Research reports

Our research is linked to the priorities set out in RNIB's strategy. The focus is to provide an evidence base that supports the organisation's ambitious goals so that we can have the greatest positive impact on blind and partially sighted people's lives.

Our research is either carried out by RNIB, or is commissioned on behalf of RNIB.

If you can't find what you're looking for in our reports section, you should also consult our Research Library.

If you are the author of work which was hosted on the Tiresias site and you would like your work to appear on the research section of the RNIB website, please email us at research@rnib.org.uk.

Recently added reports

The estimated prevalence of visual impairment among people with learning disabilities in the UK

A new report examining the number of people with learning disabilities in the UK who are blind or partially sighted or have refractive error.

The barriers and enablers that affect access to primary and secondary eye care services across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland

In 2011, RNIB commissioned the independent research organisation Shared Intelligence to undertake research to identify the barriers and enables that affect access to primary and secondary eye care services across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The research is part of RNIB's Community Engagement Projects, an initiative to pilot a range of evidence based eye health interventions to understand what models can help increase uptake of eye care services and treatment.

Psychometric tests for blind and partially sighted people.

Psychometric or standardised tests are assessments that measure knowledge, abilities, attitudes and personality traits. They are used in education and recruitment and can consist of written, online or oral tests. Blind and partially sighted individuals are potentially disadvantaged by the use of these tests.

A survey of the social activity of blind and partially sighted young people

Post-14 transitions - A survey of the social activity and social networking of blind and partially sighted young people: Technical Report

Last updated: 5 December 2011

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