Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision Research
This award recognizes the seminal contributions of Michael D. Oberdorfer, PhD in support of low vision research. Dr. Oberdorfer served for many years at the National Eye Institute (NEI) as director of Strabismus, Amblyopia and Visual Processing and director of Low Vision and Blindness Rehabilitation for the NEI Extramural Research Program. His support of low vision research led to an expansion of funded grants in that field. First presented in 2012, the Oberdorfer Award in Low Vision Research is supported by the Lighthouse Guild through the ARVO Foundation.
Envision-Atwell Award
The award was originally named the Atwell Award, in honor of long-time low vision research supporter Constance Atwell. While on staff at the National Eye Institute, Dr. Atwell played a pivotal role in encouraging and motivating high quality low vision research. The Envision-Atwell Award is given to an ARVO presenter who is a junior investigator, defined as an individual who is currently a student, post-doctoral researcher, or junior faculty member with less than five years since their last professional degree.
ISLRR Travel Fellowship
ISLRR offers travel fellowships to promising students and young professionals in the field of vision rehabilitation, providing them with the opportunity to attend ISLRRs Vision conference and gain invaluable knowledge and experience. This initiative not only recognizes the potential of the next generation of vision rehabilitation professionals but also fosters a sense of community and collaboration among attendees.