Carl Camras Translational Research Awards
The Carl Camras Translational Research Awards honor early-career researchers for innovative vision science with immediate clinical impact, supported by the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology.
Funder: Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
Due Dates: October 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: $12,000 one-time award
Summary: Recognizes young investigators for outstanding translational research in vision science with clear clinical application potential.
Description
The award celebrates early-career researchers (age 45 or younger) who have demonstrated excellence in vision research and have made fundamental scientific discoveries or developed novel technologies with clear and relatively immediate potential for clinical application. Named in honor of Dr. Carl Camras, a leader in glaucoma research, this award supports the next generation of innovators bridging the gap between basic science and patient care in ophthalmology.
