Research at Sightsavers
Our in-house experts carry out extensive research to ensure Sightsavers’ programmes are robust, efficient and effective.
What we do
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.
Our latest studies and publications
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Building a legacy of research evidence for a fairer and more inclusive world
This editorial introduces the supplement published in December 2025 to celebrate Sightsavers’...
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Compliance with spectacle use among schoolchildren in a school health programme in Islamabad, Pakistan
This article shares the results of a study comparing the use of...
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Revisiting the epidemiology of schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Chad
This article presents the result of a study conducted in Chad to...
Explore our work
Studies and publications
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
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.
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Evidence gap maps
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
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
In-house research that’s making a difference
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