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Ocular biochemistry section is engaged in research on biochemical, immunological and genetic aspects of eye diseases. Section has handled the Indo-US Case Control Study on risk factors in age related senile Cataract. Research work is being carried out in Uveitis, Optic neuritis, Corneal ulcer etc. Several TOKEN programmes including WHO workshop programmes have been organized.

 Tissue and cell culture/Stem cell culture facility has been established in the section. Research work on stem cell culture is in progress. The lab is focusing to understand the molecular basis of ocular diseases, mainly Ocular tumors and Glaucoma. The focus is also on developing of microquantitative procedures for analysis of ocular fluids like aqueous and vitreous humors and tears.

 The beneficial effects of certain Ayurvedic drugs are also being evaluated for research purposes. The section continues to render clinical laboratory services, besides teaching and training to undergraduates and postgraduates. Section had produced Ph.Ds and MDs.