Beatrix Feigl

Beatrix Feigl is an Associate Professor in the School of Medicine and Faculty of Health at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). She holds an MD from the Medical University of Graz, Austria, and a PhD from QUT. Her research focuses on melanopsin-expressing retinal ganglion cells and their role in eye diseases (e.g., macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes) and neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson’s. She employs morphological, pupillometric, and genetic techniques to study visual and non-visual (circadian and sleep) functions. Key awards include the Honorary Senior Scientist title at the Queensland Eye Institute (2011). She has led Australian Competitive Grant-funded projects exploring melanopsin function and visual pathways. Her work spans clinical trials (e.g., daylight therapy for Parkinson’s) and methodological advancements in photoreceptor assessment. Supervision topics include light’s impact on circadian rhythms and neuroretinal disease. Affiliations include roles as an Associate Editor of Acta Ophthalmologica and memberships in ARVO and ophthalmological societies.