Scientific Innovations

Since our inception in 1990, we have collaborated with international scientists, clinicians, and industry to develop innovative solutions to advance knowledge in ophthalmology, optometry, and beyond.

Every year, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) gives us the opportunity to glimpse into the future and engage with researchers from around the world to address the most challenging questions in ophthalmology.

Find out more about ARVO 2026 here.

 

However, our dedication to research and collaboration with scientists is not limited to the annual congresses. It is an integral part of our ongoing commitment to drive innovations that ultimately improve patient care.

Browse through examples of our contributions to science or explore research highlights that involve Heidelberg Engineering technologies.

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Research Timeline

Navigate this scientific timeline to find out more about how Heidelberg Engineering has been researching, collaborating and continuously optimising ophthalmic imaging and healthcare IT technologies over several decades.

Every step of the way, the goal of our many collaborations with scientists, clinicians and industry partners has been − and continues to be − to develop clinically relevant, innovative products to empower clinicians to improve patient care.

UNCOVER Recent Innovations

Explore some of the research topics identified by our team as particularly thought-provoking or promising in the run up to this year’s ARVO congress.

  • Posterior Segment & Glaucoma

  • Anterior Segment

  • Artificial Intelligence & Health IT

Please note: This page presents general research topics and related publications to allow the science to speak for itself. For technologies that are part of our commercial product portfolio, additional information is provided with links to the relevant product pages. Technologies shown that are not commercially available are not for sale and do not reflect current or planned product releases.

A Whole Eye montage composed of 5 images acquired using ANTERION and 6 images acquired using SPECTRALIS. Composite image deliberately not to scale for promotional purposes only.