All ophthalmology
July 22, 2025
UIC’s new dry eye drug is the result of patient-centric innovationDr. Sandeep Jain’s UIC lab developed the drug, which will begin human studies this summer.
July 14, 2025
Uncovering a potential link between oral herpes, multiple sclerosisUIC researchers have identified a new molecular pathway connecting the virus to MS-like symptoms.
April 12, 2024
Pilot research institutes kindle interdisciplinary activity across UICNew pilot institute will tackle AI bias in health care, joining three ongoing research efforts
May 1, 2023
Herpes study adds to understanding of viral reinfections, how to potentially prevent themNew research on herpes infections of the eye adds to the understanding of how to target anti-viral drugs.
February 8, 2021
UIC researcher awarded $10.15M to develop antibody-based dry eye treatmentResearchers plan to develop a specially formulated eye drop for dry eye that utilizes pooled human immune globulins.
December 7, 2020
Researchers use genomics to identify diabetic retinopathy factorsUIC researchers identify new approach that can be used as a template to study other diseases.
October 11, 2019
Antibody-based eye drops show promise for treating dry eye diseaseResearchers identify new class therapy for common condition
April 18, 2017
Ophthalmologist named ‘rising star’Ahmad Aref earns spot on “The Ophthalmologist” Power List
November 8, 2016
Sharper view of eye surgeryCless Family Lab helps residents, fellows perfect eye surgery techniques
August 16, 2016
Should babies born in areas harboring Zika be screened for eye abnormalities?Investigating the virus’s impact on the eye