About iVERG

 

The Innovation in Vision and Eye-care Research Group (iVERG) team is dedicated to enhancing patient care and innovation in optometry practice through both industry and investigator-initiated clinical trials. Our research group, led by Dr. Jennifer Fogt, is comprised of Ohio State University College of Optometry faculty, graduate researchers, and staff.


News and Updates

October 17, 2023: Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Fogt, the newest American Academy of Optometry diplomate in the Section on Cornea, Contact Lenses, and Refractive Technologies!
June 2, 2023: Our very own Dr. Jennifer Fogt is featured in Ohio State News! Check out the story here!
May 5, 2023: Come meet the iVERG team at the COSI Science Festival held on May 6, 2023 to learn more about study participation opportunities!
May 2, 2023: Congratulations to our own Dr. Jennifer Fogt for being selected as an associate member of the International Society of Contact Lens Specialists!

Resources for Interested Research Participants

If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial, the following resources from the FDA’s website provide information about clinical research and what it is like to be a research participant:

If you are interested in clinical research for an eye condition, please see our Current Studies page. Check back in the future if you do not see a clinical trial that applies to you, as we continue to add projects and explore more innovative opportunities.