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 publication investigates the cost-utility of population-based glaucoma screening in India.
This study aims to develop a trapping procedure for the principal intermediate...
This study aims to conduct a systematic analysis to assess models of...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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