# LCD Eye Lenses These Eye Lenses Can Cure Aging-Related Long-Sightedness By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-10-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-lens References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/liquid-crystal-eye-lens/39900/) & [leeds.ac.uk](http://www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article/3775/is_the_end_in_sight_for_reading_glasses) Researchers at the [University of Leeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquidfilled-panel) 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highend-progressive-lens). 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koushicare-lumineyes), but these ones are unique in that they can cure long-sightedness that occurs as a result of natural aging. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **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. - **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. - **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. ### Where This Applies - **Eyewear and Eye Care:** The eyewear and eye care industry is poised to witness transformative innovation with the introduction of adjustable artificial eye lenses. - **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. - **Contact Lens Manufacturing:** UltraVision CLPL's contribution to the LCD eye lenses technology highlights the potential for innovation in the contact lens manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spiralled Shape Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiral-diopter.md) - [Adaptive Autofocus Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ixi-2.md) - [Autofocus-Providing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hightech-autofocus-eyewear.md) - [Nano Projector Nearsightedness Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kubota-glass-eyeglasses.md) - [Transforming Liquid-Lens Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/32-degrees-north.md) - [Myopia-Focused Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myopia-control.md) - [AR-Enabled Contact Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojo-vision.md) - [Adaptive Eyewear Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-lens.md) - [Age-Related Ocular Degeneration Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tenpoint-yuvezzi.md)