Katrina Schmid

Dr. Katrina Schmid is an Associate Professor at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the School of Clinical Sciences under the Faculty of Health. Her work bridges clinical optometry with cutting-edge research in refractive error development, myopia control, and ocular surface disorders, while also contributing to teaching pedagogy and authentic assessment in optometric education.

• PhD (Queensland University of Technology)
• BAppSc(Opt)(Hons) (Queensland University of Technology)

Dr. Schmid’s research spans diverse areas including binocular vision, amblyopia, meibomian gland dysfunction, and the GABAergic system in eye growth control. She has coordinated units like Foundations of Optometric Practice, emphasizing professional identity and evidence-based competencies. Her scientific accolades include the Classic Paper Award (OPO, 2014) and the JLloyd Hewett Award (CXO, 2020). Her 2021 rankings (#25 globally in refractive error research, #115 in optometric author impact) underscore her international influence.

• Classic Paper Award, OPO, 2014
• JLloyd Hewett Award, CXO, 2020
• QUT Medal recipient

As an Editorial Board Member for journals like IOVS, TVST, and Nature Scientific Reports, she shapes academic discourse. Her teaching expertise includes ocular anatomy, pharmacology, and research methods, with a focus on student mentoring and examination validation.