Charing Cross Hospital

The ESCRS created a Ridley Museum at its Barcelona conference to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the IOL, focusing on Sir Harold Ridley's pioneering work. The museum showcased historic equipment and immersive environments, highlighting Ridley's journey from initial rejection to eventual vindication. It also featured future IOL technologies and robotic cataract surgery advancements, emphasizing the importance of innovation and persistence in ophthalmology.

The SepTiC study aims to improve sepsis treatment by answering three key questions: the efficacy of rapid PCR testing for targeted antibiotics, the impact of fluid reduction on patient recovery, and the potential benefits of immune-boosting medication. Funded by the NIHR, the study is currently recruiting patients across multiple UK hospitals.