Justyn Regini

Justyn Regini is a Lecturer at the School of Optometry and Vision Sciences, Cardiff University, with research focused on the biophysical and biochemical properties of ocular tissues. His work primarily investigates alpha-crystallin—a molecular chaperone in the lens—and its role in cataract formation and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis.

• BSc (Hons) Geology (1989)
• MSc Radiation Physics (1990)
• PhD Biophysics (1994)

Research spans:

• Lens and corneal transparency mechanisms
• Ageing-related protein modifications (glycation/oxidation)
• Structural studies using X-ray scattering and neutron diffraction at synchrotrons in the UK, France, and Japan
• Comparative analysis of cephalopod eye lenses to inform next-generation intraocular implants

Publications highlight collaborations with institutions including Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, University of Illinois, and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, with funding from Research into Ageing, BBSRC, and Fight for Sight.

Teaching roles include module leadership for

• First-year Geometric Optics (aberrations, optical systems)
• Ocular Anatomy & Physiology (cornea, lens, comparative anatomy)
• Third-year dissertation projects
• MSc Study Skills

Committee memberships: Postgraduate Committee, Teaching and Learning Committee.