Past Events

Date and times of Events: Thursday, August 25, 2016, 7:00 - 9:00 pm Friday, August 26, 2016, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday, August 27, 2016, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Sunday, August 28, 2016, 8:00 - 11:00 am

Abstract: Visual functioning can be approached from two points of view : the medical and research view – How the EYES function and the patient’s view – How the PERSON functions. This presentation will…

Abstract: Informed Consent is the critical first step for any study that includes human research participants. It starts with recruiting, screening, and presenting a formal, IRB-approved Consent Form…

Join Dr. Don Fletcher, one of the world’s leading authorities on Low Vision Rehabilitation, to share experiences and learn about the things that help you maintain a full and happy life while living…

Abstract: Vision testing is often limited to letter chart acuity , which measures only foveal function. Even for a 20/200 letter, the area assessed is less than 1 degree. For proper performance of…

Abstract: The importance of writing clean code is often overlooked in research environments. Bad code can function, it's true, but when programming, most of our time is spent reading code rather than…

Abstract: We will spend time looking at the different types of disk and mobile storage available (local, network, cloud, personal) and in use at SKERI. Discuss funding agency requirements for use…

All Skeri conference rooms are booked for this day.

Abstract: Proper eye movement control and maintenance of clear single vision are essential for the diverse visual demands of daily life. Clinical experience and growing research indicate that impaired…

Dr. Saeideh Ghahghaei will be giving an insightful talk titled "Reading As We Age." The talk will cover the following points: • Effects of normal aging on reading. • Effects of aging-related visual…