The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute

Even in an age of screen readers and voice commands, braille remains an important tool for literacy and inclusion. Research at @skeri (http://ow.ly/mxL750CZZ16) and around the world strives to improve understanding, learning, and adoption of reading by touch. #worldbrailleday

Best wishes for warmth, family, and good health from SKERI in this unusual holiday season. Stay safe, reach out to your loved ones, and remember that from here on out, the days are getting longer!

Congratulations to SKERI senior scientist August Colenbrander, recognized as a 2020 Unsung Hero by the American Academy of Ophthalmology! Dr. Colenbrander’s work expands vision rehabilitation beyond the eyes alone, to the functioning of the whole person.

This week, SKERI is thankful for our amazing employees, postdocs, interns, volunteers and participants who are the heart of what we do. We wish everyone the comfort of peace, friends, and family, whether you’re together or apart!

Today is Public Health Thank You Day! We appreciate the efforts of our researchers to understand the visual system, treat disorders of the eye, and develop rehabilitation technologies. #PHTYD #PublicHealthHeroes.