EAOO European Academy of Optometry and Optics

26/09/2025

⏳ The countdown is on – only 5 days left to submit your abstract for EAOO 2026!

Your research and ideas deserve the spotlight. Join us in Riga and be part of an inspiring scientific programme.

👉 Abstract deadline: September 30, 2025

🔗 Submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI16qq6jgbgQWSwSzpEws7xcrez9cabV6v-h-X4ppDRLJmwg/viewform

24/09/2025

Get to Know the Keynote Speaker of EAOO 2026, Riga

Professor Konrad Pesudovs PhD, a SHARP Professor at the University of New South Wales with over 300 research papers, more than 130,000 citations and an H-index above 80, is the world’s most cited optometrist and has received internationally recognised honours including International Optometrist of the Year (2018), the H Barry Collin Medal (2020), the Glenn Fry Award Lecture (2021) and more.

As a leader in ophthalmology outcomes research, Professor Konrad Pesudovs created the global Eye-tem Bank Project, which integrates computer-adaptive testing and drives an interdisciplinary approach linking visual performance with quality of life, thereby improving ophthalmic care through patient-centred measures.

23/09/2025

⏳ Only 1 week left to submit your abstract for EAOO 2026!
Don’t miss your chance to share your research, insights, and expertise with leading professionals in optometry and optics.

👉 Deadline: September 30, 2025
🔗 Submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI16qq6jgbgQWSwSzpEws7xcrez9cabV6v-h-X4ppDRLJmwg/viewform

Be part of and help shape the future of vision care! 👁️✨

18/09/2025

The world is moving fast – incredible innovations, smarter tools, and digitalization are reshaping vision care.

But at the heart of all progress, one constant remains: the human being.
That’s why the upcoming EAOO 2026 meeting puts the spotlight on what matters most: quality of life.

How we make professional choices.
How we integrate innovation.
How we impact people’s lives.

👁️ Vision for Quality of Life is more than a theme – it’s our shared responsibility.

👉 Bring your voice.
👉 Share your expertise.
👉 Show what you stand for.

📌 Key dates to remember:
* September 30 – abstract submission deadline.
* May 15–17 – join your community at the EAOO 2026 meeting in Riga.

17/09/2025

✨ Continuing Our Collaboration with the Fielmann Academy ✨
We’re delighted to once again join forces with the Fielmann Academy at Ploen Castle for this year’s Colloquia! 🙌

👀 Topic: Keratoconus

🗓 Date & Time: October 8, 2025, at 18:30 CET

📄 View programme and register here: https://eaoo.online/keratoconus-2nd-international-joint-colloquium-with-fielmann-academy-at-ploen-castle/

✅ CPD Credits: UK-based optometrists can claim 2 CPD points in the 'Clinical Practice' domain.

This webinar is just 3 weeks away—don’t miss the chance to connect, learn, and exchange knowledge with colleagues across Europe. 🌍💡

15/09/2025

⏳ Only 2 weeks left to submit your abstract for EAOO 2026!

Don’t miss the chance to share your research, ideas, and expertise with leading professionals in optometry and optics from across Europe and beyond.

📅 Deadline: 30 September 2025 — only 15 days left!

✅ Share your research and contribute to the EAOO 2026 scientific programme.
🏆 Awards & Grants
We are pleased to offer:
EAOO Best Poster Award
Karen Sparrow Award (€1,000 grant) for students and early career researchers

🎓 Don’t miss this chance to showcase your work, gain recognition, and secure support for your research!

👉 Submit here: https://eaooconference.com/

📧 Questions? Contact us at info@eaooconference.com

We look forward to seeing you in Riga!

10/09/2025

✨ Continuing Our Collaboration with the Fielmann Academy ✨

We’re excited to team up again with the Fielmann Academy Ploen Castle to host this year’s Colloquia! 🙌

👀 Topic: Keratoconus – practical, state-of-the-art insights from renowned speakers

🗓 When: October 8, 2025, at 18:30 CET

📄 See the full programme: https://eaoo.online/keratoconus-2nd-international-joint-colloquium-with-fielmann-academy-at-ploen-castle/

🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yz-j4Z_yTfeBO_YVdkdYpw #/registration

Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and share knowledge with colleagues across Europe. 🌍💡

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08/09/2025

🚨 Don’t forget to register! 🚨

Join us for the next EAOO Academy Hour 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

🗓 Date: 10 September
⏰ Time: 19:00 CET
🎯 Title: FEAOO: Introduction to the Fellowship Programme

Are you thinking about applying for Fellowship? This session is for you!
✅ Learn more about the programme
✅ Discover the benefits of becoming a Fellow
✅ Get tips on how to get started

👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-TX8Vh5BREmd839uTFiBaw #/registration

We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

01/09/2025

🧠 Abstract Submission is NOW OPEN!

📅 Deadline: 30 September 2025 — only 1 month left!

✅ Share your research and contribute to the EAOO 2026 scientific programme.
🏆 Awards & Grants
We are pleased to offer:
EAOO Best Poster Award
Karen Sparrow Award (€1,000 grant) for students and early career researchers

🎓 Don’t miss this chance to gain recognition and support for your work!

👉 Submit here: https://eaooconference.com/

📧 Questions? Contact us at info@eaooconference.com

We look forward to seeing you in Riga!

25/08/2025

Join Us for the Next EAOO Academy Hour

Date: 10 September
Time: 7.00 PM CET
Title: FEAOO: Introduction to the Fellowship Programme

Are you considering applying for Fellowship? Then this session is for you! Learn more about the programme, the benefits of becoming a Fellow, and how to get started.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-TX8Vh5BREmd839uTFiBaw #/registration

We look forward to seeing you there!

28/07/2025

📣 Exciting News from EAOO!

We’re delighted to announce that the next EAOO Conference will be held in Riga, Latvia, from 15–17 May 2026!

📍 Venue: The Academic Center of the University of Latvia – a modern, dynamic setting for our annual gathering of professionals in optometry and optics.

🧠 Abstract Submission is NOW OPEN!
📅 Deadline: 30 September 2025

✅ Share your research and contribute to the EAOO 2026 scientific programme.

🏆 Awards & Grants
We are pleased to offer:
EAOO Best Poster Award
Karen Sparrow Award (€1,000 grant) for students and early career researchers

🎓 Don’t miss this chance to gain recognition and support for your work!
👉 Submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI16qq6jgbgQWSwSzpEws7xcrez9cabV6v-h-X4ppDRLJmwg/viewform

📧 Questions? Contact us at info@eaooconference.com
We look forward to seeing you in Riga!

26/06/2025

📅 Save the Date!
We’re excited to announce that the EAOO 2026 Conference – Vision for Quality of Life will take place from 15–17 May 2026 in beautiful Riga, Latvia.

🏛️ Venue:
The Academic Centre of the University of Latvia – House of Science

Join leading professionals in optometry and optics for an inspiring event focused on innovation, collaboration, and enhancing quality of life through vision care.

🔗 Learn more: https://eaooconference.com/