On 29 October 2012, RNIB hosted a research workshop and networking event for researchers across the sight loss sector. The main aim of the event was to highlight some specific research projects have been completed or that are underway. But it was also a good opportunity for researchers who work in different organisations and who are based all around the country to share news and experiences in their area of work.
The event was well attended by colleagues from a number of different organisations. This is the second year that RNIB have hosted such an event, and feedback again this year has been excellent.
Below are details of the speakers, and where permission has been granted, links to the PowerPoint presentations that were used on the day.
Certification and registration processes, Dr Tammy Boyce
Highlights findings of research into the stages, barriers and delays that people face during certification and registration.
Insights from surveys, Sally McManus, Natcen Social Research
Overview of survey data and how it is being utilised in a number of projects to highlight the circumstances of people living with sight loss.
Optimum research project, Dr Dr Michelle O'Reilly and Dr Elena Sakkalou, UCL
Evaluation of early support and intervention in young children with visual impairment. Due to issues of confidentiality in this ongoing research we are unable to share the presentation at this stage.
The ENABLER project, Dr Graeme Douglas, University of Birmingham
Summary of work to date on the ENABLER project, which aims to improve the employment opportunities of blind and partially sighted people
Sight Loss and Vision Priority Setting Partnership, Michele Acton, Fight for Sight
Overview of research with patients, carers and eye health professionals to identify unanswered questions about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sight loss and eye conditions.
Achieving impact from research, Phil Rossall, Age UK
Summary of how Age UK is working to maximise the impact from their research.
Further information
If you would like any more details about the event, please contact the RNIB research team by emailing research@rnib.org.uk.