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Dr. rer. nat. Sonja Schickhardt is an organic chemist and the Laboratory Leader.
Posts by Sonja Schickhardt
New IOL material - xPIB
Researchers have developed a novel intraocular lens (IOL) made of crosslinked polyisobutylene (xPIB), which showed promising results in terms of material quality and optical performance. The Eyedeal lens demonstrated lower glistening density and a higher contact angle compared to the AcrySof lens, a widely used control. The study suggests that xPIB could be a suitable material for IOLs, with clinical trials already underway in China and planned for Europe.
In Lab research, Mar 11, 2024
Congratulations Max!
Maximilian Hammer, a research student at the David J Apple Lab, won the 2020 MLP Medical Excellence Scholarship in the "Science" category, a 4000-euro award for outstanding German medical students.
In Laboratory, News, Nov 26, 2020
CSI: Heidelberg. Episode 4 DMEK with EndoArt®
The EndoArt, an artificial endothelial replacement membrane, has shown promising results in treating chronic corneal edema. This dome-shaped, 50-μm thick implant is made of a flexible, hydrophilic acrylic material and is designed to replace the diseased endothelium. It is implanted using the "push through" technique and has been shown to significantly reduce central corneal thickness and improve visual acuity in patients. The device has several advantages over traditional donor tissue, including being off-the-shelf, non-biological, and not requiring immunosuppressive treatment.
In news, Clinical, Oct 11, 2020
CSI:Heidelberg Episode 2
"CSI Heidelberg Episode 2 focuses on multifocal and EDOF (Extended Depth of Focus) intraocular lens (IOL) technology, highlighting their features, benefits, and challenges.
In news, publication, Oct 01, 2018 A dip into our Archives
Multifocal intraocular lenses (IOLs) have advanced significantly, offering improved visual outcomes and spectacle independence after cataract surgery. These lenses divide light into different focuses, enhancing near vision but potentially causing halos, glare, and lower contrast sensitivity. Recent research aims to optimize their optical design, and careful patient selection and surgical technique are crucial for success.
In publication, Sep 07, 2017 CSI: Heidelberg Episode 3
"CSI Heidelberg Episode 3 focuses on multifocal and extended depth-of-focus (EDOF) intraocular lens (IOL) technology, highlighting the differences and working principles of various presbyopia-correcting IOLs."
In news, publication, Aug 30, 2016 CSI:Heidelberg Episode 1
The Winner - Best Video at the annual meeting of ESCRS 2018 in Vienna. This is the first epsiode of a series about the work done in the laboratory. The first video was shot in a CSI: Crime Scene Investigation style. The video series informs the viewer how we operate.
In news, publication, Aug 30, 2016 2016 Heidelberg Helmholtz Symposium
The 2016 Heidelberg Helmholtz Symposium, hosted by the David J Apple Center for Vision Research, features workshops and presentations on contemporary ophthalmology topics, with all didactic sessions in German.
In news, Jun 29, 2016