The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (abbreviated ARVO) is an American learned society dedicated to
ophthalmology and other
vision-related topics. As of 2019, it has almost 12,000 members from 75 different countries. It was established in
Washington, D.C., in 1928 as the Association for Research in Ophthalmology. In May 1970, it was renamed to its current name to reflect its broader scope. It is based in
Rockville,
Maryland. It publishes three
academic journals: ''
Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science'', the ''
Journal of Vision'', and ''
Translational Vision Science & Technology''.
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Ophthalmology organizations
1928 establishments in Washington, D.C.
Organizations established in 1928
Organizations based in Maryland
Learned societies of the United States
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