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About
The Vision Health Research Center (VHRC) was established in 2011, and in 2018 it officially proceeded under the supervision of Semnan University of Medical Sciences. The VHRC operates with the overarching goal of translating laboratory-based discoveries into clinically applicable therapies. It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together expertise from ophthalmology, medical biotechnology, biomedical engineering, optometry, and psychology. This collaborative environment fosters the development of innovative approaches to corneal diseases, ocular surface disorders, and visual rehabilitation strategies.
The mission of VHRC is not only to provide cutting-edge treatments to patients in Iran and neighboring countries but also to contribute to the global advancement of vision science and ophthalmology through original research, international collaborations, and scientific dissemination. By bridging the gap between basic science, translational research, and clinical practice, VHRC positions itself as a unique model of how a specialized clinical setting can simultaneously function as a hub for innovation, education, and patient-centered care.
Affiliation
Vision Health Research Center, Semnan University of Medical Science, Semnan, Iran
Head of The Vision Health Research Center (VHRC)
Corneal surgeon, founder, professor of ophthalmology, pioneer of stem cell transplantation for chemical injuries.
Contact US
Address:
5th Floor, No. 8, Second Alley, Valiasr Ave., opposite Day Hospital, Tehran, Iran
Semnan, Hakim Elahi Boulevard, next to Hakim Elahi 16
Tel :+98-2188196862 / +98-2188196871
Email:
vhrc@semums.ac.ir