Harnessing the eye’s natural defenses, scientists explore innovative ways to boost antioxidants and reduce oxidative stress in the lens, offering new hope for cataract prevention and delayed surgery.

Share on Pinterest Scientists are trying to find treatments and cures for cataracts without resorting to surgery. Joel Carillet/Getty Images Surgery is currently the only solution for cataracts, which ...

For millions of Americans, switching between glasses and clear vision has become part of everyday life. What many people do ...

Many years ago, I began my Ph.D. with the firm resolve of finding a cure for cataracts—not in several years or decades, but within the duration of my Ph.D. Such was my enthusiasm and naivety. Decades ...

Cortical cataracts develop when the peripheral area of your eye lens experiences cloudiness from higher water content and proteins clumping. It causes blurry vision and more. Getting surgery can ...