The School of Optometry and Vision Science is excited to welcome Dr. James Wolffsohn from the U.K. as a Government of Canada Eddie Goldenberg Research Chair in Health Innovation. At the School, Dr. Wolffsohn will continue his work advancing technology-driven solutions for earlier detection, personalized treatment and equitable access to eye care.
Dr. Wolffsohn joined Waterloo on October 1, 2026, and plans to establish a research program that spans the full innovation pipeline, from discovery and research through to commercialization, while engaging Waterloo students at every stage. His research focuses on developing equitable, technology-enabled solutions that improve eye health and can be translated rapidly from the lab into real-world use.
“Professionally and intellectually, joining Waterloo is an opportunity to accelerate the impact of my research, build new partnerships, and expand its reach to benefit patients and communities in Canada and around the world," he says. "Ultimately, my goal is to ensure that research discoveries move beyond the lab to deliver meaningful benefits for patients, clinicians, and health systems."