Become the Next Ophthalmology Star at OSA 2025
Every year, the Ophthalmology Star Awards (OSA)—powered by VSY Biotechnology GmbH—shine a spotlight on transformative research and clinical excellence. Are you ready to join the ranks of visionary ophthalmologists shaping the future of eye care?
Why Recognition Matters in Ophthalmology
The Ophthalmology Star Awards (OSA) highlights groundbreaking research and clinical innovation—from advanced surgical techniques to transformative diagnostics. Recognition at OSA signals global respect, elevating recipients as leaders in ophthalmic progress and enhancing visibility within the ophthalmology community. This spotlight amplifies researchers’ work, accelerates collaboration, and catalyzes real-world impact.
Past Winners: Journey to Distinction
OSA 2024 winners exemplify this trajectory:
• Suphi Taneri (Germany) – Awarded first prize for his work on decision-making in corneal refractive surgery.
• Liliana Werner (USA) – Secured second prize for her study on rotational stability of a new hydrophobic acrylic IOL.
• Paolo Fogagnolo (Italy) – Received third prize for pioneering lacrimal gland neurotization in neurogenic dry eye.
These researchers credit the OSA for boosting their impact—leading to broader adoption of their insights and deeper engagement across global clinical networks.
What the Judges Look For
Judges evaluate submissions based on several key criteria: the level of innovation, examining whether the work introduces a novel or breakthrough idea; patient impact, assessing if the research meaningfully improves care or outcomes; scalability, determining whether the concept can be broadly implemented and adopted in clinical practice; and scientific advancement, measuring how significantly the work contributes to advancing ophthalmic knowledge.
How to Apply for OSA 2025
Interested candidates, individuals or organizations in eye care, can apply following these simple steps:
• Deadline: August 8, 2025
• Eligibility: Submit an English-language, peer-reviewed ophthalmology article published after January 2024
• Required Materials: Author's CV and full article via the official online application page
• Evaluation Criteria:
• Innovation
• Patient Impact
• Scalability
• Advancement of Ophthalmic Science
• Announcement: Winners to be revealed at the 43rd ESCRS Meeting in Copenhagen, 2025
What Winners Receive
Winners of the Ophthalmology Star Awards (OSA) receive international recognition, gaining professional validation and enhanced credibility among peers. They also benefit from expanded access to networking opportunities, potential collaborations, and funding avenues. Additionally, winners enjoy significant media visibility through OBN and VSY Biotechnology platforms, amplifying the reach and impact of their work within the global ophthalmology community.
Ready to Become an OSA 2025 Star?
Submit your groundbreaking work and claim your place among the next generation of ophthalmic innovators. The OSA isn’t just an award, it’s a launchpad for real-world impact.
Apply now and prepare to step into the spotlight at ESCRS Copenhagen.
