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The 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.
All talks are hybrid. You can join us in person at
You can also join us by zoom. Zoom link and information are on your right and in the calendar links above.
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Dr. Jillian N. Pearring is appointed as the Skillman Early Career Professor of Pediatric Ophthalmology Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Science at the University of Michigan. She holds a joint appointment in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology and is a member of the Center for Plasticity and Organ Design, Neuroscience Graduate Program, and Cell & Molecular Biology Graduate Program. Dr. Pearring started her first faculty appointment at U-M in 2017 following a postdoctoral fellowship at Duke University under the tutelage of Dr. Vadim Y. Arshavsky. Dr. Pearring's research program focuses on retinal photoreceptors, the sensory neurons detecting photons of light that enter the eye. Her lab studies neuronal differentiation, migration, and ciliation of photoreceptors during retinal development as well as the molecular and cellular processes used to form and maintain the light-sensitive outer segment organelle in mature photoreceptors. Ultimately, our research will provide a foundation to develop therapeutic strategies for patients suffering from inherited blindness. Complementary to her research program, Dr. Pearring is passionate about academic mentorship and DEI in STEM programs.