Optometry, Contact Lenses and Vision Science

Optometry and vision science play essential roles in comprehensive eye care, vision correction, and prevention of visual impairment. This session explores advances in refractive assessment, contact lens technology, myopia management, binocular vision, and visual performance. Discussions will include specialty contact lenses, scleral lenses, orthokeratology, and innovative materials designed to improve comfort and visual outcomes. The growing prevalence of myopia and strategies for controlling its progression will receive particular attention. Advances in diagnostic technologies and vision assessment may also support more personalized approaches to care. Collaboration between optometrists, ophthalmologists, researchers, and vision scientists will be encouraged. Emerging developments in wearable technologies and digital vision assessment may provide additional opportunities for innovation.