Data and Research
We continue to curate and share the research most dramatically affecting our field and develop and disseminate proprietary data reports benefiting our field and the BVI Community.
Data and Research Focus Areas
Big Data Report Project
Our Big Data Reports confirm at the state and county levels the increasing prevalence of blindness and low vision. Reports are indexed by factors including socio-economics, demographics, health-related quality of life, and social determinants of health. Learn more and access these powerful Big Data Reports.
Research Articles Collection
The Research Articles Collection is a curated collection of relevant research to support grant writing and inform direct service. This Research Article Collection helps professionals seeking relevant articles and important peer-reviewed publications about aging and vision loss. This database is searchable by article topic, keyword, author, publishing timing (year or range), and free/open-source research versus other access options. The Research Articles Collection (RAC) is an exciting partnership of OIB-TAC and VisionServe Alliance.
Data-Driven Webinars
Quarterly webinars educate our industry professionals and all others interested in aging and blindness and low vision on topics including Big Data, the 2016 NASEM Eye Health report, social determinants of health, and health equity. View our calendar for upcoming webinars and events.
Resources
View the National and state Big Data Project Reports published to date and learn more about the Big Data Project. Access a curated collection of relevant research to support grant writing and inform direct service through the Research Articles Collection.
Watch the Data-Driven Science Webinar Episode 1 with Dean VanNasdale, OD, PhD from Ohio State University. Click below to view added materials. Learn more.
Watch the Data-driven Science Webinar Episode 2, The Prevalence of Vision Impairment and Eye Diseases Among Nursing Home Residents, with Dr. William Monaco. Click below for added materials.
Data and Research
three-Year Goals
- The U.S. Surgeon General issues a report on the Impact of Aging and Vision Loss based upon recommendations generated by NASEM workshops
- Vision-related research recommended by NASEM begins. Some research completed and submitted for Surgeon General’s consideration
- A national interagency committee on Aging and Vision Loss is established and activated in accordance with 2016 NASEM recommendations
- Initiation of outcome measures collection by vision rehabilitation providers to share with research partners to use to establish evidence-based programs
- Effectively utilize existing sources for clinical data on eye disease and conditions
- Aided by state and national Big Data reports, develop advocacy strategies based on the county-level prevalence of vision loss, disparities, comorbidities, and health-related quality of life
Recent Accomplishments
- Hosted quarterly data-driven webinars
- Developed a plan to regularly identify and share pertinent research articles in alignment with survey results
- Assisted with the creation of an outcomes tool for vision rehabilitation
- Submitted NASEM workshop report and/or Surgeon General’s Call to Action report for vision rehabilitation
- Conducted a survey of private agency directors regarding research needs to publish an article in JVIB
- Assisted in the completion of the first round of the Big Data Project and state and national reports
Additional Resources
Join us in this Vital Work!
We need you. Talented leaders and volunteers are needed to advance our vital work. It’s an ideal opportunity to volunteer personally or nominate someone from your team as an essential professional development and visibility opportunity.
Volunteer to make a difference in the lives of people with blindness and low vision. Contact Helen Chapman at HChapman@VisionServeAlliance.org to learn more.