Accomplishments and Plans

During the first 40 years of its existence, RRF has participated actively in  basic science retina research through several coordinated avenues of investigation. It has established collaborations with several international and national organizations to present research awards to deserving scientists.


ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Established worldwide research network by negotiating agreements with the leading institutions and professional organizations in vision science worldwide for the enhancement and globalization of RRF Programs.

Collaborting Organizations		Name Of Project
Baylor College Of Medicine		RRF Research Chair
American Academy of Ophthalmology		Educational Trust Fund
Retina Society		Award of Merit in Retina Research
Association for Research and Vision  In Ophthalmology		ARVO Travel Awards
American Society of Retina Specialists		Gertrude Pyron Award
University of Wisconsin Department and Eye Research Institute		Chairs and Professorships
Club Jules Gonin Swiss Ophthalmological Society International Congress of Ophthalmology		Gonin Lecturer Gonin Medal
Schepens International Society International Society of Eye Research		Paul Kayser International Award Charles L. Schepens MD/AAO Award
International Council of Ophthalmology		ICO International Helmerich Fellowships
Pan American Ophthalmological Assn.		Gillingham Fellowships
		Kayser Scholars

PLANS

Continue to build an organization oriented to the future and worthy of a legacy created by four decades of service.

Expand current programs in line with changing priorities of the retina research community

Strengthen the RRF worldwide network with collaborating organizations.

Maintain the highest standards of scientific and financial accountability in conducting RRF programs.

 

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