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LCD Eye Lenses

These Eye Lenses Can Cure Aging-Related Long-Sightedness

— October 19, 2015 — Tech
Researchers at the University of Leeds are developing a completely adjustable artificial LCD eye lens. These lenses will be able to replace presbyopic lenses used by middle-aged and senior persons whose eye lenses become stiffer and less flexible once.

The technology is being developed and refined in collaboration with UltraVision CLPL, a company that focuses on manufacturing specialized contact lenses. It is expected that these LCD eye lenses will be available for sale on the wider market within the next decade. This amazing technology is sure to provide a lot of relief and added convenience for people suffering from presbyopia.

There have been a few developments in the field of artificial eye lenses, but these ones are unique in that they can cure long-sightedness that occurs as a result of natural aging.



Trend Themes
1. Adjustable Artificial Eye Lenses - The development of adjustable artificial LCD eye lenses offers huge opportunities for improving vision and disrupting the traditional presbyopic lenses market.
2. Curing Long-sightedness - The ability of LCD eye lenses to cure long-sightedness caused by age-related changes can transform the field of eye care and create opportunities for disruptive innovation.
3. Personalized Eye Care Solutions - The emergence of adjustable artificial eye lenses highlights the potential for personalized eye care solutions that cater to individual needs and preferences.
Industry Implications
1. Eyewear and Eye Care - The eyewear and eye care industry is poised to witness transformative innovation with the introduction of adjustable artificial eye lenses.
2. Medical Devices - With LCD eye lenses being developed as a medical solution for age-related long-sightedness, the field of medical devices stands to benefit from this innovation.
3. Contact Lens Manufacturing - UltraVision CLPL's contribution to the LCD eye lenses technology highlights the potential for innovation in the contact lens manufacturing industry.
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