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The Brunson Center for Translational Vision Research Distinguished Speaker Series, also known as "Friday Seminars" showcases innovative research across the world. The seminar series has now been expanded to include lectures by experts on topics ranging from Ophthalmology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Neurobiology, Imaging, Computational Sciences to Novel Ophthalmic Treatments.
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Guilherme Testa-Silva, Ph.D., is a vision scientist whose research focuses on understanding the cellular and physiological mechanisms underlying visual function and developing innovative approaches to restore sight. He serves as Head of Physiological Technologies at the Institute of Molecular and Clinical Ophthalmology Basel (IOB), where he leads interdisciplinary research combining physiological, molecular, and advanced imaging approaches to study the retina and visual system. His work investigates how retinal cells and visual circuits function and how alterations in these systems contribute to vision loss. Dr. Testa-Silva’s research has contributed to the development of technologies for studying retinal activity and exploring new strategies for vision restoration, including approaches that use engineered biological systems to enable light sensitivity in blind retinas. His laboratory aims to translate advances in visual physiology and technology into new therapeutic approaches that can restore sight and improve quality of life for individuals with vision loss.