C3 Fields Analyser by VIT
In a significant outcome, researchers at VIT University, Vellore, have introduced the C3 Fields Analyser, an Intelligent Vision Analyzer designed for head-mount portable visual field perimetry. With glaucoma affecting 80 million people globally and projected to cause vision loss in 22 million individuals by 2040, this innovation addresses a critical need in eye care.
Traditional Visual Field Perimetry Tests, essential for identifying early signs of vision loss due to glaucoma, often involve discomfort and lack portability. The C3 Fields Analyser utilizes virtual reality (VR) technology, allowing for a more comfortable and portable testing experience. The device is managed through a smartphone, projecting stimuli at various angles while the subject focuses on the center. Evolving algorithms determine stimuli size and intensity, providing accurate results.
Key Features:
1. Portability: The head-mounted device offers unparalleled portability, making visual field perimetry more accessible and convenient for both patients and healthcare professionals.
2. Cost Efficiency: The innovation has significantly reduced costs by 10 times, making it a more viable solution for widespread adoption and affordability.
3. Clinical Validation: The C3 Fields Analyser has undergone clinical validation in collaboration with Aravind Eye Hospital, ensuring its effectiveness and reliability in real-world applications.
4. Commercialization: Alfaleus tech has successfully commercialized the device, making it available to a broader audience.
5. Recognition and Awards: The innovation has garnered recognition, including the Chinni Krishnan Innovation Award and being finalists at the National Startup Award (NSA)-Healthcare category and Wharton India Start-up Challenge. Grants from BIRAC and DST further validate its significance.
The C3 Fields Analyser represents a paradigm shift in glaucoma detection, offering a user-friendly, cost-effective, and highly portable solution. Its impact on improving accessibility to visual field perimetry aligns with the global effort to prevent irreversible blindness caused by glaucoma.
For more information, contact P. Arulmozhivarman at parulmozhivarman@vit.ac.in
–Raja Aditya
