Restore Vision team participates in DOG 2024 Congress
The Restore Vision team attended the 122nd Congress of the Deutsche Ophthalmologische Gesellschaft (DOG) – the oldest ophthalmological society globally – in Berlin from October 10 to 13.
This year’s congress, themed “International Collaboration, Cooperation and Networks,” aimed to enhance cross-border exchanges and foster collaboration among ophthalmology professionals. Key topics included advancements in artificial intelligence, surgical implants, and transplant surgery.
The event attracted 3,183 participants and featured a robust scientific agenda, comprising three keynote lectures, ten DOG updates, four International Expert Talks, and various symposia, courses, and workshops.
The Restore Vision group at DOG 2024.
During the congress, different Restore Vision members shared some of their research findings. Prof Thomas Ritter chaired the session “High risk corneal transplantation – quo vadis” which also included a presentation from project lead Prof. Claus Cursiefen.
Prof. Claus Cursiefen presenting.
In addition, Daniela Braz from INSERM discussed her study on mineralo-glucocorticoid pathways in corneal wound healing, while Karina Hadrian from the University of Cologne presented her work on the Aey80 mutation in the Pax 6 gene, which is linked to an age-dependent aniridia phenotype in a mouse model.
Dr. Karina Hadrian presenting her poster
A highlight of the congress was the recognition of Prof. Claus Cursiefen, who was awarded the prestigious Von-Graefe Prize 2024. This esteemed award, presented biennially since 1876, honors outstanding scientific contributions in ophthalmology within German-speaking regions. Read more here News | CRC 1607