Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability affecting communication, socialization, learning and behavior. ASD ranges in severity from a handicap that somewhat limits an otherwise normal life to a severe disability that may require long-term institutional care. How Eye Tracking Can Assess Autism in Children Currently, ASD is diagnosed using caregiver description, interviews and… Continue Reading »
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Using One’s Own Stem Cells to Repair a Scarred Cornea
The cornea is the clear outermost layer of the eye. Its main function is to focus the light that enters the eye. Problems Caused by Corneal Scar Tissue Corneal infectious diseases have blinded over six million people worldwide, and decreased the vision of over a quarter of a million more. The body responds to corneal… Continue Reading »
David Bowie’s Different Colored Eyes: Anisocoria
When musician David Bowie passed away in 2016, there were many articles about him that were accompanied by photos. People began to comment on his differently colored eyes, a condition called heterochromia, when actually Bowie had another condition altogether — a condition known as anisocoria. What is Anisocoria? Anisocoria is a condition in which a… Continue Reading »