Our research focuses on eye health, neglected tropical diseases, education and social inclusion. We use the evidence we generate to inform Sightsavers’ programmes in the countries where we work.
This study will evaluate the feasibility of carrying out integrated protocols in...
This study will evaluate the feasibility of carrying out integrated protocols in...
This study aims to understand the reasons behind the continued high prevalence...
We run research studies around the world to generate evidence for our programmes, and we contribute to the global knowledge base by publishing our results in peer-reviewed journals.
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Rapid assessments of avoidable blindness (RAABs) help us understand the scale and cause of visual impairment in a country or region, so we can target our eye health programmes effectively.
View our RAAB surveys
Evidence gap maps are a helpful visual tool that allow us to present available evidence and highlight gaps for future research, which can be used by academics, research institutions and policymakers.
Explore our evidence gap maps
Eye health systems assessments (EHSAs) are a comprehensive review of the eye health care delivery system, based on a set methodology, on which to base system strengthening work and targeted eye health programmes.
View our eye health systems assessments
The goal of our research is to generate evidence that our programme teams can use to improve lives around the world. Sightsavers’ research strategy aims to integrate research into programmes at every stage, from design to implementation.
About our research approach© 2025 by Sightsavers, Inc., Business Address for all correspondence: One Boston Place, Suite 2600, Boston, MA 02108.
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