Bridging Gaps in Global
Eye Care Research Together
Vision impairment and blindness affect hundreds of millions of people, particularly in low and middle-income countries (LMICs), where 90% of those impacted reside. Despite this significant burden, LMICs contribute only a small fraction of global ophthalmology research. This creates a critical gap in locally adapted solutions, perpetuating health inequities and limiting targeted interventions.
ResearchLink, an initiative by Sheba Global Ophthalmology (SGO), aims to change this. By connecting early-career researchers from low-resource countries with experienced ophthalmologists and researchers worldwide, we provide the mentorship and guidance needed to produce and publish high-quality, locally relevant research. From proposal development to study execution and manuscript publication, ResearchLink is designed to strengthen research capacity and support global collaboration in eye care.
Your Research Can Shape the Future.
Let’s Make It Global.
Why Collaborate with SGO?
Partnership
with a Global
Health Leader
Comprehensive Support
for Research Initiatives Health Leader
Prolific Research
Output
Leading Expertise
Leading Expertise
Partnership with a Global Health Leader
Affiliated with Sheba Medical Center, one of the top 10 hospitals worldwide, SGO has the infrastructure and international partnerships needed to support large-scale, meaningful research efforts that drive change in global eye health.
Comprehensive Support for Research Initiatives
SGO provides a collaborative platform that supports researchers through every step - from study design to publication - making it an ideal partner for impactful, solution-driven ophthalmology research.
Prolific Research Output
As a major contributor to ophthalmology research, SGO has a strong record of published studies that address the unique challenges faced by low- and middle-income countries. Collaborating with SGO connects you to a high-impact research environment, enhancing the visibility and credibility of your work.
Leading Expertise and Global Reach
SGO brings together renowned ophthalmologists and specialists with deep experience in both clinical practice and research, offering collaborators access to top-tier expertise and insights in the field.
Research That Crosses Borders
Collaborative studies from across the globe, powered by SGO
Research timeline
Already took part of our program
Research topic
Refractive Errors Among Children in Kabale Municipality Primary in Schools: Identification, and the Effect of Correction on School Performance
Kabale University, Kabale, Uganda – Tusingwire Pliers
Data collection
Outcomes of retinoblastoma in a tertiary care referral central in a lowmiddle income country
Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan – Dr. Irfan
Jeeva and Dr. Sidra Masud
Clinical outcomes of Retinoblastoma: Retrospective study
JFK Medical Center, Monrovia, Liberia – Dr.Shayri Pillai
First manuscript draft
Immune checkpoint expression in Retinoblastoma: clinicopathology analysis of LAG-3 and PDL-1 expression
NIH Bethesda MD, US, and Hospital Oncológico
Infantil Octávio Lobo, Belém, Pa, Brazil – Dr. Wendy
Diana Bautista Guzman
Manuscript submitted
Retinoblastoma in Albania: A 25-Year Retrospective Analysis
University Hospital Centre “Mother Theresa”, Tirana,
Albania – Dr. Donjeta Bali Alia and Dr. Enkeleda
Duka
Afghanistan – Pakistan Retinoblastoma “Silk Road” Referral Pathway
National Organisation for Ophthalmic Rehabilitation
(NOOR), Afghanistan – Dr. Sayed Mansoor Sediqi and
Abdul Rahim Majeed
King Edward Medical University, Lahore, Pakistan –
Shabana Chaudhry
LSHTM – Prof. Allen Foster
Manuscript published
PATIENT-RELATED FACTORS AND CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OUTCOMES OF RETINOBLASTOMA IN CALABAR, NIGERIA
PATIENT-RELATED FACTORS AND CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OUTCOMES OF RETINOBLASTOMA IN CALABAR, NIGERIA – PubMed
Knowledge, attitude and practice of Ethiopian pediatricians concerning childhood eye diseases
Knowledge, attitude and practice of Ethiopian pediatricians concerning childhood eye diseases – PubMed
Effect of Andrographis paniculata polysaccharide on human retinoblastoma Y79 cell proliferation and apoptosis
Effect of Andrographis paniculata polysaccharide on human retinoblastoma Y79 cell proliferation and apoptosis – PubMed
How to
Collaborate with Us?
To join ResearchLink, individuals must submit a completed application form. The Mentorship Committee will review submissions, assessing qualifications and alignment with the platform’s mission. Approved applicants will be notified of their acceptance and provided with details on next steps for engaging with the platform.
Application Form
Ready to make a global impact in eye care? Apply to ResearchLink today.
