This fellowship supports young ophthalmologists to continue basic or clinical research in subspecialties such as Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Retina, Tumours, Uveitis, Dry Eye, and Cornea. One fellowship per year offers a $50,000 stipend to conduct research at a chosen university, preferably abroad, fostering international research experience.
Applicants must be ophthalmology residency graduates under 40 years old with specialist exam passed and at least 12 months of research training. Fluency in the fellowship center's language or English is required. Preference given to candidates from ICO Member Society countries.
