The Bert M. Glaser, MD Award for Innovative Research in Retina
The Bert M. Glaser, MD Award honors early-career innovators whose recent research has significantly advanced understanding or treatment of retinal diseases, funded by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
Funder: Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 (one-time award; paid to winner’s employer for research use only)
Summary: Recognizes early-career investigators whose innovative discoveries have significantly advanced the understanding or treatment of retinal diseases.
Key Information: Discovery must have occurred within five years of application; ARVO membership required.
Description
This award honors early-career scientists or clinician-scientists in the retina field whose novel discoveries—such as a new drug, technique, or mechanistic insight—have profoundly advanced the understanding or treatment of retinal diseases or conditions. Established to commemorate the legacy of Dr. Bert M. Glaser, this annual award highlights transformative work accomplished within five years prior to application. The $10,000 prize is provided by the Glaser family through the ARVO Foundation and must be used strictly to further the winner’s research.
