National Eye Institute

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National Eye Institute

The National Eye Institute (NEI) is a part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to vision research. Pronounced as /ˈnaʃənəl aɪ ɪnˈstaɪtjuːt/, the NEI was established by the U.S. Congress in 1968 with the aim of protecting and prolonging the vision of the American people.

Etymology

The term "National Eye Institute" is derived from its function and jurisdiction. "National" refers to its scope across the United States, "Eye" signifies its focus on vision and eye health, and "Institute" indicates its status as a research organization.

Function

The NEI conducts and supports research that helps prevent and treat eye diseases and other disorders of vision. This research is conducted to understand the normal functioning of the visual system and to prevent, treat, and manage diseases and disorders that impair vision.

Related Terms

  • Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system.
  • Optometry: The practice or profession of examining the eyes for visual defects and prescribing corrective lenses.
  • Visual System: The sensory system for vision, including the eye, the optic nerve, and the visual areas of the brain.
  • Eye Diseases: Conditions or diseases that affect the eye or visual system.
  • Vision Research: The scientific study of vision and the visual system.

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