Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0669838]Researchers: Jamie Craig (Chief Investigator) , Nicolas Voelcker (Chief Investigator) , Mr Malcolm Plunkett (Partner Investigator)
Brief description Bio-MEMS eye sensor for continuous monitoring of intraocular pressure. Glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable blindness, particularly prevalent in the 60+ population, caused by elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Current treatment to monitor and prevent glaucoma-related blindness is by lowering IOP with eye-drops, laser therapy or surgery. This project directly benefits our aging population by ensuring independence and quality of life, whilst reducing long-term medical and social costs. By incorporating nanotechnology with ophthalmology we will provide an economic solution to long-term, reliable, home-monitoring of IOP. An implantable IOP sensor, will identify patients requiring more invasive treatment compared with those with less aggressive disease, leading to better health resource utilisation.
Funding Amount $120,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0669838
- ARC : LP0669838