Research Projects
Publications
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From the diagnosis of infectious keratitis to discriminating fungal subtypes a deep learningm based study
Deep learning based classification of fungal and Acanthamoeba keratitis using confocal microscopy
The microenvironment of ocular surface in keratoconus a systematic review
From touch to skill How tactile feedback is transforming simulation based medical education
A surgical skills assessment rubric for pterygium surgery
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A rare combination of late-onset post-LASIK keratectasia after early-onset central toxic keratopathy
A joinpoint and age-period-cohort analysis of ocular cancer secular trends in Iran from 2004 to 2016
A criticism on the article History of Bacterial Infection Diseases in Iran
TORC at a glance
Strategies
Conducting multi-center, interdisciplinary, and international research. Enhancing the role in advocacy, policymaking, and monitoring related to eye health. Expanding research clinics and social activities. Increasing the quantity and quality of research-based PhD programs. Expanding the scope and quality of educational and research activities. Participating in the development and commercialization of innovative technologies in pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, treatment, and education.
Our History
The Translational Ophthalmology Research Center was initially established as the Ophthalmology Research Center affiliated with Tehran University of Medical Sciences and Health Services. In 2002 (1381 in the Iranian calendar), it received its initial approval for operation from the Council for the Expansion of Medical Universities and officially began its activities in ophthalmology research. Its focus included national and regional topics, addressing health system challenges related to eye care, and contrib
Our Team
Faculty Members: Seyed-Farzad Mohammadi, MD, MPH, FICO (Director of the Research Center) Motahare Sadeghi, MD (Deputy Director of the Research Center) Elham Ashrafi, PhD (2008-2023) Administration:Executive Management: Youssef Arian Secretary: Behnaz Emami Adjunct Faculty: Soheil AdibMoghadam, MD Parviz Zarin Bakhsh, MD Farhad Nejat, MD Alireza Ramin Farinaz Drudgar, MD Sirous Alinia, PhD HamiedReza Dokht Taghirad, PhD Alireza Nuruzi, PhD Fatemeh Heidary, MD, MPH, FAAO, FICO Masoud Khorami Nejad, Ph
Research Tracks
This center operates in the following three research lines
Vision and missions
Mission Conducting ophthalmology research, particularly on national and regional issues, participating in solving health system challenges related to ophthalmology, and contributing to technological development in this field.
Books
Research center books
Archives of Persian Ophthalmology Journal
The Archives of Persian Ophthalmology (APO) is an open-access resource of narrative reviews and expert content articles on locally generated and applicable ophthalmic knowledge.
APO is a ‘publish per commissioned article’ journal that recruit authors for a series of commissioned topics on ophthalmology. Independent subjects and paper submissions are welcomed as far as being compatible with the APO approach in local knowledge synthesis and translation.
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The Ophthalmic Nurse
The Ophthalmic Nursing Journal began its publication in 2011 under the editorial leadership of Dr. Seyed Farzad Mohammadi. Each issue of the journal includes sections such as the introduction of specific eye diseases or complications, epidemiology of eye diseases, a series of optometry essentials for nurses, as well as the definition of terms and a Q&A section. Educational points are highlighted on the front and back covers of the journal, and these are elaborated upon in the content. Additionally, each issue features an appendix in the form of a poster, booklet, or clinical guide.
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Services and Products
Zarbina Software
An electronic dictionary of ophthalmology terminology. This glossary provides a comprehensive list of commonly used terms related to eye anatomy and physiology, congenital diseases and disorders, eye care, and conversational phrases used in the operating room, hospital wards, and ophthalmology clinics. Additionally, it explains common surgical procedures, their implementation, and basic care instructions for patients visiting an ophthalmology center
Genetic Counseling Clinic
The Genetic Counseling Clinic aims to provide more accurate diagnoses of hereditary eye diseases and optimize patient care. Through specialized consultations, selection and interpretation of genetic tests, it helps with diagnosis, disease prognosis, and necessary guidance for the individual and their family
News
Representatives of the Damari Community Ophthalmology Research Center Participate in the National Workshop on Developing Service Packages for the Poursan Program
Meeting of the Scientific Committee of the 7th Call for Translational Ophthalmology Grants focusing on the Brain Retina Axis Held at Farabi Hospital
Meeting of the Scientific Committee of the 7th Call for Translational Ophthalmology Grants focusing on the BrainRetina Axis Held at Farabi Hospital
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A joint meeting of Damari Community Ophthalmology Research Center with the School of Public Health and the National Institute for Health Research was held at Farabi Hospital
Call for Applications Postdoctoral Researcher Position Translational Ophthalmology Reseaech Center(TORC), Farabi Eye Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
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Scientific Diplomacy A Bridge Between Farabi Eye Hospital and the World Health Organization
The 40th Day Memorial of Professor Hormoz Shams
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Active Participation of Archieves of Persian Ophthalmology in the Editorial Board Meeting of Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Meeting between the Translational Ophthalmology Research Center and the Iranian Management Association in the field of knowledge management