DEPT OF OPHTHALMOLOGY



Researcher : Chan JCH

Project Title:The feasibility of screening for diabetic retinopathy in private practice Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Chan JCH, McGhee S
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:08/2015


Project Title:Trabeculectomy with EX-PRESS and ologen implants and Mitomycin-C in Primary Open Angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension – A Pilot Study
Investigator(s):Chan JCH, Shum JWH, Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2016


List of Research Outputs

Choy N.K.B., Wong M.O.M., Chan J.C.H., Lai C.H.Y. and Lai J.S.M., ExPRESS Mini-Shunt as a Treatment Alternative for Medically Uncontrolled Steroid-Induced Glaucoma in a Pediatric Patient, Case Reports in Ophthalmology. 2016, 270-276.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine. 2016, 95: e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine (Baltimore). 2016, 95(29): e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access. 2017, 1: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.Y.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access, 2017. 2017.


Researcher : Chan TCY

List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Chan K.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wong Y.H.I. and Jhanji V., Combined application of prophylactic corneal cross-linking and laser in-situ keratomileusis - a review of literature , Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo V.C.P. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: two-year results, American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M., Ng L.K., Wang Z., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Early outcomes after small incision lenticule extraction and photorefractive keratectomy for correction of high myopia, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 32820.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Effect of location of opening incision on astigmatic correction after small-incision lenticule extraction, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 35881.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K.A., Cheng G.P.M., Woo C.P.V., Zhang J., Wang Y. and Jhanji V., Effect of the Learning Curve on Visual and Refractive Outcomes of Small-Incision Lenticule Extraction, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Chan T.C.Y. and Ng L.K., Is there a role for prophylactic collagen crosslinking in laser in-situ keratomileusis?, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. Hong Kong, 2016, 20: 93-94.
Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Kwok S.K., Ng L.K.A. and Woo C.P.V., Outcomes of Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-Aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes, APAO 2017.
Chan T.C.Y., Kwok P.S.K., Jhanji V., Woo C.P.V. and Ng L.K., Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes: 1-Year Outcomes, Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2017, 33: 37-43.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Zhang J., Wang Y. and Vishal J., Short-term Variance of Refractive Outcomes After Simultaneous LASIK and High-Fluence Cross-linking in High Myopic Correction, Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2016, 32: 664-670.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M., Ng L.K., Wang Z., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Versusphotorefractive Keratectomy for Correction of High Myopia, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Li L., Cheng G.P.M., Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V. and Wang Y., Influence of Refractive Status on the Higher-Order Aberration Pattern After Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Surgery, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Ng L.K., Kwok P.S., Wu R.T., Jhanji V., Woo V.C.P. and Chan T.C.Y., Comparison of the Demarcation Line on ASOCT After Simultaneous LASIK and Different Protocols of Accelerated Collagen Crosslinking, Cornea. 2016, 1.
Ng L.K., Chan T.C.Y. and Kwok S.K., Comparison of the demarcation line on ASOCT after simultaneous LASIK and different protocols of accelerated collagen cross-linking: a bilateral eye randomised study, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Ng L.K., Chan T.C.Y., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after Combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: 2 Years Result, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Choy N.K.B., Chan T.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I., Lai J.S.M. and Mok M.Y.T., Comparison of Tear Osmolarity in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With and Without Secondary Sjogren Syndrome, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V. and Cheng G.P.M., Simple steep-axis marking technique using a corneal analyzer, Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. 2017, 43: 153-155.
Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y. and Cheng G.P.M., Winner, Refractive and Corneal Surgery, APACRS Film Festival 2017, APACRS (Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons). 2017.
Shih K.C., Chan T.C.Y. and Jhanji V., Crosslinking for Microbial Keratitis To Treat or not to Treat?, Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting 2017.
Szeto S.K.H., Chan T.C.Y., Wong L.M.R., Ng L.K., Li E.Y.M. and Jhanji V., Prevalence of Ocular Manifestations and Visual Outcomes in Patients With Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, Cornea. 2016, 1.
Wu Z., Wang Y., Zhang J., Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Comparison of corneal biomechanics after microincision lenticule extraction and small incision lenticule extraction, British Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, bjophthalmol-2016-308636.
Yung W., Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Wang Y., Cheng G.P.M. and Woo C.P.V., Small Incision Lenticule Extraction: a Review, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2017, 21: 19-23.


Researcher : Cheung JJC

Project Title:Dry Eyes and Thyroid Eye Disease
Investigator(s):Cheung JJC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2017


Project Title:British Oculoplastic Surgery Society London 2017; Outcome of intravenous methylprednisolone in active and severe Graves' orbitopathy: a Chinese perspective
Investigator(s):Cheung JJC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2017
Completion Date:06/2017


List of Research Outputs

Cheung J.J.C., Outcome of Orbital Wall Reconstruction with the Use of Titanium Implants, The 32nd Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress (APAO). 2017.
Cheung J.J.C., Outcome of intravenous methylprednisolone in active and severe Graves' orbitopathy: an Asian perspective, British Oculoplastic Surgery Society 2017.
Chung D.C.Y., Cheung J.J.C., Ng L.K., Gangwani R.A. and Li K.K.W., Pattern Scanning Laser Panretinal Photocoagulation in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophthalmology Retina. 2016.
Shum J.W.H., Cheung J.J.C., Lee M.M.N. and Li K.K.W., Randomized Crossover Study Showing Nurse-Led Same Day Review Replacing Next Day Review in Uneventful Phacoemulsification to Be Safe and Efficacious, Journal of Ophthalmology. Hindawi, 2017, 7: 1-7.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.


Researcher : Chiu K

Project Title:Neuroprotective and axonal regenerative effect of trans-scleral electrical stimulation on optic nerve crush induced retinal ganglion cell degeneration
Investigator(s):Chiu K, Lai JSM, So KF, Lee WHV
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2015
Completion Date:05/2017


Project Title:Investigating the neuroprotective effects of trans-scleral electrical stimulation in a laser induced chronic rat ocular hypertension model
Investigator(s):Chiu K, Lai JSM, So KF
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2016


Project Title:32 nd Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology; Treatment window for delayed application of trans-scleral electrical stimulation in rat optic nerve crush model
Investigator(s):Chiu K
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2017
Completion Date:03/2017


Project Title:Retinal microglia as a therapeutic target of the traditional Chinese medicine Lycium barbarum in Alzheimer’s disease-related vision loss
Investigator(s):Chiu K, Chang RCC, So KF
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:04/2017


List of Research Outputs

Chan J.F.W., Yip C.Y., Tsang O.L., Tee K.M., Cai J., Chik K.K.H., Zhu Z., Chan C.S., CHOI K.Y., Sridhar S., Zhang J., Lu G., Chiu K., Lo A.C.Y., Tsao G.S.W., Kok K.H., Jin D., Chan K.H. and Yuen K.Y., Differential cell line susceptibility to the emerging Zika virus: implications for disease pathogenesis, non-vector-borne human transmission and animal reservoirs, Emerging Microbes & Infections. 2016, 5: e93.
Chiu K., Electrical stimulation and neuroprotection in degenerative retina, Tianjin Hong Kong Ophthalmology &Visual Science Research forum 2017. 2017.
LIN Y., Yu S., Lai J.S.M. and Chiu K., Ischemia-reperfusion induced retinal degeneration in New Zealand rabbits, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Manthey A.L., Chang R.C.C., So K.F. and Chiu K., Can regular retinal checkups be used to diagnose, monitor, and study Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis in Hong Kong? , The International Conference of Vision and Eye Research (iCOVER) . 2017.
Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.
Yu S., Tang X., Ho Y.S., Chang R.C.C. and Chiu K., Links between the brain and retina: the effects of cigarette smoking-induced age-related changes in Alzheimer’s disease and macular degeneration., Frontiers in Neurology. 2016, 7: 119.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Neuro-protective effect of delayed trans-scleral electrical stimulation on rat optic nerve crush model. , 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Lee W.H.V., Tang X. and Chiu K., Trans-scleral electrical stimulation ameliorates crush induced retinal degeneration via up-regulating BDNF, FGF2 and NQO-1 expression in retinal ganglion cells and suppressing microglia activation, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Treatment window for delayed application of trans-scleral electrical stimulation in rat optic nerve crush model, 32nd Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmological congress (APAO 2017), Singapore. 2017.


Researcher : Chow LWL

List of Research Outputs

Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K. and Shih K.C., A cross-sectional study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) in Chinese eyes: a 15 year case series, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Chow L.W.L., Shih K.C., Chan C.Y.J., Lai J.S.M. and Ng L.K.A., Comparison of the acute ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year retrospective study, BMC Ophthalmology. 2017, 17.


Researcher : Chow SWS

List of Research Outputs

Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Chow S.W.S. and Ng L.K., Early corneal epithelial complications of combined trans-epithelial and accelerated collagen cross-linking in treatment of keratoconus, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.


Researcher : Choy BNK

Project Title:To study the effectiveness and safety of collagen cross-linking in the treatment of cystic bleb
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM, Chan JCH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2014
Completion Date:10/2016


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effectiveness of collagen cross-linking on bullous keratopathy
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:06/2015


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effectiveness of collagen cross-linking on bullous keratopathy
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Dr. Timothy Kai-ching Liu Memorial Fund
Start Date:01/2016


Project Title:The neuro-protective effects of physical exercise on retinal ganglion cells in a rat model of acute intraocular pressure elevation
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lo ACY, So KF, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2016


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effects of physical exercise to ocular perfusion in subjects with normal tension glaucoma and normal subjects
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research for Resubmission of GRF/ECS Proposals
Start Date:07/2016
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:XXXIV Congress of the ESCRS 2016; Risk factors of posterior capsular rupture and visual outcome/Pigment dispersion after single-piece acrylic intraocular lens implantation
Investigator(s):Choy NKB
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2016
Completion Date:09/2016


List of Research Outputs



Researcher : Choy NKB

Project Title:To study the effectiveness and safety of collagen cross-linking in the treatment of cystic bleb
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM, Chan JCH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2014
Completion Date:10/2016


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effectiveness of collagen cross-linking on bullous keratopathy
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:06/2015


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effectiveness of collagen cross-linking on bullous keratopathy
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Dr. Timothy Kai-ching Liu Memorial Fund
Start Date:01/2016


Project Title:The neuro-protective effects of physical exercise on retinal ganglion cells in a rat model of acute intraocular pressure elevation
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lo ACY, So KF, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2016


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the effects of physical exercise to ocular perfusion in subjects with normal tension glaucoma and normal subjects
Investigator(s):Choy NKB, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research for Resubmission of GRF/ECS Proposals
Start Date:07/2016
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:XXXIV Congress of the ESCRS 2016; Risk factors of posterior capsular rupture and visual outcome/Pigment dispersion after single-piece acrylic intraocular lens implantation
Investigator(s):Choy NKB
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2016
Completion Date:09/2016


List of Research Outputs

Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Choy N.K.B., An Update in glaucoma assessment, Tianjin International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Choy N.K.B., Ng L.K.A. and Lai J.S.M., Clinical characteristics of optic neuritis in Hong Kong population: 10-year review, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Choy N.K.B., Wong M.O.M., Chan J.C.H., Lai C.H.Y. and Lai J.S.M., ExPRESS Mini-Shunt as a Treatment Alternative for Medically Uncontrolled Steroid-Induced Glaucoma in a Pediatric Patient, Case Reports in Ophthalmology. 2016, 270-276.
Choy N.K.B., How to assess glaucoma progression?, 湖南省第七屆仁術眼科 新進展學術研討會暨中 華 健康快車基金會海外眼 科專家到訪湖南培訓中 心, 2016.
Choy N.K.B., ZHU M. and Lai J.S.M., Neuroprotective Effect Of Resveratrol On Retinal Ganglion Cells In Acute Intraocular Pressure Elevation Model In Mice, World Glaucoma Congress. 2017.
Choy N.K.B., Pigment dispersion after single piece acrylic intraocular lens implantation, ESCRS meeting. 2016.
Choy N.K.B., Risk factors of posterior capsular rupture and visual outcome, ESCRS meeting. 2016.
Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Ng L.K., Choy N.K.B. and Lai J.S.M., The Effectiveness and Safety of Collagen Crosslinking in Treating Corneal Decompensation and Bullous Keratopathy, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Choy N.K.B., Chan T.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I., Lai J.S.M. and Mok M.Y.T., Comparison of Tear Osmolarity in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With and Without Secondary Sjogren Syndrome, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine. 2016, 95: e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine (Baltimore). 2016, 95(29): e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access. 2017, 1: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.Y.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access, 2017. 2017.


Researcher : Chung DCY

List of Research Outputs

Chung D.C.Y., Cheung J.J.C., Ng L.K., Gangwani R.A. and Li K.K.W., Pattern Scanning Laser Panretinal Photocoagulation in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophthalmology Retina. 2016.


Researcher : FU L

List of Research Outputs

Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Award for Best Section Paper, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016. 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lai J.S.M. and Lo A.C.Y., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia-mediated local inflammatory response, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia‐mediated local inflammatory response., Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016, 94: S256.


Researcher : Fan CY

List of Research Outputs

Iu L.P.L., Lee R., Fan C.Y., Lam W.C., Chang R.T. and Wong Y.H.I., Serial Spectral-Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Findings in Acute Retinal Pigment Epitheliitis and the Correlation to Visual Acuity, Ophthalmology. 2017, 124: 903-909.


Researcher : Fung KCF

List of Research Outputs

Fung K.C.F., Law B.Y. and Lo A.C.Y., Lutein Attenuates Both Apoptosis and Autophagy upon Cobalt (II) Chloride-Induced Hypoxia in Rat Műller Cells, PLoS One. 2016, 11(12): e0167828.
TANG L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium (21st RPS) Poster Presentation Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tang L.C.H., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Young Investigator Award for the Poster Category, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Research Centre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, The University of Hong Kong. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Autophagy in Retinal Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Paper Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of Retinal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injuries on Autophagy, The 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium. 2016.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of hypoxia on autophagy in R28 cells under low and high glucose conditions, ARVO 2017 Annual Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of reperfusion duration on autophagic activation in retinal ischemia/reperfusion injuries: observations in Akita and wild-type mice, ARVO-Asia 2017 Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury on autophagy, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.


Researcher : Fung NSK

List of Research Outputs

Wong Y.H.I., Shi X., Gangwani R., Iu L.P.L., Fung N.S.K., Li Q., Ng L.K.A. and Li X., One-year Results Of Half- Versus Standard-dose Photodynamic Therapy Combined With Ranibizumab For Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy, Retina. 2017, 1.


Researcher : GAO F

List of Research Outputs

JIANG D., GAO F., Zhang Y., Wong D.S., Li Q., Xu G., Yu Z. and Lian Q., Mitochondrial transfer of mesenchymal stem cells effectively protects corneal epithelial cells from mitochondrial damage., Cell Death Dis. 2016 Nov. 2016, 7(11): e2467.


Researcher : Gangwani RA

List of Research Outputs

Cheung Y.Y., Hui Y.L.E., Lee C.H.P., Kwok H.M., Gangwani R.A., Li K.K.W., Chan J.C.W., Woo Y.C., Chow W.S., Yuen M.A.M., Wong L.C., Fong H.Y., Xu A., Wong D.S.H., Sham P.C. and Lam K.S.L., Impact of Genetic Loci Identified in Genome-Wide Association Studies on Diabetic Retinopathy in Chinese Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. 2016, 57: 5518-5524.
Chung D.C.Y., Cheung J.J.C., Ng L.K., Gangwani R.A. and Li K.K.W., Pattern Scanning Laser Panretinal Photocoagulation in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophthalmology Retina. 2016.
Jiao F., Wong C.K.H., Tang S.C.W., Fung S.C.C., Tan K.C.B., McGhee S., Gangwani R.A. and Lam C.L.K., Annual direct medical costs associated with diabetes-related complications in the event year and in subsequent years in Hong Kong, Diabetic Medicine. 2017, 34 (9): 1276–1283.
Jiao F., Wong C.K.H., Gangwani R.A., Tan K.C.B., Tang S.C.W. and Lam C.L.K., Heath-related quality of life and health preference of Chinese patients with diabetes mellitus managed in primary care and secondary care setting: decrements associated with individual complication and number of complications., Health Qual Life Outcomes. 2017, 15(1): 125.


Researcher : Ho WL

List of Research Outputs

Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine (Baltimore). 2016, 95(29): e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access. 2017, 1: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.Y.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access, 2017. 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.


Researcher : Iu LPL

List of Research Outputs

Iu L.P.L., Lee R., Fan C.Y., Lam W.C., Chang R.T. and Wong Y.H.I., Serial Spectral-Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Findings in Acute Retinal Pigment Epitheliitis and the Correlation to Visual Acuity, Ophthalmology. 2017, 124: 903-909.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., Shi X., Gangwani R., Iu L.P.L., Fung N.S.K., Li Q., Ng L.K.A. and Li X., One-year Results Of Half- Versus Standard-dose Photodynamic Therapy Combined With Ranibizumab For Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy, Retina. 2017, 1.


Researcher : JIANG D

List of Research Outputs

JIANG D., GAO F., Zhang Y., Wong D.S., Li Q., Xu G., Yu Z. and Lian Q., Mitochondrial transfer of mesenchymal stem cells effectively protects corneal epithelial cells from mitochondrial damage., Cell Death Dis. 2016 Nov. 2016, 7(11): e2467.
Poon M.W., Jiang D., Qing P., Zhang Y., Qiu B., Chanda S., Tergaonkar V., Li Q., Wong Y.H.I., Yu Z., Tse H.F., Wong D.S.H. and Lian Q., Inhibition of NUCKS Facilitates Corneal Recovery Following Alkali Burn, Scientific Reports. 2017, 7: 41224.


Researcher : Jiang Z

List of Research Outputs

Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.


Researcher : LAI KW

List of Research Outputs

LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Inflammation and vulnerable blood vessels aggravate ischemic injuries in a mouse model of Type 1 diabetes, Neuroscience 2016, The 46th Annual Meeting, Society for Neuroscience. 2016.
TANG L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium (21st RPS) Poster Presentation Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tang L.C.H., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Young Investigator Award for the Poster Category, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Research Centre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, The University of Hong Kong. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Autophagy in Retinal Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Paper Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of Retinal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injuries on Autophagy, The 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium. 2016.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of hypoxia on autophagy in R28 cells under low and high glucose conditions, ARVO 2017 Annual Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of reperfusion duration on autophagic activation in retinal ischemia/reperfusion injuries: observations in Akita and wild-type mice, ARVO-Asia 2017 Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury on autophagy, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Poster Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.


Researcher : LIN Y

List of Research Outputs

LIN Y., Yu S., Lai J.S.M. and Chiu K., Ischemia-reperfusion induced retinal degeneration in New Zealand rabbits, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.


Researcher : Lai CHY

List of Research Outputs

Choy N.K.B., Wong M.O.M., Chan J.C.H., Lai C.H.Y. and Lai J.S.M., ExPRESS Mini-Shunt as a Treatment Alternative for Medically Uncontrolled Steroid-Induced Glaucoma in a Pediatric Patient, Case Reports in Ophthalmology. 2016, 270-276.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.


Researcher : Lai JSM

Project Title:To introduce Ologen implant in glaucoma filter surgery for the treatment of glaucoma at Queen Mary Hospital and United Christian Hospital
Investigator(s):Lai JSM, Chan JCH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:09/2010


Project Title:To introduce ExPRESS shunt in glaucoma filter surgery for the treatment of glaucoma at Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Lai JSM, Lee WYJ
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:09/2012


Project Title:Randomized control trial on the neuroprotective effects of oral Wolfberry supplement in the treatment of normal tension glaucoma
Investigator(s):Lai JSM, So KF, Chang RCC, Lee WYJ, Chan JCH, Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:12/2014


Project Title:Biologic agents therapy in non-infectious uveitis
Investigator(s):Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:04/2017


List of Research Outputs

Chiang V., Shih K.C., Lai J.S.M. and Wong Y.H.I., Sudden vision loss after repeated retching: a case of Valsalva retinopathy, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Chow L.W.L., Shih K.C., Chan C.Y.J., Lai J.S.M. and Ng L.K.A., Comparison of the acute ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year retrospective study, BMC Ophthalmology. 2017, 17.
Choy N.K.B., Ng L.K.A. and Lai J.S.M., Clinical characteristics of optic neuritis in Hong Kong population: 10-year review, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Choy N.K.B., Wong M.O.M., Chan J.C.H., Lai C.H.Y. and Lai J.S.M., ExPRESS Mini-Shunt as a Treatment Alternative for Medically Uncontrolled Steroid-Induced Glaucoma in a Pediatric Patient, Case Reports in Ophthalmology. 2016, 270-276.
Choy N.K.B., ZHU M. and Lai J.S.M., Neuroprotective Effect Of Resveratrol On Retinal Ganglion Cells In Acute Intraocular Pressure Elevation Model In Mice, World Glaucoma Congress. 2017.
IU L.P.L., Lai C.H.Y., Fan M.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Screening for retinopathy of prematurity and treatment outcome in a tertiary hospital in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Medical Journal. 2016.
LIN Y., Yu S., Lai J.S.M. and Chiu K., Ischemia-reperfusion induced retinal degeneration in New Zealand rabbits, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Lui M.H., Lam C.H., Kwong Y.L., Wong T.S., Cheung P.L., Lai S.Y., Yuen P.L., Lam W.Y., Chan H.Y., Wong Y.F., Lai J.S.M. and Shih K.C., A cross-sectional study on compliance with topical glaucoma medication and its associated socioeconomic burden for a Chinese population, International Journal of Ophthalmology. 2017, 10 (2): 293-299.
Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.
Ng L.K., Choy N.K.B. and Lai J.S.M., The Effectiveness and Safety of Collagen Crosslinking in Treating Corneal Decompensation and Bullous Keratopathy, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Choy N.K.B., Chan T.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I., Lai J.S.M. and Mok M.Y.T., Comparison of Tear Osmolarity in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With and Without Secondary Sjogren Syndrome, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Award for Best Section Paper, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016. 2016.
Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K. and Lai J.S.M., Establishing research in ophthalmology and visual sciences at the University of Hong Kong: an institution profile, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lai J.S.M. and Lo A.C.Y., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia-mediated local inflammatory response, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia‐mediated local inflammatory response., Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016, 94: S256.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine. 2016, 95: e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine (Baltimore). 2016, 95(29): e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access. 2017, 1: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.Y.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access, 2017. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P., Lai J.S.M., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., A dox-terminable cell-encapsulating device for intravitreal drug delivery, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium 2016.


Researcher : Lai WKW

Project Title:Open label, prospective, double arm, randomized, pilot study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the same day administration of PDT with verteporfin and an intravitreal injection of ranibizumab vs. ranibizumab monotherapy for the treatment of subfoveal CNV secondary to neovascular age related macular degeneration in the Asian population
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Li KKW, Wong DSH, McGhee S, Lam CLK, Chan WSC
Department:LKS Medical Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Pharmaceutical Industry - General Award
Start Date:07/2008


Project Title:Production of Iris Pigment Epithelial Cells for transplantation to treat Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Lo ACY, Fletcher C, Wong DSH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2009


Project Title:To introduce ranibizumab (Licentis) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema to Queen Mary Hospital and to access the quality of life and utility values before and after the treatment
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Wong DSH, Li KKW
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:07/2010




Researcher : Lai WWK

Project Title:Open label, prospective, double arm, randomized, pilot study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the same day administration of PDT with verteporfin and an intravitreal injection of ranibizumab vs. ranibizumab monotherapy for the treatment of subfoveal CNV secondary to neovascular age related macular degeneration in the Asian population
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Li KKW, Wong DSH, McGhee S, Lam CLK, Chan WSC
Department:LKS Medical Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Pharmaceutical Industry - General Award
Start Date:07/2008


Project Title:Production of Iris Pigment Epithelial Cells for transplantation to treat Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Lo ACY, Fletcher C, Wong DSH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2009


Project Title:To introduce ranibizumab (Licentis) for the treatment of diabetic macular edema to Queen Mary Hospital and to access the quality of life and utility values before and after the treatment
Investigator(s):Lai WKW, Wong DSH, Li KKW
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:07/2010




Researcher : Lam WC

Project Title:Canadian Ophthalmological Society Annual Meeting; Subretinal fluid in the presence of torpedo maculopathy: two pediatric cases
Investigator(s):Lam WC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2017
Completion Date:06/2017


List of Research Outputs

Al-Kharashi A., Azimzadeh A.A., Leung J., Radomski S., Radomski L. and Lam W.C., Anterior segment optical coherence tomography changes with introduction and discontinuation of tamsulosin, Saudi Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 30(3): 150-156.
AlAli A., Bourgault S., Clark I. and Lam W.C., Exudative Retinal Detachment Caused By A Choroidal Neovascular Membrane In Hallermann–streiff Syndrome, Retinal Cases & Brief Reports. 2016.
Chaudhary V., Brent M., Lam W.C., Devenyi R., Teichman J., Mak M., Barbosa J., Kaur H., Carter R. and Farrokhyar F., Genetic Risk Evaluation in Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration Treatment Response, Ophthalmologica. 2016, 236(2): 88-94.
Chaudhary V., Barbosa J., Lam W.C., Mak M., Mavrikakis E. and Mohaghegh P S.M., Ozurdex in age-related macular degeneration as adjunct to ranibizumab (The OARA Study), Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology / Journal Canadien d'Ophtalmologie. 2016, 51(4): 302-305.
Chen Y.N., Patel C.K., Kertes P.J., Devenyi R.G., Blaser S. and Lam W.C., Retinal Detachment And Retrobulbar Cysts In A Large Cohort Of Optic Nerve Coloboma, Retina. 2017.
Iu L.P.L., Lee R., Fan C.Y., Lam W.C., Chang R.T. and Wong Y.H.I., Serial Spectral-Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Findings in Acute Retinal Pigment Epitheliitis and the Correlation to Visual Acuity, Ophthalmology. 2017, 124: 903-909.
Lam W.C. and Pongsachareonnont P., Intraocular cytokines in neovascular age-related macular degeneration non-responder to ranibizumab treatment, The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Annual Meeting. 2017.
Lam W.C., Invited International Faculty, XXXVII National and International Ophthalmology Congress, Cartagena de Indies, Colombia, Surgical Treatment in Retinopathy of Prematurity. 2016.
Lam W.C., Invited Lecture at the Retina(Surgical) Symposium, 32nd Asian Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress, Singapore., Retina(Surgical) Symposium: Pediatric Retina Surgery-Comparison of UBM vs Scleral Transillumination of Safe Sclertomy Sites in Young Children. 2017.
Lam W.C., Invited Lecture, 12th Pan-Hellenic Vitreo-Retinal Meeting, Athens, Greece., UBM vs Scleral tranillumination: Ananlysis of surface landmark for safe sclerotomy in young children. 2017.
Lam W.C., Invited Lecture: New insight in the management of retinal detachment associated with optic nerve coloboma, Annual Meeting of the Karnataka Ophthalmology Society, KOSCON 2016. 2016.
Lam W.C., Invited Lecture: Using wide-field images for the screening of Sickle Cell Retinopathy, 广西第 四届新生儿、早 产儿、 婴幼儿眼病筛查 及儿 童眼病诊治新进展 培训 班课程表 (2017), 2017.
Lam W.C., Invited Lecturer at the European School of Advanced Study of Ophthalmology Asia 10th Course, Medical ad Surgical Retina, Hanoi, Vietnam, Evidence based approach to management of proliferative diabetic retinopathy - -- Current management of retinopathy of prematurity-role of anti-VEGF, vitrectomy. 2016.
Lam W.C., Invited Program Speaker, 10th Asian Pacific Vitreo-retinal Congress,and 38th Annual Meeting of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand, Bangkok, Thailand., Surgical Approach in Paediatric Retinal Surgery. 2016.
Lam W.C., Keynote address at the 75th Annual Conference of All India Ophthalmological Society, Is it ever safe to travel with intraocular gas after retinal surgery. 2017.
Micieli J.A., Christakis P.G., Lam W.C. and Muni R.H., Diffuse Unilateral Subacute Neuroretinitis From Raccoon Exposure Resistant to Laser Photocoagulation, Ophthalmic Surgery, Lasers and Imaging Retina. 2016, 47(7): 686-690.
Nguyen Q.D., De Falco S., Behar-Cohen F., Lam W.C., Li X., Reichhart N., Ricci F., Pluim J. and Li W.W., Placental growth factor and its potential role in diabetic retinopathy and other ocular neovascular diseases, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.


Researcher : Lee CD

List of Research Outputs

Chan J.N.M., Lee C.D., Lee S.S.P., Hui K.K.Y., Chan A.H.L., Fung T.K.H., Sánchez-Vidaña D.I., Lau B.W.M. and Ngai S.P.C., Interaction Effect of Social Isolation and High Dose Corticosteroid on Neurogenesis and Emotional Behavior, Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience. 2017, 11.
Lee C.D., Yau S.Y., Lee T.M.C., Lau B.W. and So K.F., Voluntary wheel running reverses the decrease in subventricular zone neurogenesis caused by corticosterone, Cell Transplant. 2016.


Researcher : Lee JWY

Project Title:The use of shunts in the treatment of uveitic glaucoma
Investigator(s):Lee WYJ, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2012


List of Research Outputs



Researcher : Lee MHK

List of Research Outputs

Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.


Researcher : Lee WHV

List of Research Outputs

Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Neuro-protective effect of delayed trans-scleral electrical stimulation on rat optic nerve crush model. , 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Lee W.H.V., Tang X. and Chiu K., Trans-scleral electrical stimulation ameliorates crush induced retinal degeneration via up-regulating BDNF, FGF2 and NQO-1 expression in retinal ganglion cells and suppressing microglia activation, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Treatment window for delayed application of trans-scleral electrical stimulation in rat optic nerve crush model, 32nd Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmological congress (APAO 2017), Singapore. 2017.


Researcher : Lee WYJ

Project Title:The use of shunts in the treatment of uveitic glaucoma
Investigator(s):Lee WYJ, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2012


List of Research Outputs

Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.


Researcher : Li A

List of Research Outputs

Chan C.H.Y., JI X., Chan J.S.M., Lau H.P., So K.F., Li A., Chung K.F., Ng S.M. and Chan C.L.W., Effects of the integrative mind-body intervention on depression, sleep disturbances and plasma IL-6., Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics. 2017, 86(1): 54-56.
Chan J.S.M., Li A., Ng S.M., Ho R.T.H., Xu A., Yao T.J., Wang X.M.A., So K.F. and Chan C.L.W., Adiponectin Potentially Contributes to the Antidepressive Effects of Baduanjin Qigong Exercise in Women With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome-Like Illness, Cell Transplantation. 2017, 26: 493-501.
Chan J.S.M., Li A., Chan C.L.W., So K.F., Chen J., JI X., Yuen L.P., Chung K.F. and Ng S.M., Qigong Exercise Improved Quality Of Sleep And Reduced interleukin-1 beta And interleukin-6 Among Persons With Depressive Symptoms and Sleep Disturbances: A Randomized Controlled Trial, The 31st Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, LLC (APSS). 2017, 40 (Suppl 1): A405.


Researcher : Li KKW

Project Title:Diabetic retinopathy screening for specialist care
Investigator(s):Li KKW, McGhee S, Gangwani RA, Lian J
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:06/2014


List of Research Outputs

Chung D.C.Y., Cheung J.J.C., Ng L.K., Gangwani R.A. and Li K.K.W., Pattern Scanning Laser Panretinal Photocoagulation in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophthalmology Retina. 2016.
Da M., Li K.K.W., Chan K.E.V.I.N. .C., Wu E.X. and Wong D.S.H., Distribution of Triamcinolone Acetonide after Intravitreal Injection into Silicone Oil-Filled Eye, BioMed Research International. 2016, 2016: 1-9.
Ng L.K., Tang W.T., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Author’s reply: Re: Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2017.
Shum J.W.H., Cheung J.J.C., Lee M.M.N. and Li K.K.W., Randomized Crossover Study Showing Nurse-Led Same Day Review Replacing Next Day Review in Uneventful Phacoemulsification to Be Safe and Efficacious, Journal of Ophthalmology. Hindawi, 2017, 7: 1-7.


Researcher : Li PSH

List of Research Outputs

Ng L.K., Tang W.T., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Author’s reply: Re: Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2017.


Researcher : Li Q

List of Research Outputs

Wong Y.H.I., Shi X., Gangwani R., Iu L.P.L., Fung N.S.K., Li Q., Ng L.K.A. and Li X., One-year Results Of Half- Versus Standard-dose Photodynamic Therapy Combined With Ranibizumab For Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy, Retina. 2017, 1.


Researcher : Lian J

List of Research Outputs

Lian J., McGhee S., Chau J., Wong C.K.H., Lam C.L.K. and Wong W.C.W., Systematic review on the cost-effectiveness of self-management education programme for Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice. 2017, 127: 21-34.


Researcher : Lian Q

Project Title:The Roles and Mechanisms of human mesenchymal stem cell-mediated cardial protection against anthracycline-induced cardiomyopathy
Investigator(s):Lian Q
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2012


Project Title:The Roles and Mechanisms of RAP1/NFkb signaling pathway in MSC-induced immunomodulation for organ transplantation
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Poon MW, He J
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) - General Program
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Platform of Human Pluripotent Stem Cell-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Tissue Regeneration and Industrial Application
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Tse HF, Poon MW
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Innovation and Technology Support Programme (Tier 3)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Platform of Human Pluripotent Stem Cell-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Tissue Regeneration and Industrial Application
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Tse HF, Poon MW
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Innovation and Technology Fund Internship Programme
Start Date:04/2013


Project Title:Generation, Purification and Transplantation of human Pluripotent Stem Cell -derived Cone and Rod Photoreceptor Cells for Retinal Degenerative Disease
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Wong DSH
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2013


Project Title:International Society for Stem Cell Research 11th Annual Meeting; ACTIVATION OF NRG1/ERBB4 SIGNALING PATHYWAY IN MESENCHYMAL STEM CELLS ENHANCES CELL SURVIAL AND PARACRINE POTENTIALS AGAINST MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION
Investigator(s):Lian Q
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2013


Project Title:Platform of Human Pluripotent Stem Cell-derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Tissue Regeneration and Industrial Application
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Tse HF, Poon MW
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Innovation and Technology Fund Internship Programme
Start Date:07/2013


Project Title:Functional roles of human ESC/iPSC-derived mesenchymal stem cell-deposited matrixes for improving survive and functions of retinal pigment epithelial cell (RPE)
Investigator(s):Lian Q
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2014


Project Title:Direct Mitochondrial Transfer of Stem Cells Restores Ocular Mitochondrial Dysfunction: The Role of NF-κB Activation
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Wong DSH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2015


Project Title:Functional Roles of Procollagen 2a1 in the Regulation of Nkx2.5+Cardiac Progenitor Cells for Myocardial Regeneration
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Zhang Y
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) - General Program
Start Date:01/2016


Project Title:Human induced pluripotent stem cells derived-nucleus pulposus cells for intervertebral disc degeneration in rats
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Zhang Y, Cheah KSE
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:AO Spine Asia Pacific
Start Date:06/2016


Project Title:Regulation of mitochondrial transfer potency by Kif5b in mesenchymal stem cells to rescue mitochondrial dysfunction-provoked ganglion cell degeneration
Investigator(s):Lian Q, Huang J, Chiu K
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2016


Project Title:18th International Congress of Developmental Biology ; Generating NOTO-GFP reporter in human pluripotent stem cells for understanding notochordal development
Investigator(s):Lian Q
Department:Medicine
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2017
Completion Date:06/2017




Researcher : Lo ACY

Project Title:Cell-based intraocular delivery of glial-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) by collagen-alginate composite gel as a therapy for retinal degenerative diseases
Investigator(s):Lo ACY, Yao KM, Chan BP, Wong DSH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2014


Project Title:Characterization and isolation of active autophagy components from Radix Polygalae (Yuan Zhi) for the modulation of age-related neurodegenerative diseases
Investigator(s):Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Macau Science and Technology Development Fund
Start Date:07/2014


Project Title:Microglia in retinal vascular repair and neovascularization
Investigator(s):Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:02/2015
Completion Date:01/2017


Project Title:Alleviation of early high mortality and aggravated brain pathology by lutein in a genetic type I diabetic mouse model after experimental stroke
Investigator(s):Lo ACY, Chung SK
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:08/2016


Project Title:Neuroscience 2016; Inflammation and vulnerable blood vessels aggravate ischemic injuries in a mouse model of Type 1 diabetes
Investigator(s):Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:11/2016
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:Studies on the influence of maternal diabetes in retinopathy of prematurity using the diabetic Ins2Akita mouse model
Investigator(s):Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2017


List of Research Outputs

Chan J.F.W., Yip C.Y., Tsang O.L., Tee K.M., Cai J., Chik K.K.H., Zhu Z., Chan C.S., CHOI K.Y., Sridhar S., Zhang J., Lu G., Chiu K., Lo A.C.Y., Tsao G.S.W., Kok K.H., Jin D., Chan K.H. and Yuen K.Y., Differential cell line susceptibility to the emerging Zika virus: implications for disease pathogenesis, non-vector-borne human transmission and animal reservoirs, Emerging Microbes & Infections. 2016, 5: e93.
Fung K.C.F., Law B.Y. and Lo A.C.Y., Lutein Attenuates Both Apoptosis and Autophagy upon Cobalt (II) Chloride-Induced Hypoxia in Rat Műller Cells, PLoS One. 2016, 11(12): e0167828.
LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Inflammation and vulnerable blood vessels aggravate ischemic injuries in a mouse model of Type 1 diabetes, Neuroscience 2016, The 46th Annual Meeting, Society for Neuroscience. 2016.
Lo A.C.Y., A collagen-alginate-based cell-encapsulation intraocular implant for retinal disease therapy, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017. 2017.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Award for Best Section Paper, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016. 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lai J.S.M. and Lo A.C.Y., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia-mediated local inflammatory response, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia‐mediated local inflammatory response., Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016, 94: S256.
TANG L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium (21st RPS) Poster Presentation Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tang L.C.H., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Young Investigator Award for the Poster Category, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Research Centre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, The University of Hong Kong. 2017.
Tang L.H.C. and Lo A.C.Y., Anti-autophagic effects of lutein in retinal ischemia, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium 2016.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Autophagy in Retinal Ischemia/Reperfusion Injury, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Paper Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of Retinal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injuries on Autophagy, The 21st Research Postgraduate Symposium. 2016.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of hypoxia on autophagy in R28 cells under low and high glucose conditions, ARVO 2017 Annual Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of reperfusion duration on autophagic activation in retinal ischemia/reperfusion injuries: observations in Akita and wild-type mice, ARVO-Asia 2017 Meeting. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., LAI K.W., Fung K.C.F. and Lo A.C.Y., Effect of retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury on autophagy, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
Tang L.H.C., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme 2016 - Research Internship Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tsang K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Paper Award (3rd Prize), International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
Tsang K. and Lo A.C.Y., Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme 2016 - Research Internship Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tsang K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Young Investigator Award for the Oral Category, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aginh, Research Cnetre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, The University of Hong Kong. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P., Lai J.S.M., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., A dox-terminable cell-encapsulating device for intravitreal drug delivery, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium 2016.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., ARVO-Asia 2017 Travel Grant, ARVO-Asia . 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Biocompatibility and stability of doxycycline-terminable intraocular drug delivery cell-encapsulating device, ARVO 2017 Annual Meeting. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Doxycycline-terminable intraocular drug delivery hydrogel, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Doxycycline-terminable intraocular encapsulated-cell device, ARVO-Asia 2017 Meeting. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Intraocular drug delivery device terminable by Doxycycline, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Poster Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
Wong S.Y., Tsang K.K. and Lo A.C.Y., Delivery of therapeutics to posterior eye segment: cell-encapsulating systems, Neural Regen Res. 2017, 12(4): 576-577.
Wong S.Y., Wong C.C.H., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Sustained Delivery of Bioactive GDNF from Collagen and Alginate-Based Cell- Encapsulating Gel Promoted Photoreceptor Survival in an Inherited Retinal Degeneration Model, PLoS One. 2016, 11.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.
Wu A.G., Zeng W., Wong V.K., Zhu Y.Z., Lo A.C.Y., Liu L. and Law B.Y., Hederagenin and α-hederin promote degradation of proteins in neurodegenerative diseases and improve motor deficits in MPTP-mice, Pharmacology Research. 2017, 115: 25-44.


Researcher : Manthey AL

List of Research Outputs

Manthey A.L., Chang R.C.C., So K.F. and Chiu K., Can regular retinal checkups be used to diagnose, monitor, and study Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis in Hong Kong? , The International Conference of Vision and Eye Research (iCOVER) . 2017.
Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.


Researcher : Marcet MM

Project Title:Eyelid malposition after cataract and refractive surgery: an anatomic model
Investigator(s):Marcet MM, So KF
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2011


Project Title:Pretarsal versus preseptal botulinum toxin for patients with eyelid spasm: a randomized, double-masked placebo controlled trial
Investigator(s):Marcet MM, Ho SL, Cowling BJ
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:07/2015


List of Research Outputs

Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.


Researcher : Ng LK

Project Title:Real time intraocular pressure measurement during phacoemulsification with a MEMS (Microelectromechanical systems) -based fiber optic pressure sensor.
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2014


Project Title:To Introduce Boston Keratoprosthesis for the Treatment of Corneal Blindness in Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Chan SKK, Yim SM, Shih KC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:04/2016


Project Title:Relationship among dietary habits, omega-3 fatty acids levels and age-related macular degeneration in the Hong Kong Chinese
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Wong YHI, Lee CYJ, Ho WL
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:05/2016


Project Title:Partial Reduction Orthokeratology with 0.01% Atropine Eyedrop in Preventing Myopia Progression (PRO-A) – A 2-year Randomized Control Trial
Investigator(s):Ng LKA
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research for Resubmission of GRF/ECS Proposals
Start Date:07/2016
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:XXXIV Congress of the ESCRS; FP-22304 - Comparison of the demarcation line on ASOCT after simultaneous LASIK and different protocols of accelerated collagen cross-linking: a bilateral eye randomised study
Investigator(s):Ng LKA
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2016
Completion Date:09/2016


List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Chan K.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wong Y.H.I. and Jhanji V., Combined application of prophylactic corneal cross-linking and laser in-situ keratomileusis - a review of literature , Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo V.C.P. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: two-year results, American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M., Ng L.K., Wang Z., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Early outcomes after small incision lenticule extraction and photorefractive keratectomy for correction of high myopia, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 32820.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Effect of location of opening incision on astigmatic correction after small-incision lenticule extraction, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 35881.
Chan T.C.Y. and Ng L.K., Is there a role for prophylactic collagen crosslinking in laser in-situ keratomileusis?, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. Hong Kong, 2016, 20: 93-94.
Chan T.C.Y., Kwok P.S.K., Jhanji V., Woo C.P.V. and Ng L.K., Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes: 1-Year Outcomes, Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2017, 33: 37-43.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Zhang J., Wang Y. and Vishal J., Short-term Variance of Refractive Outcomes After Simultaneous LASIK and High-Fluence Cross-linking in High Myopic Correction, Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2016, 32: 664-670.
Chan T.C.Y., Yu M., Ng L.K., Wang Z., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Versusphotorefractive Keratectomy for Correction of High Myopia, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K. and Shih K.C., A cross-sectional study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) in Chinese eyes: a 15 year case series, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Chow S.W.S. and Ng L.K., Early corneal epithelial complications of combined trans-epithelial and accelerated collagen cross-linking in treatment of keratoconus, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Chung D.C.Y., Cheung J.J.C., Ng L.K., Gangwani R.A. and Li K.K.W., Pattern Scanning Laser Panretinal Photocoagulation in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy, Ophthalmology Retina. 2016.
Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Ng L.K., Kwok P.S., Wu R.T., Jhanji V., Woo V.C.P. and Chan T.C.Y., Comparison of the Demarcation Line on ASOCT After Simultaneous LASIK and Different Protocols of Accelerated Collagen Crosslinking, Cornea. 2016, 1.
Ng L.K., Chan T.C.Y. and Kwok S.K., Comparison of the demarcation line on ASOCT after simultaneous LASIK and different protocols of accelerated collagen cross-linking: a bilateral eye randomised study, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Ng L.K., Chan T.C.Y., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after Combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: 2 Years Result, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Ng L.K., Distinguished Young Fellow of the College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong 2016, College of Ophthalmologists of Hong Kong & Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2016.
Ng L.K., Expanding protocols and applications for corneal crosslinking, HKU Department of Ophthalmology 10th Anniversary Symposium: Advances in Cornea and Refractive Surgery 2016. 2016.
Ng L.K., Tang W.T., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2016.
Ng L.K., Choy N.K.B. and Lai J.S.M., The Effectiveness and Safety of Collagen Crosslinking in Treating Corneal Decompensation and Bullous Keratopathy, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K. and Lai J.S.M., Establishing research in ophthalmology and visual sciences at the University of Hong Kong: an institution profile, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Szeto S.K.H., Chan T.C.Y., Wong L.M.R., Ng L.K., Li E.Y.M. and Jhanji V., Prevalence of Ocular Manifestations and Visual Outcomes in Patients With Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, Cornea. 2016, 1.
Wu Z., Wang Y., Zhang J., Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M. and Jhanji V., Comparison of corneal biomechanics after microincision lenticule extraction and small incision lenticule extraction, British Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, bjophthalmol-2016-308636.


Researcher : Ng LKA

Project Title:Real time intraocular pressure measurement during phacoemulsification with a MEMS (Microelectromechanical systems) -based fiber optic pressure sensor.
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2014


Project Title:To Introduce Boston Keratoprosthesis for the Treatment of Corneal Blindness in Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Chan SKK, Yim SM, Shih KC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:04/2016


Project Title:Relationship among dietary habits, omega-3 fatty acids levels and age-related macular degeneration in the Hong Kong Chinese
Investigator(s):Ng LKA, Wong YHI, Lee CYJ, Ho WL
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:05/2016


Project Title:Partial Reduction Orthokeratology with 0.01% Atropine Eyedrop in Preventing Myopia Progression (PRO-A) – A 2-year Randomized Control Trial
Investigator(s):Ng LKA
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research for Resubmission of GRF/ECS Proposals
Start Date:07/2016
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:XXXIV Congress of the ESCRS; FP-22304 - Comparison of the demarcation line on ASOCT after simultaneous LASIK and different protocols of accelerated collagen cross-linking: a bilateral eye randomised study
Investigator(s):Ng LKA
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2016
Completion Date:09/2016


List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K.A., Cheng G.P.M., Woo C.P.V., Zhang J., Wang Y. and Jhanji V., Effect of the Learning Curve on Visual and Refractive Outcomes of Small-Incision Lenticule Extraction, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Kwok S.K., Ng L.K.A. and Woo C.P.V., Outcomes of Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-Aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes, APAO 2017.
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Chow L.W.L., Shih K.C., Chan C.Y.J., Lai J.S.M. and Ng L.K.A., Comparison of the acute ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year retrospective study, BMC Ophthalmology. 2017, 17.
Choy N.K.B., Ng L.K.A. and Lai J.S.M., Clinical characteristics of optic neuritis in Hong Kong population: 10-year review, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Li L., Cheng G.P.M., Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V. and Wang Y., Influence of Refractive Status on the Higher-Order Aberration Pattern After Small Incision Lenticule Extraction Surgery, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Ng L.K.A., Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) & Singapore Society of Ophthalmology Young Ophthalmologist Award, APAO & Singapore Society of Ophthalmology. 2017.
Ng L.K.A., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Author’s reply: Re: Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2017.
Ng L.K.A., Choy N.K.B., Chan T.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I., Lai J.S.M. and Mok M.Y.T., Comparison of Tear Osmolarity in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With and Without Secondary Sjogren Syndrome, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Ng L.K.A., Our Early Experience with the SZ-1 in Cataract Surgery, NIDEK Lunch Symposium, 30th Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Annual Meeting. 2017.
Ng L.K.A., PACK-CXL for Infectious Keratitis, Tianjin International Ophthalmology Forum. 2017.
Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V. and Cheng G.P.M., Simple steep-axis marking technique using a corneal analyzer, Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery. 2017, 43: 153-155.
Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y. and Cheng G.P.M., Winner, Refractive and Corneal Surgery, APACRS Film Festival 2017, APACRS (Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons). 2017.
Shih K.C., Ng L.K.A. and Chow V.W.S., A comprehensive guide to managing ocular complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Asians, Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., Shi X., Gangwani R., Iu L.P.L., Fung N.S.K., Li Q., Ng L.K.A. and Li X., One-year Results Of Half- Versus Standard-dose Photodynamic Therapy Combined With Ranibizumab For Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy, Retina. 2017, 1.
Yung W., Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Wang Y., Cheng G.P.M. and Woo C.P.V., Small Incision Lenticule Extraction: a Review, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2017, 21: 19-23.


Researcher : Shih KC

Project Title:European Association for Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016; Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia-mediated local inflammatory response
Investigator(s):Shih KC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:10/2016
Completion Date:10/2016


List of Research Outputs

Chiang V., Shih K.C., Lai J.S.M. and Wong Y.H.I., Sudden vision loss after repeated retching: a case of Valsalva retinopathy, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K. and Shih K.C., A cross-sectional study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) in Chinese eyes: a 15 year case series, The XXXIV Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) 2016.
Chow L.W.L., Shih K.C., Chan C.Y.J., Lai J.S.M. and Ng L.K.A., Comparison of the acute ocular manifestations of Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year retrospective study, BMC Ophthalmology. 2017, 17.
Lui M.H., Lam C.H., Kwong Y.L., Wong T.S., Cheung P.L., Lai S.Y., Yuen P.L., Lam W.Y., Chan H.Y., Wong Y.F., Lai J.S.M. and Shih K.C., A cross-sectional study on compliance with topical glaucoma medication and its associated socioeconomic burden for a Chinese population, International Journal of Ophthalmology. 2017, 10 (2): 293-299.
Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Shih K.C., Ng L.K.A. and Chow V.W.S., A comprehensive guide to managing ocular complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Asians, Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting 2017.
Shih K.C., Lam K.S.L. and Tong L., A systematic review on the impact of diabetes mellitus on the ocular surface, Nutrition & Diabetes. 2017, 7: e251.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Award for Best Section Paper, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016. 2016.
Shih K.C., Chan T.C.Y. and Jhanji V., Crosslinking for Microbial Keratitis To Treat or not to Treat?, Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting 2017.
Shih K.C., Diabetes and the Ocular Surface, The Centenary Meeting of Optometrists Western Australia. 2016.
Shih K.C., Tong L.K. and Anuradha V., EVALUATING THE EFFECT OF DRY EYE DISEASE ON CORNEAL SUB-BASAL NERVE DENSITY AND MORPHOLOGY, Tear Film and Ocular Surface Meeting 2016.
Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K. and Lai J.S.M., Establishing research in ophthalmology and visual sciences at the University of Hong Kong: an institution profile, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lai J.S.M. and Lo A.C.Y., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia-mediated local inflammatory response, European Association of Vision and Eye Research Annual Meeting 2016.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y. and Lai J.S.M., Transcorneal electrical stimulation prevents secondary retinal ganglion cell death after acute ocular hypertensive injury through modulation of microglia‐mediated local inflammatory response., Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016, 94: S256.
Tang L.H.C., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., Undergraduate Research Fellowship Programme 2016 - Research Internship Award, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. 2016.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P., Lai J.S.M., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., A dox-terminable cell-encapsulating device for intravitreal drug delivery, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium 2016.


Researcher : Shum JWH

Project Title:The introduction of minimally invasive glaucoma surgery for public patients and skill transfer to non-glaucoma and junior eye doctors
Investigator(s):Shum JWH, Lai JSM, Chan JCH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:03/2014


Project Title:Comparison and correlation of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) contact lens tonometer with Sensimed Triggerfish contact lens
Investigator(s):Shum JWH, Lai JSM
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:07/2014


Project Title:World Glaucoma Congress 2017; Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia
Investigator(s):Shum JWH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2017
Completion Date:07/2017


List of Research Outputs

Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine. 2016, 95: e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Ho W.L., Chan J.C.H. and Lai J.S.M., Consensual ophthalmotonic reaction in Chinese patients following augmented trabeculectomy or ExPRESS shunt implantation, Medicine (Baltimore). 2016, 95(29): e4190.
Shum J.W.H., Cheung J.J.C., Lee M.M.N. and Li K.K.W., Randomized Crossover Study Showing Nurse-Led Same Day Review Replacing Next Day Review in Uneventful Phacoemulsification to Be Safe and Efficacious, Journal of Ophthalmology. Hindawi, 2017, 7: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access. 2017, 1: 1-7.
Shum J.W.H., Choy N.K.B., Chan J.C.H., Ho W.L., Jiang B.Y., Choi W.K., Cheung V.Y.T. and Lai J.S.M., Visual Field Compromised In Patients Suffering From Severe Menorrhagia, J Ophthalmol Open Access, 2017. 2017.


Researcher : So KF

Project Title:Minimizing neuropsychiatric side-effects of glucocorticoid therapy by antipsychotics and Chinese medicine
Investigator(s):So KF, Lee TMC, Chang RCC, Ching YP
Department:Anatomy
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:01/2014
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:Study of gliogenesis and neurochemistry underlying psychomotor retardation induced by chronic stress and the therapeutic approach for motor training in reversing the adverse effects
Investigator(s):So KF, Wu W, Lee TMC
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:04/2015


Project Title:Potential Role of Adiponectin Signaling in Mediating Physical Exercise-Elicited Hippocampal Neurogenesis and Antidepressive Effects in Stressed Mice
Investigator(s):So KF, Xu A
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:04/2015


List of Research Outputs

CHENG L.Y., Lau K.W.W., Fung T.K.H., Lau B.W.M., Chau B.K.H., Liang Y., Wang Z., So K.F., Wang T., Chan C.C.H. and Lee T.M.C., PM2.5 Exposure Suppresses Dendritic Maturation in Subgranular Zone in Aged Rats, Neurotoxicity Research. 2017.
Chan C.H.Y., JI X., Chan J.S.M., Lau H.P., So K.F., Li A., Chung K.F., Ng S.M. and Chan C.L.W., Effects of the integrative mind-body intervention on depression, sleep disturbances and plasma IL-6., Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics. 2017, 86(1): 54-56.
Chan J.S.M., Li A., Ng S.M., Ho R.T.H., Xu A., Yao T.J., Wang X.M.A., So K.F. and Chan C.L.W., Adiponectin Potentially Contributes to the Antidepressive Effects of Baduanjin Qigong Exercise in Women With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome-Like Illness, Cell Transplantation. 2017, 26: 493-501.
Chan J.S.M., Li A., Chan C.L.W., So K.F., Chen J., JI X., Yuen L.P., Chung K.F. and Ng S.M., Qigong Exercise Improved Quality Of Sleep And Reduced interleukin-1 beta And interleukin-6 Among Persons With Depressive Symptoms and Sleep Disturbances: A Randomized Controlled Trial, The 31st Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, LLC (APSS). 2017, 40 (Suppl 1): A405.
Chen K., Zhang L., Tan M., Lai S.W.C., Li A., Ren C. and So K.F., Treadmill exercise suppressed stress-induced dendritic spine elimination in mouse barrel cortex and improved working memory via BDNF/TrkB pathway, Translational Psychiatry. 2017, 7: e1069.
Guo R., Lin B., PAN J., Liong E.C., Xu A., Youdim M., Fung M.L., So K.F. and Tipoe G.L., Inhibition of caspase-9 aggravates acute liver injury through suppression of cytoprotective autophage, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 32447.
Huang L., Yuan T., Tan M., Xi Y., Hu Y., Tao Q., Zhao Z., Zheng J., Han Y., Xu F., Luo M., Sollars P.J., Pu M., Pickard G.E., So K.F. and Ren C., A retinoraphe projection regulates serotonergic activity and looming-evoked defensive behaviour, Nature Communications. 2017, 8: 14908.
Lee C.D., Yau S.Y., Lee T.M.C., Lau B.W. and So K.F., Voluntary wheel running reverses the decrease in subventricular zone neurogenesis caused by corticosterone, Cell Transplant. 2016.
Manthey A.L., Chang R.C.C., So K.F. and Chiu K., Can regular retinal checkups be used to diagnose, monitor, and study Alzheimer’s disease pathogenesis in Hong Kong? , The International Conference of Vision and Eye Research (iCOVER) . 2017.
Manthey A.L., Liu W., Jiang Z., Lee M.H.K., Jian J., So K.F., Lai J.S.M., Lee W.H.V. and Chiu K., Using electrical stimulation to enhance the efficacy of cell transplantation therapies for neurodegenerative retinal diseases: Concepts, challenges, and future perspectives, Cell Transplantation . 2017, 26: 949-965.
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Xing X., Liu F., Xiao J. and So K.F., Neuro-protective Mechanisms of Lycium barbarum, NeuroMolecular Medicine. 2016, 18: 253-263.
Yau S.Y., Li A., Tong J.B., Bostrom C., Christie B.R., Lee T.M.C. and So K.F., Chronic corticosterone administration reduces dendritic complexity in mature, but not young granule cells in the rat dentate gyrus, Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience. 2016, 34: 849-857.
You S.W., Wu M.M., Kuang F., Cho K.S. and So K.F., Restoration of optic neuropathy, Journal of Neurorestoratology. 2017, Volume 5: 59-72.
Yuan T.F., Li A., Sun X., Ouyang H., Campos C., Rocha N... .B... .F..., Arias-Carrion O., Machado S., Hou G. and So K.F., Transgenerational Inheritance of Paternal Neurobehavioral Phenotypes: Stress, Addiction, Ageing and Metabolism, Molecular Neurobiology. 2016, 53: 6367-6376.


Researcher : Tang WT

List of Research Outputs

Ng L.K., Tang W.T., Li P.S.H. and Li K.K.W., Intracameral cefuroxime in the prevention of postoperative endophthalmitis: an experience from Hong Kong, Graefe's Archive for Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology. 2016.


Researcher : WANG W

List of Research Outputs

WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Poster Award, International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
WANG W., LAI K.W. and Lo A.C.Y., Increased autophagic activities in an experimental model of diabetic retinopathy using the Ins2Akita/+ mice, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.


Researcher : Wong DSH

Project Title:To introduce bevacizumab for the treatment of macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy to Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Wong DSH, Lai WKW, Li KKW
Department:LKS Medical Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:03/2008


Project Title:The Royal College of Ophthalmologists Annual Congress 2009 Can Lutein Protect the Outer Retina?
Investigator(s):Wong DSH
Department:LKS Medical Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:05/2009


List of Research Outputs

Cheung Y.Y., Hui Y.L.E., Lee C.H.P., Kwok H.M., Gangwani R.A., Li K.K.W., Chan J.C.W., Woo Y.C., Chow W.S., Yuen M.A.M., Wong L.C., Fong H.Y., Xu A., Wong D.S.H., Sham P.C. and Lam K.S.L., Impact of Genetic Loci Identified in Genome-Wide Association Studies on Diabetic Retinopathy in Chinese Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science. 2016, 57: 5518-5524.
Da M., Li K.K.W., Chan K.E.V.I.N. .C., Wu E.X. and Wong D.S.H., Distribution of Triamcinolone Acetonide after Intravitreal Injection into Silicone Oil-Filled Eye, BioMed Research International. 2016, 2016: 1-9.


Researcher : Wong LMR

List of Research Outputs

Szeto S.K.H., Chan T.C.Y., Wong L.M.R., Ng L.K., Li E.Y.M. and Jhanji V., Prevalence of Ocular Manifestations and Visual Outcomes in Patients With Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, Cornea. 2016, 1.


Researcher : Wong SY

List of Research Outputs

Tsang K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Best Paper Award (3rd Prize), International Conference of Vision and Eye Research 2017, KB Woo Fund. 2017.
Tsang K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Young Investigator Award for the Oral Category, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aginh, Research Cnetre of Heart, Brain, Hormone & Healthy Aging, The University of Hong Kong. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P., Lai J.S.M., Shih K.C. and Lo A.C.Y., A dox-terminable cell-encapsulating device for intravitreal drug delivery, Hong Kong Ophthalmological Symposium 2016.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., ARVO-Asia 2017 Travel Grant, ARVO-Asia . 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Biocompatibility and stability of doxycycline-terminable intraocular drug delivery cell-encapsulating device, ARVO 2017 Annual Meeting. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Doxycycline-terminable intraocular drug delivery hydrogel, 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging: “Wellness and Longevity: From Science to Service”. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Doxycycline-terminable intraocular encapsulated-cell device, ARVO-Asia 2017 Meeting. 2017.
Tsang K.K., Wong S.Y., Yao K.M., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Intraocular drug delivery device terminable by Doxycycline, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research 2017.
Wong S.Y., Tsang K.K. and Lo A.C.Y., Delivery of therapeutics to posterior eye segment: cell-encapsulating systems, Neural Regen Res. 2017, 12(4): 576-577.
Wong S.Y., Wong C.C.H., Chan B.P. and Lo A.C.Y., Sustained Delivery of Bioactive GDNF from Collagen and Alginate-Based Cell- Encapsulating Gel Promoted Photoreceptor Survival in an Inherited Retinal Degeneration Model, PLoS One. 2016, 11.


Researcher : Wong YHI

Project Title:To Introduce Ranibizumab (Lucentis) for the treatment of Retinal Vein Occlusion to Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Wong YHI, Wong DSH
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:01/2014


Project Title:To improve the current screening programme for diabetic macular oedema
Investigator(s):Wong YHI, Gangwani RA
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:02/2014
Completion Date:11/2016


Project Title:An Optical Coherence Tomography study to investigate a novel parameter for visual correlation and progress prediction in patients with diabetic macula oedema
Investigator(s):Wong YHI, Fong DYT, Li Q, Iu LPL
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2015
Completion Date:12/2016


Project Title:To investigate the risk profile for progression in patients with subclinical diabetic macular edema
Investigator(s):Wong YHI, Fong DYT
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:07/2015


Project Title:A Retrospective Review of the Real Life Situation Regarding the Use of Anti-VEGF Agent in the Hospital Authority
Investigator(s):Wong YHI
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Bayer HealthCare Limited
Start Date:01/2017


Project Title:Chorioretinal changes when varying the dosage and fluence setting of verteporfin photodynamic therapy in an animal model
Investigator(s):Wong YHI, Lo ACY
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2017


Project Title:121st Annual Meeting of the Japanese Ophthalmological Society; Is cytomegalovirus retinitis the same when it is unrelated to HIV infection? (Final report: Anti-VEGF monotherapy versus combined anti-VEGF and end-point-management grid laser photocoagulation for diabetic macular edema (The END_DME study))
Investigator(s):Wong YHI
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:04/2017
Completion Date:04/2017


List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Chan K.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wong Y.H.I. and Jhanji V., Combined application of prophylactic corneal cross-linking and laser in-situ keratomileusis - a review of literature , Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Chiang V., Shih K.C., Lai J.S.M. and Wong Y.H.I., Sudden vision loss after repeated retching: a case of Valsalva retinopathy, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Chow L.W.L., Ng L.K.A., Chow S.W.S., Choy N.K.B., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Chan C.Y.J. and Lai J.S.M., A cross-sectional comparative study on chronic ocular manifestations of Stevens–Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis in Chinese eyes: a 15-year case series, International Ophthalmology. 2017.
IU L.P.L., Fan M.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I. and Mruthyunjaya P., Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges, Retina. 2017, 1.
IU L.P.L., Lai C.H.Y., Fan M.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Screening for retinopathy of prematurity and treatment outcome in a tertiary hospital in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Medical Journal. 2016.
Iu L.P.L., Lee R., Fan C.Y., Lam W.C., Chang R.T. and Wong Y.H.I., Serial Spectral-Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Findings in Acute Retinal Pigment Epitheliitis and the Correlation to Visual Acuity, Ophthalmology. 2017, 124: 903-909.
Mak R.K., Chan T.C.Y., Marcet M.M., Choy N.K.B., Shum J.W.H., Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I. and Ng L.K., Use of anti-vascular endothelial growth factor in the management of pterygium, Acta Ophthalmologica. 2016.
Ng L.K.A., Choy N.K.B., Chan T.C.Y., Wong Y.H.I., Lai J.S.M. and Mok M.Y.T., Comparison of Tear Osmolarity in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With and Without Secondary Sjogren Syndrome, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Poon M.W., Jiang D., Qing P., Zhang Y., Qiu B., Chanda S., Tergaonkar V., Li Q., Wong Y.H.I., Yu Z., Tse H.F., Wong D.S.H. and Lian Q., Inhibition of NUCKS Facilitates Corneal Recovery Following Alkali Burn, Scientific Reports. 2017, 7: 41224.
Shih K.C., Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K. and Lai J.S.M., Establishing research in ophthalmology and visual sciences at the University of Hong Kong: an institution profile, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016, 20 (2).
Shih K.C., FU L., Lo A.C.Y., So K.F., Wong Y.H.I. and Lai J.S.M., Gold Medal For Best Original Research By A Trainee 2016, Hong Kong Academy of Medicine. 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., Ng L.K.A., Lai C.H.Y., Lo A.C.Y., Lee W.Y.J., Ho W.L., Iu L.P.L. and Cheung J.J.C., Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 香港眼科學刊, 2017.
Wong Y.H.I., OCT measurement of Outer Retinal Thickness in Diabetic Macular Edema, 3rd Kwak Retinal Imaging Symposium (KRIS). 2016.
Wong Y.H.I., Shi X., Gangwani R., Iu L.P.L., Fung N.S.K., Li Q., Ng L.K.A. and Li X., One-year Results Of Half- Versus Standard-dose Photodynamic Therapy Combined With Ranibizumab For Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy, Retina. 2017, 1.
Wong Y.H.I., PDT 在 PCV 中的应用案例分享, 2016 内蒙古眼科激光高峰 论坛, 2016.
Zhu D., Wang Y., Zheng Y.F., Yang D.Y., Guo K., Yang X.R., Jing X.X., Wong Y.H.I., You Q.S., Tao Y., Jonas J.B. and Zhou X., Choroidal thickness in school children: The Gobi Desert Children Eye Study, PLOS ONE. 2017, 12: e0179579.


Researcher : Woo CPV

List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Effect of location of opening incision on astigmatic correction after small-incision lenticule extraction, Scientific Reports. 2016, 6: 35881.
Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K.A., Cheng G.P.M., Woo C.P.V., Zhang J., Wang Y. and Jhanji V., Effect of the Learning Curve on Visual and Refractive Outcomes of Small-Incision Lenticule Extraction, Cornea. 2017, 1.
Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Kwok S.K., Ng L.K.A. and Woo C.P.V., Outcomes of Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-Aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes, APAO 2017.
Chan T.C.Y., Kwok P.S.K., Jhanji V., Woo C.P.V. and Ng L.K., Presbyopic Correction Using Monocular Bi-aspheric Ablation Profile (PresbyMAX) in Hyperopic Eyes: 1-Year Outcomes, Journal of Refractive Surgery. 2017, 33: 37-43.
Ng L.K., Chan T.C.Y., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo C.P.V. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after Combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: 2 Years Result, The 5th Asia Cornea Society Biennial Scientific Meeting. 2016.
Yung W., Ng L.K.A., Chan T.C.Y., Jhanji V., Wang Y., Cheng G.P.M. and Woo C.P.V., Small Incision Lenticule Extraction: a Review, Hong Kong Journal of Ophthalmology. 2017, 21: 19-23.


Researcher : Woo VCP

List of Research Outputs

Chan T.C.Y., Ng L.K., Cheng G.P.M., Wang Z., Woo V.C.P. and Jhanji V., Corneal Astigmatism and Aberrations after combined Femtosecond-assisted Phacoemulsification and Arcuate Keratotomy: two-year results, American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2016.
Ng L.K., Kwok P.S., Wu R.T., Jhanji V., Woo V.C.P. and Chan T.C.Y., Comparison of the Demarcation Line on ASOCT After Simultaneous LASIK and Different Protocols of Accelerated Collagen Crosslinking, Cornea. 2016, 1.


Researcher : Yu CS

Project Title:Fat tissue engineering for facial recontouring
Investigator(s):Yu CS, Wong DSH, Lo ACY, Chan BP
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Fund for Basic Research
Start Date:09/2009


Project Title:Establishment of oculoplastic service at Queen Mary Hospital
Investigator(s):Yu CS
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:02/2010




Researcher : Yu S

List of Research Outputs

LIN Y., Yu S., Lai J.S.M. and Chiu K., Ischemia-reperfusion induced retinal degeneration in New Zealand rabbits, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Tang X., Ho Y.S., Chang R.C.C. and Chiu K., Links between the brain and retina: the effects of cigarette smoking-induced age-related changes in Alzheimer’s disease and macular degeneration., Frontiers in Neurology. 2016, 7: 119.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Neuro-protective effect of delayed trans-scleral electrical stimulation on rat optic nerve crush model. , 12th International Symposium on Healthy Aging, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Lee W.H.V., Tang X. and Chiu K., Trans-scleral electrical stimulation ameliorates crush induced retinal degeneration via up-regulating BDNF, FGF2 and NQO-1 expression in retinal ganglion cells and suppressing microglia activation, International Conference of Vision & Eye Research, Hong Kong. 2017.
Yu S., Chiu K., Lee W.H.V. and Tang X., Treatment window for delayed application of trans-scleral electrical stimulation in rat optic nerve crush model, 32nd Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmological congress (APAO 2017), Singapore. 2017.


Researcher : ZHU M

List of Research Outputs

Choy N.K.B., ZHU M. and Lai J.S.M., Neuroprotective Effect Of Resveratrol On Retinal Ganglion Cells In Acute Intraocular Pressure Elevation Model In Mice, World Glaucoma Congress. 2017.


Researcher : Zhang Y

Project Title:Important roles of Rap1/NF-κB signal pathway in regulation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs)-secreted cytokines and survival in myocardial infarction
Investigator(s):Zhang Y, Lian Q
Department:Ophthalmology
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2015
Completion Date:10/2016


List of Research Outputs

LI X., Zhang Y., CUI Y., Yeung S.C., Ip M.S.M., Tse H.F., Lian Q. and Mak J.C.W., Mesenchymal stem cells exert stem cell factor (SCF)-dependent recovery of cigarette smoke-induced apoptosis /proliferation imbalance in airway cells, J Cell Mol Med. 2017, 21: 265-277.
Poon M.W., Jiang D., Qing P., Zhang Y., Qiu B., Chanda S., Tergaonkar V., Li Q., Wong Y.H.I., Yu Z., Tse H.F., Wong D.S.H. and Lian Q., Inhibition of NUCKS Facilitates Corneal Recovery Following Alkali Burn, Scientific Reports. 2017, 7: 41224.


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