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(ARCHIVE) Welcome Sonja

The David J Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology is a leading research center for intraocular devices, continuing the work of renowned expert David J Apple. The lab focuses on improving IOL design, materials, and implantation techniques to avoid complications.

In staff, news, Jul 01, 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

Steinbeis Center

The David J Apple Center for Vision Research is a Steinbeis Research Center focused on intraocular devices, with research and clinical work managed within the center.

In lab, news, Mar 01, 2016

Albert Galand 1938 - 2015.

Albert Galand (1938-2015) was a pioneer in capsular IOL design and intra-capsular techniques. He developed novel capsulotomy methods, including the envelope technique, and designed lenses for capsular implantation. Galand was a strong advocate for in-the-bag fixation of IOLs and organized international meetings to promote this approach. His contributions to ophthalmology were significant, and his ideas continue to influence IOL development.

In pioneer, news, Jan 06, 2016

Seasonal greetings

The David J Apple Laboratory extends seasonal greetings, wishing clients and friends a Merry Christmas and a peaceful, prosperous, and healthy New Year. They look forward to working together in 2016.

In news, Dec 23, 2015

New Look for the Lab

Apple has expanded its use of recycled materials across its products, including 59% recycled aluminum, 45% certified recycled rare earth elements, and 30% certified recycled tin. The company aims to use only renewable or recyclable materials in its products and has made significant progress toward eliminating plastics from its packaging.

In news, Nov 02, 2015

Jan Worst 1928 to 2015

Jan Worst, a pioneer in intraocular lens (IOL) design and co-founder of Ophtec, died on September 25, 2015, in Groningen, Netherlands. He developed the iris claw lens and phakic IOLs, and his company, Ophtec, became a leading manufacturer of IOLs.

In pioneer, news, Oct 01, 2015

(Archive) Welcome Patrick

Dr. Patrick Merz, a research biotechnologist with six years of experience, joins the David J Apple International Laboratory for Ocular Pathology as Laboratory Leader, overseeing research programs and managing facilities.

In lab, news, May 01, 2015

Opacification after rTPA

The David J Apple Lab team and UK clinicians published a study on intraocular lens opacification after intracameral injection of recombinant tissue plasminogen activator to treat inflammatory membranes following cataract surgery.

In news, publication, Mar 18, 2015

DGII Award for Mary Attia

Dr. Mary Safwat Aziz Attia, an ophthalmologist at Heidelberg University Clinic, won the "Best Paper of the Session" award at the 2015 DGII meeting for her research on multifocal IOLs using the Salzburg Reading Desk.

In research, news, Mar 11, 2015