The School of Optometry is one of the five academic units in the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences and is a research hub in Optometry with international recognition. The School focuses on two research areas, namely myopia and the ageing eye. The aim of our myopia research is to unravel the cellular mechanism of myopia and develop clinical interventions to prevent and halt its development and progression. Our ageing eye research focuses on understanding the physiological ageing processes leading to vision loss and the pathogenesis of age-related eye diseases including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and retinal degeneration.
The School invites high calibre students with evidence of academic excellence, research ability and good communication skills to apply for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy (MPhil) studies.
Please visit our website for more information about our research areas and programmes.
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Centre for Myopia Research
The Centre for Myopia Research conducts clinical, genomic and proteomic research using a multi-disciplinary approach, pulling in expertise from all areas of clinical and basic science. In the past few years, the Centre’s researchers have made significant discoveries in myopia control strategies such as novel lens designs and overnight corneal remodelling therapy. These results have led to further downstream developments and applications.
Optometry Research Clinic
The School established the Optometry Research Clinic in 2013 and it was brought into full operation for translational and clinical research in 2016. Four cubicles are equipped with standard sets of optometry equipment, and the remaining four cubicles are furnished with specialised instruments for optometry research related to advanced ophthalmic imaging of anterior and posterior eye segments; ocular motility and visual functions; dry eye and contact lenses; and advanced ophthalmic dispensing.
Other Major Research Facilities
Apart from the Centre for Myopia Research and the Optometry Research Clinic, the School has set up various laboratories such as the Visual Neuroscience Laboratory, Future Optometry Laboratory and Ocular Anatomy Laboratory, to expand the frontiers of our research.
Interested students are encouraged to approach our faculty members (click here for the list of staff) to discuss their research proposals.
Please address your enquiries to Departmental Research Committee Secretary (email: so.rpg@polyu.edu.hk).
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Academic Referee's Report |
Compulsory - Two Academic Referee's Reports are required for the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS); Optional - For PolyU Research Postgraduate programmes |
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Curriculum Vitae |
Compulsory |
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Research Proposal |
Compulsory - A standard form must be used for the submission of research proposal. Please click here to download the form. |
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Transcript / Certificate |
Compulsory
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Others |
Optional - Publication records, scholarships, awards/prizes and class rankings (with supporting documents) |