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TEF MAGAZINE RELEASES University of Waterloo have
AMAZING EYEWEAR V.2 signed a strategic partnership
agreement to advance research
in vision science and therapeutic
The Eyewear Forum (or as it is more popularly development. This collaboration,
known TEF) has released the sequel to its Amazing formalised through a
Eyewear book series. memorandum of understanding,
According to a press release, editor and experienced aims to enhance global eye
eyewear designer “Maarten Weidema” finished his care delivery by leveraging the
second ‘holy grail’ book in just three years. The second strengths of both institutions.
edition of the “Amazing Eyewear” book series is an Initiated by Dr Amit Mathur,
oversized coffee table book of over 250 pages that an advisor to LVPEI and a
captures the evolving world of eyewear design. This University of Waterloo alumnus,
hardcover book reveals ground breaking innovations
such as artificial intelligence, full-colour 3D printed the partnership focusses on joint
frames and tips on making the optician’s shop more research initiatives, therapeutic
sustainable – it also claims its place as a reliable reference development, knowledge
for a wide range of frame materials and components. exchange, and innovation in eye
care. The agreement sets the
Once again, the book delves into the technical stage for collaborative projects
nuances of eyewear design. It is a gateway to future
trends in eyewear and highlights 25 unique independent that will explore cutting-edge
eyewear brands. These brands, a mix of established and solutions for eye health, expedite
emerging names, all pursue their passion, independent the development of new
of the support of the mainstream fashion industry. treatments for challenging eye
conditions, and facilitate cross-
The resourceful book enables its reader to stay ahead
of eyewear trends while expanding their knowledge of institutional learning through
the optical industry. It is available at a competitive price seminars and exchange programs.
of only Euros 65 at tefmagazine.com Dr Prashant Garg, executive
chair at LVPEI, hailed the
agreement as a significant
milestone in advancing global eye
health. Professor Lyndon Jones,
director of CORE, emphasised
the importance of combining
their expertise to unlock new
possibilities in vision science.
With the signing of this
agreement in late April, LVPEI
and CORE are now working to
LVPEI AND CORE FORGE establish joint operating models to
GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP bring their shared vision to life.
TO ADVANCE VISION SCIENCE
The L.V. Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) in Hyderabad and
the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) at the
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