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First 3D Printed Human Corneas

A low cost technique of creating human corneas could be used to ensure an unlimited supply of transplants.

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CNIB Welcomes New Federal Accessibility Legislation

CNIB applauds the Government of Canada for tabling historic accessibility legislation aimed at breaking down barriers for Canadians with disabilities. 

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New Free ConEd Course on Sport Protective Eyewear Available

Earn three EC Credits from a comprehensive online course on protecting athlete patients, supported by a grant from Liberty Sport. The complimentary course is posted on OptikConEd portal at www.optikconed.ca/opticians/

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Made in Italy: Leather-Wrapped Special Edition Sunglasses

The Nomad (RNB9001/S) from rag & bone is a unisex, round metal aviator featuring handmade, matte acetate rims hand-wrapped in supple Italian leather.

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Luxottica Acquires Barberini

With this acquisition the Group invests in “made in Italy” and reinforces its technological leadership in high quality sun lenses

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Announcing New Transitions® Signature® Style Colors and New Transitions® XTRActive® Style Mirrors

New Transitions Colour Choices and Fashionable Mirror Effect Designed to Appeal to Younger, Image-Conscious Consumers

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Optik ConEd Announces Opticianry Summer Sale

Why leave it to the end of the year? Summertime is perfect for catching up on your continuing education credit requirements. Optik ConEd Summer Sale makes it easy.

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Orgreen’s Realistic Colourist

It’s a testament to just how seriously Copenhagen-based eyewear company Ørgreen takes the subject of colour...

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Essilor Moves Up in Forbes’ World’s 100 Most Innovative Companies Annual Ranking

Essilor has been named by Forbes as one of the world's 100 "Most Innovative Companies" for 2018, ranked 52nd.

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The Vision Council Ramps Up Promotions for National Sunglasses Day 2018

For the fifth consecutive year, The Vision Council is promoting the importance of UV-protective eyewear with the celebration of National Sunglasses Day, taking place June 27.

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