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Dr. Newton K. Wesley Research Center

Participate in pioneering research.

Four people at the Dr. Newton K. Wesley Research Center

 

Built in collaboration with the Dr. Newton K. Wesley Foundation, this center is a dedicated research space on campus. The center will house specialty research rooms and a modular center that changes based on research needs. This space triples the size of our current research suite.

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Learn what research is like at ICO.

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Dr. Newton K. Wesley Research Center at Illinois College of Optometry

Patients participating in clinical research trials will be directed to the Dr. Newton K. Wesley Research Center for all of their exams.

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Woman getting an eye exam at Wesley Research Center

Our amazing patient population is the biggest reason we can continue our groundbreaking research.

As one of the largest optometric institutions in America, you will have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of specific areas of interest no matter what they may be.

Optometrist examines patient's eye with a slit lamp.

Research at ICO now encompasses every stage of your optometric journey whether you’re a student, a resident or faculty, you’ll see there is a topic that may interest you!

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Young girl having eye exam with ophthalmic machine

The Dr. Newton K. Wesley Research Center has been built to accommodate research’s growing needs. Our research will continue to expand, and we look forward to having a space that expands with us.

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