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Technologies HumanWare Inc. now under the control of Essilor

Essilor International has acquired a majority interest in Technologies HumanWare Inc, a Quebec-based designer and distributor of electronic...

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Regenerated tear glands

 Scientists from Japan have successfully regenerated fully functioning bioengineered tear glands A team of researchers from the Tokyo University of...

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Shamir is coming to Canada

 The Israeli lens manufacturer Shamir is coming to Canada with the launch of Shamir Canada Inc “Our organizational phase is done, and we have...

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Almost 13,000 people attended the 25th edition of Vision Expo West

 The number of attendees increased by 5% (according to preliminary figures) at the 25th edition of Vision Expo West, held October 2–5 at the Sands...

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New laser to treat eye diseases

 A new laser gives hope to people with certain severe eye diseases “This new laser with yellow light is currently the only one of its caliber in...

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iPhone turns into a medical device

 A team of Boston researchers has devised a system for capturing photos of the retina using an iPhone Until now, attempts to use the iPhone to...

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Canadian researchers caution against mercury

 We should all eat fish It promotes healthy eyes because of the fatty acids it contains Yet, it also contains mercury And mercury is damaging to the...

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Registration numbers for Vision Expo West have grown

Just a few days before the official opening, the organizers of Vision Expo West have noticed an increase in pre-registrations, particularly for the...

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Kirk Originals under new management

 The founders of Kirk Originals Ltd, Jason and Karen Kirk, have resigned from the company to launch a new venture Kirk Originals will continue to...

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And the winners are…

Eyecare professionals showed up in droves yesterday for the official launch of Silmo 2013 A strong turnout and a lively ambiance marked the start of...

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