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Kimberly D. Kohne serves as a Clinical Professor at Indiana University School of Optometry, where she joined the faculty in 2005 after completing her residency and was promoted to Clinical Professor in 2020. Her clinical responsibilities span the primary care floor with third-year interns, the contact lens clinic with fourth-year interns, and the IU Health Center Eye Clinic. Education: Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, Indiana University (1996) Doctor of Optometry, University of Missouri–St. Louis (2004) Residency in Ocular Disease, Indiana University (2005) Dr. Kohne's clinical expertise focuses on ocular disease management, advanced contact lens fitting, low vision rehabilitation, and comprehensive primary eye care. Her work integrates patient-centered approaches with evidence-based practices across multiple clinical settings, emphasizing accessibility and specialized treatment for diverse visual conditions. Dr. Kohne earned her Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry in 2006. As an educator, she mentors optometry students through clinical rotations and serves as assistant site coordinator for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO). She actively participates in admissions interviews and serves on multiple School of Optometry committees, shaping curriculum development and clinical training standards. Her professional engagement extends to clinical sites including the primary care floor, contact lens clinic, and IU Health Center Eye Clinic.

• Ocular Disease
• Contact Lenses
• Low Vision Rehabilitation
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Thuy-Lan Nguyen, O.D., FAAO, is an Assistant Professor and Clinic Chief in the Department of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Optometry. She specializes in corneal disorders and specialty contact lenses, leading the Cornea and Contact Lens Clinic. Her roles include teaching practice management, clinical instruction, and private practice ownership experience. Education: BS (James Madison University, 1997) and OD (NSU, 2002) Residency: Primary Care with Cornea/Contact Lenses (NSU, 2003, Resident of the Year) Research interests focus on scleral lenses, specialty contact lens innovation, and corneal pathology. She has presented at SECO, AOA, and Global Specialty Lens Symposium. Awards include Vision Monday’s Optometric Business Innovator (2014) and High Impact Idea Award (2016). Service: NSU SVOSH mission trips to Latin America, VSP State Ambassador for Florida Professional Memberships: American Academy of Optometry, Scleral Lens Society

• Contact Lens Research
• Corneal Disorders
• Optometry Practice Management
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Kathryn Dumbleton is a Clinical Professor at the Herbert Wertheim School of Optometry & Vision Science at University of California, Berkeley. She also serves as Director of Professional Engagement at Berkeley Vision CURE (Children’s Uncorrected Refractive Error). Originally trained as an optometrist in the UK, she earned her MSc in Physiological Optics and PhD in Vision Science from University of Waterloo in Canada. Her academic appointments include roles at University of Waterloo and University of Manchester, where she led clinical research at the Centre for Contact Lens Research. Research Interests: Kathryn's work focuses on contact lenses, ocular surface dynamics, dry eye, and healthcare compliance. Her studies analyze tear film kinetics, lens wettability, and presbyopia correction, with a global perspective on clinical outcomes and patient comfort. Scientific Contributions: She has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications and abstracts, seven book chapters, and numerous professional manuscripts. Her leadership roles include Vice President of the International Society for Contact Lens Research (ISCLR) and Past President of the American Academy of Optometric Foundation. Honors: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) Diplomate of the Cornea, Contact Lens, and Refractive Technologies Section (CCLRT, AAO) Fellow of the British Contact Lens Association (FBCLA) Vice President, International Society for Contact Lens Research (ISCLR)

• Contact Lenses
• Ocular Surface
• Dry Eye
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Diana Masolak, OD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Optometry at Illinois College of Optometry (ICO) and a part-time faculty member. She combines her academic role with spearheading myopia management at Melrose Park Eyecare, specializing in specialty contact lenses and ocular disease management. Education: Doctor of Optometry (ICO, 2024), Residency in Cornea and Contact Lenses with emphasis on Ocular Disease (ICO, 2025), Bachelor of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2019). Dr. Masolak’s research focuses on advancing corneal health, particularly in conditions like keratoconus, anterior segment diseases, and myopia control. She emphasizes improving patient ocular comfort and functionality through innovative contact lens solutions. Her publications highlight advancements in presbyopia management, corneal cross-linking, and scleral lens applications for complex ocular conditions. These works reflect interdisciplinary collaboration and clinical innovation. Scientific Awards: Summa Cum Laude, Southwest Contact Lens Scholarship, CooperVision Rising Star Award, Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society, and others. Dr. Masolak mentors students in clinical practice while leading patient care initiatives. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in optometry, supported by scholarships and honors from ICO and professional organizations.

• Cornea
• Specialty Contact Lenses
• Keratoconus
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Patricia A. Henderson serves as a Clinical Professor at Indiana University School of Optometry since August 1986, concurrently directing the IU Community Eye Care Center since January 1996 while teaching third-year optometric interns in clinical settings. Her educational foundation includes: B.A. in Chemistry from Indiana University (1982) Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from Indiana University School of Optometry (1985) Residency in hospital-based optometry at Danville VA Medical Center (1986) Dr. Henderson specializes in ocular disease management through her Primary Care Clinic instruction covering treatment protocols and contact lens fittings, with particular expertise in neuro-optometry as coordinator of Ocular Disease III courses. Her didactic lectures shape core curriculum in ocular pathology while clinical supervision develops diagnostic competencies in student optometrists. As director of the IU Community Eye Care Center, she oversees comprehensive clinical operations providing essential vision services to the Bloomington community while integrating real-world patient care into academic training.

• Ocular Disease
• Neuro-Optometry
• Contact Lens Fittings
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Philip Morgan is a Professor of Optometry and Head of Optometry at The University of Manchester, leading the Division of Pharmacy and Optometry. He also holds an Adjunct Professorship at UNSW Sydney. His roles include Director of Eurolens Research, President of the International Association of Contact Lens Educators and the Manchester Statistical Society, and Immediate Past President of the International Society for Contact Lens Research. Education and Professional Qualifications: BSc, PhD, MCOptom, FAAO, FBCLA Research Interests: Focuses on clinical performance of contact lenses, clinical study design, contact lens-associated keratitis, innovative optics, and contact lens discomfort. His work contributes to SDGs related to good health and well-being (SDG 3) and industry innovation (SDG 9). Publications and Impact: Authored over 200 peer-reviewed papers, including seminal studies on global contact lens prescribing trends and presbyopia management. His recent work emphasizes myopia control, presbyopia treatment, and pandemic-related eye care protocols. Awards and Recognition: BCLA Medallist (2014) BCLA Pioneer’s Lecturer (2015) 2019 Max Schapero Award (American Academy of Optometry) Fellowships from the American Academy of Optometry and British Contact Lens Association Teaching and Leadership: Teaches contact lens design and delivery at undergraduate/postgraduate levels, leading global educational initiatives through IACLE. Managed an annual international contact lens prescribing survey since 1996. Grants and Projects: Co-investigator on the Manchester Bioelectronics Network (2018), focusing on interdisciplinary bioelectronics research. Labs and Teams: Directs Eurolens Research, a leading group in contact lens innovation and clinical studies.

• Clinical performance of contact lenses
• Contact lens associated keratitis
• Innovative optics
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Greta Bladh is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSV) at Mid Sweden University. Her academic background includes a Postdoc qualification. She is based in Sundsvall and focuses on research exploring social inclusion dynamics within physical spaces like gyms and fitness venues. Her research interests center on how physical environments mediate social inclusion/exclusion processes, particularly through the lens of body politics and spatial sociology. Current projects include the study of 'Open workout places for inclusion and exclusion.' Her notable publication in Social Sciences (2022) analyzes vulnerable inclusiveness in Swedish fitness venues. Though no awards are explicitly mentioned, her work contributes to critical discussions on health equity and urban social policy. Contact details: +46 (0)10-1427968 | Email: greta.bladh@miun.se

• Sociology
• Social Inclusion
• Health Equity
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Preeti Mokka is a Doctor of Optometry (OD) affiliated with the Department of Ophthalmology at Boston Children's Hospital and an instructor at Harvard Medical School . She specializes in comprehensive pediatric eye care, contact lens fittings, vision therapy, and evaluation of strabismus and amblyopia, particularly for children with disabilities. Education: Doctor of Optometry, New England College of Optometry (2014) Residency in Pediatric Optometry, New England College of Optometry (2015) Clinical Interests: Pediatric eye care for children with disabilities Strabismus and amblyopia diagnosis Contact lens fittings and vision therapy Public health services for pediatric/adult populations Publications: 2024: Baseline factors associated with myopia progression and axial elongation over 30 months in children 5-12 years old (Optometry Vision Science) Clinical Sites: Boston, MA (Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary & Longwood campus) North Dartmouth, MA Waltham, MA Weymouth, MA

• Pediatric Optometry
• Strabismus
• Amblyopia
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Dr. Stacy Zubkousky serves as an Assistant Professor and Resident Education Coordinator at Nova Southeastern University's College of Optometry. Her responsibilities include teaching optometric theory and methods laboratories, precepting students in primary care and contact lens clinics, and facilitating resident education through conferences and case reviews. Her research focuses on ocular surface disease management, specialty contact lenses (scleral and gas permeable), dry eye syndrome, and myopia control strategies. Clinical innovations include developing contact lens protocols for complex ocular conditions. Dr. Zubkousky holds fellowships with the American Academy of Optometry and Scleral Lens Education Society. Awards include: President’s Scholarship Award Beta Sigma Kappa International Optometric Honor Society induction She has presented research at AAO and SECO conferences and published on dry eye management in clinical practice.

• ocular surface disease
• scleral lenses
• gas permeable lenses
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Dr. Vivian P. Shibayama (OD, FAAO, FSLS) is a clinical optometry specialist at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute , focusing on advanced contact lens fitting for complex ocular conditions. She holds an OD from Salus University (2011) and completed a fellowship in specialty contact lenses at Stein Eye Institute. Education: OD, Salus University (2011) Postdoctoral Training: Specialty Contact Lens Fellowship, Stein Eye Institute Her clinical expertise spans Contact Lenses , Irregular Corneas , and Corneal Surface Disease , with particular emphasis on Keratoconus , Scleral Lenses , and Pediatric Contact Lenses . She pioneered the use of Eyeprint Pro fluid-filled scleral lenses for precision fitting. Research trends across 15 articles focus on contact lens innovation (rigid, soft, hybrid, prosthetic, scleral), ocular surface disease management, and pediatric optometry challenges. Publications span 2014-2020 in journals like Review of Cornea and Contact Lens and Canadian Journal of Optometry . Dr. Shibayama's work combines clinical practice, patient education, and medical device innovation. She serves at UCLA Stein Eye Institute, affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and accepts multiple insurance providers while focusing on custom contact lens solutions.

• Contact Lenses
• Irregular Corneas
• Keratoconus
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Karen Deloss is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Michigan Medical School. Her work focuses on advanced ocular surface treatments, specialty contact lens applications, and corneal disease management. University of Michigan Medical School Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Clinical Associate Professor Her research bridges clinical practice and technological innovation, particularly in dry eye syndrome , limbal stem cell deficiency , and graft-versus-host disease . She specializes in PROSE (Prosthetic Replacement of the Ocular Surface Ecosystem) devices , scleral lens fitting , and UV-blocking contact lenses . Her work addresses challenges in ocular surface rehabilitation and patient quality-of-life improvements. Karen Deloss has authored 11 recent publications in high-impact journals like Cornea , American Journal of Ophthalmology , and Current Opinion in Ophthalmology . Her studies emphasize dry eye treatment with autologous serum drops, PROSE device efficacy for corneal disorders, and scleral lens applications in refractory cases. Research trends span visual rehabilitation , ocular surface ecosystem restoration, and UV radiation protection . Her clinical and academic contributions are reflected in collaborations with institutions like the CUEyeCenter and Eye and Contact Lens Journal . No scientific awards or part-time appointments are documented in the provided materials.

• Ophthalmology
• Dry Eye Syndrome
• Contact Lens Complications
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Professor Seang Mei Saw at the National University of Singapore is a leading expert in myopia epidemiology and genetics. Holding a primary appointment at Duke-NUS Medical School and joint affiliations with the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, she pioneered large-scale cohort studies like SCORM and STARS to understand childhood myopia. Her innovations include a fitness tracker for myopia prevention and a contact lens to slow progression. Education : MBBS (1988, NUS), MPH (1995, Johns Hopkins), PhD (1998, Johns Hopkins) Research interests span: Epidemiology of chronic eye diseases Genetic determinants of myopia Public health interventions for vision loss Environmental risk factors in ocular development Translational ophthalmic research Publication trends highlight her focus on myopia genetics (2013), pediatric epidemiology (2001-2006), and clinical interventions. Collaborative work with international consortia (CREAM, DCCT/EDIC) underscores her interdisciplinary approach. 2024 Asia Women Tech Leaders Award 2023 World’s Top 100 Ophthalmologists 2022 National Day Long Service Medal 2019 President’s Science Award (Team) 2014-2024 multiple OPO Awards As Vice-Dean (Research) and Co-Chair of NMRC Grant Review Panel, she has mentored numerous research initiatives. Her leadership of the Myopia Unit at Singapore Eye Research Institute drives translational projects with high public health impact.

• Epidemiology
• Genetics
• Myopia
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Dr. Lisa Asper is a Professor at the University of New South Wales within the Faculty of Medicine, specifically affiliated with the School of Optometry and Vision Science. Her research focuses on visual perception with particular emphasis on binocular vision disorders and their clinical implications. Dr. Asper earned her OD from Southern California College of Optometry in 1980 and completed her PhD at UNSW in 2004. Her academic journey has positioned her as a leading researcher in vision science with expertise spanning clinical optometry and neuroscience. Her primary research interests include binocular summation in amblyopia, perceptual learning, yoked prism effects, and the repeatability of binocular vision testing procedures. She has recently expanded her research focus to investigate visual perception in early dementia and the impact of digital devices on visual health. Her work bridges fundamental vision science with clinical applications, particularly examining visual perception in vulnerable populations including the elderly and those with ocular diseases. Analysis of Dr. Asper's recent publications reveals a strong focus on neuro-ophthalmic assessment, particularly examining how traumatic brain injury affects visual processing and eye movement control. Her research also addresses contemporary issues related to digital device usage and its impact on visual comfort and binocular function. The interdisciplinary nature of her work spans vision science, neuroscience, optometry, and clinical rehabilitation. Dr. Asper leads the Sensory Processes Research Laboratory and maintains active membership with Optometry Australia. Her research demonstrates a consistent commitment to understanding fundamental visual processes while addressing clinically relevant questions that impact patient care. Her laboratory group has supervised numerous PhD and Honours students on projects related to perceptual learning, vertical yoked prisms, binocular vision testing, and the relationship between digital device usage and visual discomfort. Dr. Asper's work with the Sensory Processes Research Laboratory has established important connections between basic visual science and clinical applications in optometry.

• Vision Science
• Optometry
• Binocular Vision
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Beth Kinoshita is the Associate Dean of Academic Programs and a Professor at Pacific University College of Optometry. She teaches in the Optometry (OD), Vision Science (MSVS), and Vision Science (PhD) programs. Education: Residency in Contact Lenses, Pacific University, 2006 Doctor of Optometry (OD), Southern California College of Optometry, 2002 Bachelor of Science (BS), University of California at Santa Barbara, 1998 Dr. Kinoshita's research focuses on specialty contact lens design and fitting , particularly in pediatric populations. She is a member of the Contact Lens Assessment in Youth (CLAY) team, which examines risk factors for soft contact lens wear in children. Her work emphasizes clinical innovation and safety. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) Diplomate in the Cornea, Contact Lens and Refractive Technologies Section of the AAO As an educator, Dr. Kinoshita mentors interns and students in clinical settings and research projects, fostering continuous learning and engagement with emerging ideas in optometry. She is part of the CLAY research team, advancing understanding of contact lens applications in youth, and contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations within Pacific University's optometry and vision science departments.

• Specialty Contact Lens Design
• Contact Lens Fitting
• Pediatric Eye Health
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Jessica Tu, O.D., is a Clinical Associate Professor at the College of Optometry, University of Missouri–St. Louis. She serves as Co-Chief of Contact Lens Services, Cornea and Contact Lens Residency Coordinator, and Assistant Clinical Professor. Dr. Tu is a Fellow of the Academy of Optometry and an active member of the American Optometric Association and St. Louis Optometric Association. Earned her Bachelor of Science at the University of British Columbia Received her Optometry degree from Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Optometry Completed a residency in Cornea and Contact Lens at Indiana University School of Optometry Her professional focus areas include specialty contact lens fitting and myopia control , with clinical research contributions in these domains. She coordinates the dry eye clinic and serves as a clinical instructor in contact lens, primary care, and disease clinics. Dr. Tu is also a council member of the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education. Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Academy of Optometry

• Optometry
• Specialty Contact Lens Fitting
• Myopia Control
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