PhD Student Patience Ayerakwah received Best Student Presenter Award

Ms Patience Ansomah AYERAKWAH, a PhD student at the School, has been awarded the Best Student Presenter Award for her exceptional performance in the Research Seminars in Semester 1, AY2023/24. Her presentation was titled "The Axis of Astigmatic Blur Affects the Magnitude of Cylindrical-lens Induced Astigmatism across the Visual Field in Chickens". The School hosts the Research Seminar Series biannually to foster academic dialogue among students and offer them a platform to present their research findings.  

Early Closure of PolyU Optometry Clinic and Community Optometry Centres

【Special Notice to Patients of PolyU Optometry Clinic and Community Optometry Centres】 The PolyU Optometry Clinic on Hunghom campus, the Integrative Community Health Center in Lai King and the Sik Sik Yuen – PolyU Optometry Centre (Wong Tai Sin Teaching and Learning Centre) will be closed earlier at 1:00pm on 22 December 2023 (Winter Solstice).  Thank you for your attention.  【特別通告—致理大眼科視光學診所及社區保健/教學中心應診人士】 紅磡理大眼科視光學診所、葵青荔景社區結合保健中心及嗇色園-香港理工大學眼科視光學中心 (黃大仙教學中心) 於2023年12月22日(冬至)下午一時提早關閉。特此通知。

Doctor of Optometry Programme Expected in 2024

The School is thrilled to announce that we are set to launch the Doctor of Optometry (DOptom) Programme, marking a significant milestone in our academic journey. This pioneering programme will begin accepting applications for its inaugural cohort, with the first intake of students anticipated in 2024. This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring optometrists to be part of a groundbreaking initiative that promises to shape the future of optometry education. For more information, please refer to the below poster. 

HOYA Vision Care Offers HK$3.8M glasses and instrument to the School of Optometry at PolyU

Centre for Eye and Vision Research and DEFTA Partners join forces to drive translation of advanced eye and vision research into real-world solutions

The 29th Congregation

The 29th Congregation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University marked a remarkable milestone of the Class of 2023 School of Optometry graduates. The School has 45 Bachelor’s Degree graduates, 4 Doctor of Philosophy graduates and 1 Doctor of Health Science (Optometry) graduate this year. May our graduates carry the professional spirit to serve the community and fly high! Our warmest congratulations on your achievements!   The Dean's Honours List Congratulations to the following graduates who have been selected and named on the Dean's Honours List 2022/23: Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Optometry CHAN Hei Lam NG Ming Wai SUNG Wing Yan TSUI Man Lok   Faculty Distinguished Thesis Award Congratulations to the following PhD graduate who have been awarded the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences Distinguished Thesis Award: Dr PAN Li Thesis Title: Neuroprotection through Pharmacological Targeting Retinal Immune Microenvironment in Retinal Neurodegenerative Diseases Chief Supervisor: Dr DO Chi-wai   Snapshots and photos of the 29th Congregation [Photo Gallery]

The 21st Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium

The 21st Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium (HKIOS), a collaborative effort by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, The Hong Kong Optometric Association, and the School of Optometry of PolyU, was successfully conducted in a hybrid format on 9 November 2023. The symposium saw the participation of over 850 attendees in person and attracted more than 1,510 viewers online. The widespread use of ChatGPT and remote medical consultations have propelled artificial intelligence (AI) and telemedicine into the mainstream, including in the treatment of vision problems. Theming "Empowering Community Eye Care through Artificial Intelligence and Telemedicine in Optometry", this year's 21st Hong Kong International Optometric Symposium brought together six professionals from Mainland China, the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong to discuss the developments in AI and tele-optometry. They explored how technology could potentially improve the daily life quality of the visually impaired and alleviate staffing pressures in primary healthcare. The discussion also touched upon the implications of technological advancements on the employment prospects of optometrists. Dr Jessica Neuville, Assistant Professor of Practice at the School, moderated the morning session. Prof. Mingguang He, Chair Professor of Experimental Ophthalmology at the School, delivered a talk on "Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for a Brighter Future in Primary Eye Care". The HKIOS received support from the Professional Services Advancement Support Scheme (PASS) under the HKSAR Government. More photos are available at Gallery.  

PolyU School of Optometry signed MoU with the College of Ophthalmology of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Prof. Chea-su KEE, Head of School of Optometry of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Associate Director of the Research Centre for SHARP Vision, attended the 6th Annual Meeting of the Ophthalmology Branch of the China International Exchange and Promotive Association for Medical and Health Care, the Huaxia Ophthalmology Forum, and the first "Eye and Health" Huangpu Forum on October 28th at the Guangzhou Knowledge City International Convention and Exhibition Center. During the meeting, Prof. Kee represented the School to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prof. LU Xuejing, Dean of the School of Ophthalmology at Chengdu University of TCM and Vice President of the InEye Hospital at Chengdu University of TCM. Both parties expressed their commitment to further advance student training, research collaboration, and clinical services according to the framework of the MoU.

Results Announcement of the #LoveYourEyes Photo/Short Video Competition

The School of Optometry is glad to announce the winners of the "LoveYourEyes Photo/Short Video Competition." This exciting competition, exclusively available to current SO students and staff members, aimed to inspire everyone to cherish their eyes and celebrate annual World Sight Day. We received many outstanding entries, and it is with great pleasure that we present the 3 winning posts that received the Most-LIKE among the rest.   Please join us in congratulating the winners: Ms WONG Chun Ki, Angel, Senior Optometrist [Post] Ms LAI Yan Yu, Year 2 Optometry Student [Post] Mr KAM Kei Ching, Year 2 Optometry Student [Post] Our warmest congratulations to all the winners!

SO PhD Graduate Dr Pan Li Awarded the PolyU Outstanding PhD Thesis Award 2023

Congratulations to SO PhD graduates, Dr PAN Li, on receiving the PolyU Outstanding PhD Thesis Award 2023.  Under the supervision of Dr DO Chi-wai, Associate Professor of SO, Dr Pan has demonstrated distinctive research achievements through her graduation thesis which contributed to retinal neuroinflammation and neuroprotection. This award also symbolises the recognition of her endeavour to advance knowledge with applications. Dr Pan is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow of the School.