SYNAPSE
The Integrated Sciences of Vision
About SYNAPSE
SYNAPSE is a global virtual symposium under the World Vision Science Day initiative, converging Optometry, Ophthalmology, Neuroscience, Psychology and Artificial Intelligence in Vision Sciences. Inspired by the biological synapse that enables connection and communication, this e-symposium brings together ideas, disciplines, and professionals shaping the future of vision care.
Let us celebrate World Vision Science Day by learning, collaborating, and inspiring change in vision sciences and clinical practice.
Who Should Attend?
• Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, Neuroscientists, Psychologists, Engineers
• Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
• Vision Science Researchers
• Educators and Academic Professionals
Theme for Edition 1
The Brain Behind Sight
Meet our Speakers
Speaker 1
Yair Yahav
CEO and Founder
RevitalVision, Israel
Topic: Visual Cortex Training: A New Treatment Option to Optimise Vision
Speaker 2
M. Megan Howard
Vision Therapist
Vision Therapy Works, Canada
Topic: The Metamorphosis of Neurovision Rehabilitation
Host
Kristi Sharma
Education Engagement Manager
Vision Science Academy
Event Agenda
| Time | Segment | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | Welcome Note and Opening |
Welcome to Synapse Introduction to Vision Science Academy (VSA) |
| 5 mins | Introduction Segment |
Introduction to World Vision Science Day Introduction to Synapse Announcement of Knowledge Partner |
| 10 mins | MOU Collaboration Announcement and Signing Ceremony
|
Collaboration announcement between Vision Science Academy and VTrust Finishing School MOU Signing Ceremony Address by VSA Representative Address by VTrust Representative |
| 20 mins + 5 mins Q&A | Speaker 1: Yair Yahav | Visual Cortex Training: A New Treatment Option to Optimise Vision |
| 20 mins + 5 mins Q&A | Speaker 2: M. Megan Howard | The Metamorphosis of Neurovision Rehabilitation |
| 5 mins | Sponsor’s Slot | Special Address by VTrust Group of Institutions |
| 15 mins | Panel Discussion | Neuroscience as an Integral Component of Vision Sciences |
| 5 mins | Vision Creators’ Showcase | Vision Sciences as an Interdisciplinary Domain |
| 10 mins | Closing Remarks |
Closing remarks from Speaker 1 Closing remarks from Speaker 2 |
| 5 mins | Closing Address and Thank You Note |
Advocacy steps, resource sharing, and closing |
Certification
Registered participants are eligible to apply for a Certificate of Attendance recognising their participation in SYNAPSE 2026. Certificates are shared following a small processing fee.*
Registration
📅 Date: 19th April 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM (BST) | 3:00 PM (IST)
📱 Venue: Online Via Zoom
This event is FREE TO ATTEND for anyone interested to enhance their understanding of the different topics in vision sciences
Click below to register!