Would you like a FREE RUN PLACE in the Royal Parks Half Marathon? On Sunday 11 April 2021 the Royal Parks Half takes place for runners in their community. Track … Continue reading Free run places available
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Introducing Ian
Ian Springett joined the Nystagmus Network staff team in January 2021. Following a career in public service, most recently as an ECLO (Eye Care Liaison Officer) and Complaints Officer with … Continue reading Introducing Ian
We’re back!
Nystagmus Network woolly nystagmus mascots are now back in stock in our online shop. Dressed in warm woolly hats and scarves, each mascot has its own individual skin and hair … Continue reading We’re back!
Congratulations, Dr Thomas
The Nystagmus Network is sending huge congratulations to the newly qualified Dr Nikita Thomas. Dr Thomas achieved her PhD this month. Nikita is well known to members of the Nystagmus … Continue reading Congratulations, Dr Thomas
Notes from the January forum for adults living with CN
It was so wonderful to see and hear people exchanging experiences and tips on Tuesday evening, 26 January (morning for those who joined us from New Zealand!). Here are just … Continue reading Notes from the January forum for adults living with CN
Vision impairment and employment – a research project
Guest Post: Dr. Liz Ellis, VICTAR, University of Birmingham The Vision Impairment Centre for Teaching and Research (VICTAR) at the University of Birmingham is conducting research to understand more about … Continue reading Vision impairment and employment – a research project
Sam’s challenge of a lifetime
Nystagmus Network Trustee, Sam Jones will be cycling 500 miles around the North Coast of Scotland in June this year to raise money for the Nystagmus Network. It’s the ultimate … Continue reading Sam’s challenge of a lifetime
Nystagmus does cause visual crowding – it’s official
It’s long been understood that people with nystagmus can struggle to pick out objects from an image or face in a crowd. That’s a phenomenon called visual crowding. But how … Continue reading Nystagmus does cause visual crowding – it’s official
Notes from the January AN/Oscillopsia Forum
With people joining us from both sides of the Atlantic, there was some very interesting discussion at the most recent Nystagmus Network forum for adults with Acquired Nystagmus and Oscillopsia. … Continue reading Notes from the January AN/Oscillopsia Forum
Notes from the January Parent Forum
The Nystagmus Network runs regular virtual get togethers for parents and carers on Zoom. Here’s Sue’s report on the January event, which focused on homeschooling. It was lovely to see … Continue reading Notes from the January Parent Forum