The Bert M. Glaser, MD Award from ARVO recognizes early-career researchers for innovative, field-changing discoveries in retinal disease understanding or treatment.
Funder: Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Due Dates: October 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $10,000 one-time award; funds disbursed to recipient's employer for research use only.
Summary: Recognizes early-career investigators for innovative research that has significantly advanced the understanding or treatment of retinal diseases.
This award celebrates early-career investigators whose innovative research has significantly advanced the understanding or treatment of retinal diseases. It honors discoveries—such as new drugs, techniques, or critical insights into disease mechanisms—that have profoundly changed the field of retinal science. Established in memory of Dr. Bert M. Glaser, the award highlights transformative contributions and supports further research in retina.