Open Access
Add to BibSonomy
Abstract
This feature issue collects articles presented at the tenth Visual and Physiological Optics meeting (VPO2022), held August 29–31, 2022, in Cambridge, UK. This joint feature issue between Biomedical Optics Express and Journal of the Optical Society of America A includes articles that cover the broad range of topics addressed at the meeting and examples of the current state of research in the field.
© 2023 Optica Publishing Group
The tenth edition of the Visual and Physiological Optics meeting (VPO2022) took place on August 29–31, 2022, in Cambridge, United Kingdom. After a two-year delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 100 researchers showcased their latest innovations in the field of visual optics and vision sciences. A diverse range of topics were explored across the full spectrum of the field, from advanced instrumentation for adaptive optics and imaging to the evaluation of ocular biometry, biomechanics, and optical properties with applications in myopia, presbyopia, refraction, and correcting lenses. The Visual and Physiological Optics community is highly dynamic, characterized by the rapid translation of fundamental scientific findings into practical applications. In this feature issue collection, readers will discover excellent examples of this, along with a comprehensive compilation of articles covering most of the topics presented at the VPO meeting.
Starting from basic science, Hughes et al. provide valuable insights into the basic structure of ocular aberrations in infants [1]. This feature issue includes more examples of studies describing ocular aberrations, not only those occurring along the central axis but also those affecting vision in the peripheral retina [2,3]. The investigation of the peripheral retina has emerged as a prominent research area, driven by its potential implications for myopia development. This feature issue introduces innovative scanning devices to assess the peripheral optics of the eye [4,5], as well as optical testing of novel spectacles designed to slow down myopia progression in children [6]. Myopia research is also the topic of the study by Breher et al., challenging the hypothesis that intraocular scattering inhibits myopia [7].
In general, a better understanding of the anterior optics of the eye helps in the design of new refractive corrections. In this context, the optical design of intraocular lenses (IOLs) that are implanted after cataract surgery stands out as a highly dynamic field. The articles in this collection include unconventional and modern approaches, such as the intraocular pinhole [8], an innovative intraocular meniscus IOL [9], and the Devil IOL [10].
Advances in imaging techniques, specifically those related to eye movement correction and enhanced image processing, play a crucial role in the improvement of OCT corneal imaging [11], fundus imaging, and retinal microscopy [12]. Additionally, significant progress has been made in various optical techniques related to vision. Researchers specializing in low vision have successfully developed improved optical aids to assist individuals with vision loss [13]. Furthermore, the use of holographic filters holds promise for personalized amblyopia treatments [14]. Virtual reality (VR) displays are gaining increasing attention both in society and in the research domain. Güzel et al. detailed a pioneering glasses-free VR display specifically tailored for individuals with visual impairments [15].
Finally, psychophysical methods for assessing visual performance are well-represented in this collection. These encompass a laser system to assess brightness perception in two-photon vision [16], novel tests designed to evaluate functional vision for toric contact lens wearers [17] and the innovative assessment of dynamic aspects of vision concerning rapid defocus changes made possible by the use of tunable lenses [18,19]. A new metric to quantify contrast sensitivity that may help to describe and follow up visual performance of aberrated eyes was also proposed [20].
These papers, together with other recently published work on the topics [21–36], provide an up-to-date sample across the current state of research in most fields and sub-fields of Visual and Physiological Optics. We hope that readers of Biomedical Optics Express and JOSA A will enjoy reading these papers and find them inspiring for future VPO meetings.
REFERENCES
1. R. P. J. Hughes, S. A. Read, M. J. Collins, and S. J. Vincent, “Intraocular composition of higher order aberrations in non-myopic children,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1276–1291 (2023). [CrossRef]
2. M. J. Simpson, “Optical modeling of the entire visual field of the eye,” J. Opt. Soc. Am. A 40, D7–D13 (2023). [CrossRef]
3. J. Tabernero, E. Kallamata, G. Velonias, and F. A. Vera-Diaz, “Individualized modeling for the peripheral optics of the human myopic eye,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2726–2735 (2023). [CrossRef]
4. X. Xi, J. Hao, Z. Lin, S. Wang, Z. Yang, W. Lan, and P. Artal, “Two-dimensional peripheral refraction in adults,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2375–2385 (2023). [CrossRef]
5. D. Christaras, S. Tsoukalas, P. Papadogiannis, C. Börjeson, M. Volny, L. Lundström, P. Artal, and H. Ginis, “Central and peripheral refraction measured by a novel double-pass instrument,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2608–2617 (2023). [CrossRef]
6. P. Papadogiannis, C. Börjeson, and L. Lundström, “Comparison of optical myopia control interventions: effect on peripheral image quality and vision,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3125–3137 (2023). [CrossRef]
7. K. Breher, A. Neumann, D. Kurth, F. Schaeffel, and S. Wahl, “ON and OFF receptive field processing in the presence of optical scattering,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2618–2628 (2023). [CrossRef]
8. T. Evans, “Matrix optics of artificial intraocular pinhole apertures in astigmatic eyes: modelling depth of field,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3018–3036 (2023). [CrossRef]
9. P. Artal, H. Ginis, D. Christaras, E. A. Villegas, J. Tabernero, and P. M. Prieto, “Inverted meniscus intraocular lens as a better optical surrogate of the crystalline lens,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2129–2137 (2023). [CrossRef]
10. W. D. Furlan, A. Martínez-Espert, D. Montagud-Martínez, V. Ferrando, S. García-Delpech, and J. A. Monsoriu, “Optical performance of a new design of a trifocal intraocular lens based on the Devil’s diffractive lens,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2365–2374 (2023). [CrossRef]
11. A. De Castro, E. Martínez-Enríquez, and S. Marcos, “Effect of fixational eye movements in corneal topography measurements with optical coherence tomography,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2138–2152 (2023). [CrossRef]
12. R. M. Martínez-Ojeda, L. M. Mugnier, P. Artal, and J. M. Bueno, “Blind deconvolution of second harmonic microscopy images of the living human eye,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2117–2128 (2023). [CrossRef]
13. M. Falahati, N. M. Kurukuti, F. Vargas-Martin, E. Peli, and J.-H. Jung, “Oblique multi-periscopic prism for field expansion of homonymous hemianopia,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2352–2364 (2023). [CrossRef]
14. M. Hellis, S. Martin, M. Sheehan, and K. Murphy, “Optical characterisation of holographic diffusers and Bangerter foils for treatment of amblyopia,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3279–3293 (2023). [CrossRef]
15. A. H. Güzel, J. Beyazian, P. Chakravarthula, and K. Akşit, “ChromaCorrect: prescription correction in virtual reality headsets through perceptual guidance,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2166–2180 (2023). [CrossRef]
16. M. J. Marzejon, Ł. Kornaszewski, M. Wojtkowski, and K. Komar, “Laser pulse train parameters determine the brightness of a two-photon stimulus,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2857–2872 (2023). [CrossRef]
17. P. Gil, A. Farcas, A. Benito, and J. Tabernero, “Functional visual tests to evaluate the effect of small astigmatism correction with toric contact lenses,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2811–2820 (2023). [CrossRef]
18. V. Rodriguez-Lopez, A. Hernandez-Poyatos, and C. Dorronsoro, “Defocus flicker of chromatic stimuli deactivates accommodation,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3671–3688 (2023). [CrossRef]
19. V. Rodriguez-Lopez, W. Geisler, and C. Dorronsoro, “Spatiotemporal defocus sensitivity function of the human visual system,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3654–3670 (2023). [CrossRef]
20. C. Leroux, S. Ouadi, C. Leahy, I. Marc, C. Fontvieille, and F. Bardin, “Absolute prediction of relative changes in contrast sensitivity with aberrations using a single metric of retinal image quality,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3203–3212 (2023). [CrossRef]
21. P. Zhang, D. J. Wahl, J. Mocci, E. B. Miller, S. Bonora, M. V. Sarunic, and R. J. Zawadzki, “Adaptive optics scanning laser ophthalmoscopy and optical coherence tomography (AO-SLO-OCT) system for in vivo mouse retina imaging,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 299–314 (2023). [CrossRef]
22. A. Boszczyk, F. Dębowy, A. Jóźwik, A. Dahaghin, and D. Siedlecki, “Complexity of crystalline lens wobbling investigated by means of combined mechanical and optical simulations,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2465–2477 (2023). [CrossRef]
23. H. Xie, W. Xu, Y. X. Wang, and X. Wu, “Deep learning network with differentiable dynamic programming for retina OCT surface segmentation,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 3190–3202 (2023). [CrossRef]
24. Y. Zhou, G. Lin, X. Yu, Y. Cao, H. Cheng, C. Shi, J. Jiang, H. Gao, F. Lu, and M. Shen, “Deep learning segmentation of the tear fluid reservoir under the sclera lens in optical coherence tomography images,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1848–1861 (2023). [CrossRef]
25. S. Soltanian-Zadeh, Z. Liu, Y. Liu, A. Lassoued, C. A. Cukras, D. T. Miller, D. X. Hammer, and S. Farsiu, “Deep learning-enabled volumetric cone photoreceptor segmentation in adaptive optics optical coherence tomography images of normal and diseased eyes,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 815–833 (2023). [CrossRef]
26. E. Martínez-Enríquez, A. Curatolo, A. de Castro, J. S. Birkenfeld, A. M. González, A. Mohamed, M. Ruggeri, F. Manns, Z. Fernando, and S. Marcos, “Estimation of the full shape of the crystalline lens in-vivo from OCT images using eigenlenses,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 608–626 (2023). [CrossRef]
27. D. R. Williams, S. A. Burns, D. T. Miller, and A. Roorda, “Evolution of adaptive optics retinal imaging,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1307–1338 (2023). [CrossRef]
28. H. Heitkotter, E. J. Patterson, E. N. Woertz, J. A. Cava, M. Gaffney, I. Adhan, J. Tam, R. F. Cooper, and J. Carroll, “Extracting spacing-derived estimates of rod density in healthy retinae,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1–17 (2023). [CrossRef]
29. K. Liu, T. Zhu, M. Gao, X. Yin, R. Zheng, Y. Yan, L. Gao, Z. Ding, J. Ye, and P. Li, “Functional OCT angiography reveals early retinal neurovascular dysfunction in diabetes with capillary resolution,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1670–1684 (2023). [CrossRef]
30. B. Hou, “High-fidelity diabetic retina fundus image synthesis from freestyle lesion maps,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 533–549 (2023). [CrossRef]
31. A. M. Paniagua-Diaz, D. M. Simón, C. Martínez, E. Moreno, A. Rodríguez-Ródenas, I. Yago, J. M. Marín, and P. Artal, “Optical memory effect of excised cataractous human crystalline lenses,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 639–650 (2023). [CrossRef]
32. M. Shahiri, A. Jóźwik, and M. Asejczyk, “Opto-mechanical self-adjustment model of the human eye,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 1923–1944 (2023). [CrossRef]
33. A. Rossi, M. Rahimi, D. Le, T. Son, M. J. Heiferman, R. P. Chan, and X. Yao, “Portable widefield fundus camera with high dynamic range imaging capability,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 906–917 (2023). [CrossRef]
34. J. Wang, T. T. Hormel, S. T. Bailey, T. S. Hwang, D. Huang, and Y. Jia, “Signal attenuation-compensated projection-resolved OCT angiography,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 2040–2054 (2023). [CrossRef]
35. J. I. Morgan, T. Y. Chui, and K. Grieve, “Twenty-five years of clinical applications using adaptive optics ophthalmoscopy,” Biomed. Opt. Express 14, 387–428 (2023). [CrossRef]
36. C. Börjeson, D. Romashchenko, P. Unsbo, and L. Lundström, “Implementing a non-4f relay system for Hartmann–Shack wavefront sensing,” JOSA A 40, D1–D6 (2023). [CrossRef]