R&D

Research & Development

Dr. Agarwals Institute of Optometry (DAIO) is committed to excellence in both fundamental and applied research, with a strong focus on developing innovative technologies for the future of eye care. In a remarkably short span, DAIO has successfully executed several major R&D projects. Our research strength is driven by the expertise of our dedicated faculty, the enthusiasm of our students, and the support of collaborations with leading academic and research institutions across the country.

Welcoming the Bright Minds of IIT Madras – Inspiring Collaborations, Enriching Futures-minWelcoming the Bright Minds of IIT Madras – Inspiring Collaborations, Enriching Futures-min
Welcoming the Bright Minds of IIT Madras – Inspiring Collaborations, Enriching Futures
Oral presentations at India Vision Institute Conference, 2023-minOral presentations at India Vision Institute Conference, 2023-min
Oral presentations at India Vision Institute Conference, 2023
Oral presentation on Behavioural Optometry held at SRM Institute, 2023-minOral presentation on Behavioural Optometry held at SRM Institute, 2023-min
Oral presentation on Behavioural Optometry held at SRM Institute, 2023
Driving the Future of Eye Care by presenting the dynamic Oral Presentation at Resmeet (Virtual)-minDriving the Future of Eye Care by presenting the dynamic Oral Presentation at Resmeet (Virtual)-min
Driving the Future of Eye Care by presenting the dynamic Oral Presentation at Resmeet (Virtual)
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session -minShowcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session -min
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding-minPresentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding-min
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(3)-minPresentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(3)-min
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(1)-minPresentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(1)-min
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
Showcasing academic excellence at the IVI Rolling Trophy, 2023 – Oral Presentation SessionShowcasing academic excellence at the IVI Rolling Trophy, 2023 – Oral Presentation Session
Showcasing academic excellence at the IVI Rolling Trophy, 2023 – Oral Presentation Session
Contributing to global optometry through impactful presentation at APOC 2024Contributing to global optometry through impactful presentation at APOC 2024
Contributing to global optometry through impactful presentation at APOC 2024
Delivering a Poster presentation at ASCONDelivering a Poster presentation at ASCON
Delivering a Poster presentation at ASCON
Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025(1)Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025(1)
Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025
Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025
Delivering Oral presentation in an Internal platform - The Collaborative Community on Ophthalmic Innovation (CCOI), 2025
Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024.(2)Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024.(2)
Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024
Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024.Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024.
Delivering oral presentation on an International stage – Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024.
Delivering Poster presentation in OATNDelivering Poster presentation in OATN
Delivering Poster presentation in OATN
Honored to Host the Esteemed Delegates from IIT MadrasHonored to Host the Esteemed Delegates from IIT Madras
Honored to Host the Esteemed Delegates from IIT Madras
Impactful Oral presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024Impactful Oral presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024
Impactful Oral presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024
Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023
Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023
Proud moments for hosting grants for innovation projectsProud moments for hosting grants for innovation projects
Proud moments for hosting grants for innovation projects
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(1)Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(1)
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session(1)Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session(1)
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022
Showcasing scholarly excellence at the Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024Showcasing scholarly excellence at the Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024
Showcasing scholarly excellence at the Asia Pacific Optometric Congress, Nepal 2024
Showcasing teamwork, talent, and dedication at OATNShowcasing teamwork, talent, and dedication at OATN
Showcasing teamwork, talent, and dedication at OATN
Delivering insightful poster presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024Delivering insightful poster presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024
Delivering insightful poster presentation at Optometric Association of Tamil Nanbargal, 2024
Showcasing Poster Presentation at Indian Myopia Awareness and Research Conference (IMARC), HyderabadShowcasing Poster Presentation at Indian Myopia Awareness and Research Conference (IMARC), Hyderabad
Showcasing Poster Presentation at Indian Myopia Awareness and Research Conference (IMARC), Hyderabad
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision InstituteShowcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022(1)Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022(1)
Showcasing Poster Presentation at India Vision Institute 2022
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(5)Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(5)
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(4)Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(4)
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(2)Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.(2)
Recognized with certificate for poster presentation at ASCON.
Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023
Poster presentation delivered at ASCON conference held in Ahamedabad, 2023
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session-minShowcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session-min
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session -minShowcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session -min
Showcasing poster presentation - Dr E Vaithilingam Memorial Scientific Session
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(4)Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(4)
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(5)-minPresentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(5)-min
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(2)-minPresentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding(2)-min
Presentation on unique innovations for the internal grant funding
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Collaborations

This visionary program unites the clinical excellence of eye care specialists with the robust academic and research strengths of Dr. Agarwals Institute of Optometry, Chennai — in strategic collaboration with Loyola-ICAM College of Engineering and Technology and Vellore Institute of Technology. Together, we aim to design and deploy the next generation of cutting-edge eye care technologies.

Awards and Achievements

Dr. Agarwals Institute of Optometry (DAIO) has established a strong track record of achievements in the field of optometric education, research, and innovation. Our students and faculty have consistently excelled in academic pursuits, published impactful research, and presented at prestigious national and international forums. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to excellence and our drive to shape the future of Optometry.

Innovation

This visionary program unites the clinical excellence of eye care specialists with the robust academic and research strengths of Dr. Agarwals Institute of Optometry, Chennai — in strategic collaboration with Loyola-ICAM College of Engineering and Technology and Vellore Institute of Technology. Together, we aim to design and deploy the next generation of cutting-edge eye care technologies.

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