The Nystagmus Network is pleased to launch a student essay competition. Open to students of all levels, from undergraduate to post-doctorate, in the fields of Ophthalmology, Optometry and Orthoptics, currently studying or working at UK institutions.

First Prize: £500, the opportunity to present at the Nystagmus Network International Nystagmus Symposium 2024 in June and an invitation to the charity’s Ruby Year celebration at the House of Lords in November.

Second Prize: £200 and the opportunity to present at the Nystagmus Network International Nystagmus Symposium 2024 in June

Third Prize: £100

All three prize winners’ essays will be published on the Nystagmus Network website.

The competition is inaugurated in honour of Richard Wilson OBE, former Chair of Trustees of the Nystagmus Network who sadly passed away in 2023. The prize will be presented by Richard’s widow, Mrs Jackie Wilson on behalf of the charity at a VIP celebration event in London.

Full details of the competition, including how to apply, this year’s essay topic, the judges and the all-important deadline can be found on the Nystagmus Network website here.

Contact details for the Nystagmus Network

email:     [email protected]

Tel:         01427 718093

web:       www.nystagmusnet.org