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October 9, 2015May 20, 2026

ProDesign Denmark’s Winning Zense Collection

Collection 7907-10

With design inspired by both nature and architecture, ProDesign Denmark creates a combination of a 45 degree rotation hinge and a high quality flex. No visible screws in the hinge, and likewise in the front, combined with squared shaping.

The three shapes in full aluminum, and one with titanium rim, are all made for the man who wants a classic, sporty and exclusive look. The rubber on the inside makes this a perfect “no slip” construction with straight temples. The colours of the front are all made by anodization while the no-peel hinges are coated by PVD.

http://prodesigndenmark.com

October 9, 2015April 24, 2018

University of Montreal Research: Using Stem Cells to Fight AMD

Cone cells produced from embryonic stem cells and transplanted into the retina could be an effective weapon in the fight against AMD, according to recently published research from Professor Gilbert Bernier of the University of Montreal and Maisonneuve-Rosemont Hospital.

Dr. Bernier’s team developed an effective technique to differentiate human embryonic stem cells into cone cells in vitro. “Our method has the capacity to differentiate 80% of the stem cells into pure cones,” Dr. Bernier explained. “Within 45 days, the cones that we allowed to grow towards confluence spontaneously formed organised retinal tissue that was 150 microns thick. This has never been achieved before.”

To test the efficacy of the transplant procedure, the researchers injected retinal cells into the eyes of healthy mice and found that the photoreceptors naturally migrated to the retina.

“Thanks to our simple and effective approach, any laboratory in the world will now be able to create masses of photoreceptors. Even if there’s a long way to go before launching clinical trials, this means, in theory, that will be eventually be able to treat countless patients,” said Dr. Bernier.

In addition to AMD, Dr. Bernier is hopeful that this breakthrough will lead to treatments for other forms of incurable macular degeneration, such as Stargardt disease.

Further information: http://www.nouvelles.umontreal.ca/udem-news/news/20151002-restoring-vision-with-stem-cells.html

October 8, 2015May 20, 2026

Randy Jackson’s Highly Anticipated Release of 1062

Zyloware announces its newest release fresh for a crisp fall season. Model 1062 is a retro looking full metal frame designed to maintain its contemporary flare for style. The frame is accented with a zyl brow bar which enhances its already inherent style. Designed not only for fashion but comfort, 1062 has an extended temple tip for added comfort.

Distributed by Zyloware EyeCare Canada: www.zyloware.com

October 8, 2015April 24, 2018

New CL Case Changes Colour when Bacterial Contamination Detected

Researchers from the University of Manchester unveiled a microbiosensor embedded in a contact lens case that can detect unsafe levels of living organisms, alerting CL wearers to discard the lenses. The findings were presented on September 18th, at the Interscience Conference of Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy (ICAAC) in San Diego.

“We have devised a real-time sensing device, embedded within a contact lens case, which is capable of signaling the presence of abnormally high levels of live bacteria,” said Nishal Govindji-Bhatt, a Post-doctoral Research Associate.

The sensor uses a tetrazolium dye which changes colour when bacterial levels reach over a million per 1 mL solution within 8 hours. The dyes are set into a surface embedded in the contact lens case. “We tested if a colour change from yellow to dark blue would take place when harmful levels of bacteria were present, and ensured that the colour change could be clearly seen by the user,” said Govindji-Bhatt.

Further information: https://www.asm.org/index.php/asm-newsroom2/press-releases/93735-microbiosensor-a-device-for-monitoring-bacterial-contamination-in-contact-lens-cases

October 8, 2015April 24, 2018

Blackfin Scoops the Silmo d’Or

The Shark-lock patent has won the prize in the Technological Innovation category

October 2015 – The Silmo d’Or prize goes to Blackfin, the 100% Italian brand of titanium eyewear. This much-coveted golden statuette was awarded in the Frame Technological Innovation category for the Shark-lock patent, a revolutionary glazing system designed by Corrado Rosson (Senior VP of Product & Design for Blackfin) to hold the lenses firmly in the frame without the need for screws. The special grooving in the rim enables the lenses to be locked into the frame inside the thin sheet of metal, simply with the aid of a screwdriver.

“We feel highly honoured to have won this prize” says a very happy Nicola Del Din, Managing Director of Pramaor. “It represents a valuable recognition of the commitment of our whole team and their enthusiasm for seeking constant improvement. Blackfin is a brand that has always invested in research and innovation, our goal being to offer a product of absolute excellence”.

The Silmo d’Or prize is also a recognition of the production philosophy that the company encapsulates in the term neomadeinitaly. Nicola Del Din continues “This is also a prize for Italy and for all those who, like us, believe in the authenticity of the Italian product, a product that is made entirely in our country with a mix of elements that, in addition to quality and research, bring together our respect for people, for our origins and for the environment in which we work. Only thus can authentic Italian excellence be expressed to the full and be a winner!”

Blackfin is distributed by Mood Eyewear: moodeyewear.com