Siofra Harrington

Siofra Harrington is a Lecturer in the Department of Optometry at the School of Physics, Clinical and Optometric Sciences, Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin). A CORU-registered optometrist with over 30 years of clinical experience, she specializes in paediatric vision and sport vision applications within academic and clinical settings.

Her educational background includes:

• Diploma in Optometry (Honours 2.1) from Dublin Institute of Technology (1989)
• PhD
• Diploma in Sport Vision (2005)
• Diabetic Grading Certification (2012)

Dr. Harrington's research focuses on practical clinical applications for children and athletes, particularly in dominant eye measurement protocols and specialized contact lens solutions. Her work bridges binocular vision assessment with sport performance optimization, addressing unique challenges in paediatric populations through innovative clinical techniques.

Her 2006 publication established foundational methods for measuring dominant eye in young children, demonstrating her commitment to advancing paediatric sport vision assessment within evidence-based practice frameworks.

Professional recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Association of Optometrists Ireland (FAOI)

She supervises pre-registration optometry students and teaches across all clinical years at TU Dublin, with documented mentorship of six pre-registration students during private practice. Her instruction spans primary care clinics, paediatric vision, and specialized contact lens fitting.

Active in TU Dublin's clinical ecosystem, she oversees student training in dispensing optics, binocular vision assessment, and specialized clinics serving diverse patient populations including children with learning difficulties and athletes.