Innohk

Centre for Eye and Vision Research Limited

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62 Potential

Decision Maker

Dr. Peter Pang
info@cevr.hk
+852 3169 9631
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Raw Description
Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR) was founded in 2020 under the InnoHK Initiative from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government. The founding members are The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and the University of Waterloo (UWaterloo). Located in the Hong Kong Science and Technology Park, CEVR operates two state-of-the-art clinical research and bioscience laboratories. The two laboratories support research studies in the areas of myopia, drug discovery, vision enhancement, dry eye and advanced optometric technologies. The interdisciplinary nature of CEVR research has attracted world-class UWaterloo and PolyU researchers across multiple disciplines, including optometry and vision science, physics, pharmacy, chemistry, biology, rehabilitation sciences, health technology and informatics, and applied biology and chemical technology. Through translational research, CEVR aims to promote eye health and develop new technologies to prevent vision loss and preserve sight among ageing populations.

Strategic Analysis

Executive Brief

The Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR) is a leading-edge clinical and bioscience research hub under the InnoHK Initiative. They specialize in myopia control, ocular drug discovery, and advanced optometric technologies. Their work sits at the intersection of physics, biology, and chemistry, focusing on translational research to develop next-generation diagnostic tools and treatments for vision loss.

Strategic Fit & Lead Score

Lead Score: 62 (Adjacent Tech / Advanced Research)

Why this Score? While CEVR is not a traditional semiconductor or industrial tooling company, their focus on Bioscience Laboratories, Drug Discovery, and Advanced Optometric Tech creates a high-value niche for diamond's unique properties. Specifically, Diamond's extreme bio-compatibility, optical transparency, and electrochemical sensitivity (via BDD) provide solutions for ocular sensors and high-precision surgical components that traditional materials cannot match.

6C Solutions Proposal

Application Area 6C Solution Technical Value Prop
Ocular Fluid Sensing BDD (Boron Doped Diamond) Electrodes Ultimate Sensitivity: BDD provides a wide electrochemical potential window and low background current, enabling the detection of ultra-low concentrations of biomarkers (e.g., glucose, cytokines) in tear films.
Implantable Devices Bio-compatible SCD/PCD Coating Non-Toxic & Inert: Diamond is the most bio-compatible material known. Coating intraocular implants or sensors prevents bio-fouling and protein buildup, extending device life and reducing inflammation.
High-Precision Ophthalmic Tools PCD Diamond Coatings Atomic Sharpness: 6C can provide diamond-coated surgical micro-blades or laser apertures that maintain structural integrity and sharpness at sub-micron levels, reducing tissue trauma during surgery.
Advanced Imaging & Lasers Optical Grade PCD Wafers Thermal Management: For high-power laser vision correction systems, 6Cā€™s diamond windows offer the highest thermal conductivity (>2000 W/mK) to prevent thermal lensing and beam distortion.
In-House Material Discovery Custom MPCVD Reactor Build Self-Sufficiency: Enable CEVR researchers to grow and dope their own diamond-based bio-interfaces or quantum-sensing probes directly in their Hong Kong Science Park labs.

Engagement Hooks

  • Technical Question: "In your drug discovery and tear film analysis, are you currently limited by the signal-to-noise ratio or the chemical degradation of standard metallic electrodes? Would a Boron-Doped Diamond (BDD) interface with its superior electrochemical window improve your detection limits for ocular biomarkers?"
  • Value Statement: "6C can transform your optometric hardware from 'standard' to 'state-of-the-art' by integrating bio-inert, optically clear diamond coatings that eliminate bio-fouling and survive the harshest ocular environments."