Welcome to TERTC
The Texas Eye Research and Technology Center performs research studies
in the areas of daily and overnight contact lens wear and associated care solutions; dry eyes and
tear physiology; orthokeratology and corneal reshaping; corneal and
conjunctival physiology and histopathology; refractive surgery
environmental effects (such as UV exposure) on ocular tissues and ocular therapeutic agents.
TERTC was founded in the fall of 1996 by Doctors Jan Bergmanson and
Norman Leach with the support of former Dean Dr. Jerald Stricland.
TERTC is a growing research center comprised of top academic and
clinical professionals performing both academic and contract research.
Additional associate faculty members from various affiliations
have allowed TERTC to form networks with prestigious institutions from
around the world.
TERTC is located at the
University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO) and is involved in the
vision science graduate program which offers Master of Science or
Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Currently several graduate students are
associated with TERTC
In the summer of 2000,
TERTC began sponsoring the eduction and special training of post
doctoral fellowships in cornea and contact lenses. This is a unique
undertaking in optometry where fellows are trained in clinical
research, advanced lens care and cutting edge anterior segment
therapeutic care.
MISSION
Enhance the University of Houston College of Optometry’s contribution and presence in clinical and basic research throughout the United States and abroad.
Collaborate with industry in research and development of new eye care products.
Provide professional research opportunities and a creative environment for faculty, professional and graduate students, residents and fellows.
Develop new ophthalmic procedures and technologies.
Clinical Ocular Anatomy and Physiology Book
Order the new book by Jan P. G. Bergmanson, OD, PhD, PhD hc, DSc, FCOptom, FAAO here.