Welcome to the Laboratory of Ophthalmic Research Development
The Laboratory of Ophthalmic Research Development (LORD) at Stevens Institute of Technology focuses on understanding and improving the detection, progression, and treatment of retinal vascular diseases.
Welcome
Multiscale Approach
We seek to tackle today’s leading concerns in eye and vision health through various interdisciplinary projects. Our research ranges from medical imaging for optimizing eye health diagnostics to advanced biomaterial applications for enhanced drug delivery.
Saving Eyesight One Injection at a Time | Jennifer Kang-Mieler | TEDxStevens Institute of Technology (2025)
Disease Focus
Some of the greatest challenges of ophthalmic disease lie within the treatment and diagnosis of disease in the posterior segment. Our researchers are working to resolve various diseases targeting the vascular structures of the eye’s posterior segment - including Age-related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinopathy of Prematurity.
Patient-Centered Solutions
Our collaborations with leading ophthalmic researchers, clinicians, and institutions drive biomedical innovation to develop solutions that will improve degenerative ocular disease prognosis and offer patients a seamless and comfortable treatment experience.