Vision Research Foundation

Pledges to meet the patients’ requirements by offering expert ophthalmic care with compassion through a dedicated and committed team of well qualified and trained professionals.

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • FCRA
  • 80G
  • 12A
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Financials

  • 2021

    Total Income
    Rs.57,000,000
    Total Expenses
    Rs.74,330,000
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  • 2022

    Total Income
    Rs.59,777,000
    Total Expenses
    Rs.71,806,000
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  • 2023

    Total Income
    Rs.54,660,000
    Total Expenses
    Rs.61,256,000
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Geographies Served

Programs

  • Ocular Pathology

    District
    District

    Chennai

    States

    Tamil Nadu

    The department specializes in diagnosing ophthalmic conditions, including ocular surface, lid, and intraocular tumors. Additionally, our pathologists possess extensive experience in diagnosing various disorders through skin biopsy. Our primary research emphasis is on elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying ocular tumors and identifying biomarkers. Furthermore, we are dedicated to advancing our understanding of the immunological aspects of eye diseases. With numerous awards and international recognition, our departmental members have contributed to over 500 publications in the field.

  • Bioinformatics

    District
    District

    Chennai

    States

    Tamil Nadu

    The Centre for Bioinformatics is dedicated to advancing our understanding of biological processes relevant to Vision Research. Our key objectives include:

    Establishing leadership in utilizing modern bioinformatics tools for investigating and treating ocular diseases, with the aim of becoming a focal point for ophthalmic researchers across India.

    Developing expertise, analytical tools, and methodologies for handling vast amounts of biomedical data from genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic studies. We leverage high-performance computational systems to discern differences between healthy and diseased states.

    Offering personalized training to enhance the bioinformatics skills of ophthalmic investigators, empowering them to apply these tools effectively in their research.

    Organizing workshops, training programs, and seminars to educate ophthalmic researchers and those in other biological disciplines about the diverse applications of bioinformatics in modern biology.

Leadership Team

  • Ronnie Jacob George

    President

  • Dr. S Bhaskaran

    Secretary

  • Dr. T S Surendran

    Board Member

  • Mr. Rajan Rajagopal

    Board Member

  • Dr. Seshadri Suresh

    Board Member

  • Mr. V Vaidyanathan

    Board Member

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATV2725M

  • Registration Number

    117 of 1983

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • 80G

    AAATV2725MF20214

  • 12A

    AAATV2725ME20214

  • FCRA

    075900266

About

  • Headquarters

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu

  • Since

    1985

Impact

VRF has trained about 60 PhDs in its research laboratories to date, with an average of 3 research scientists earning a Doctorate every year in their chosen area of research.

Vision and Mission

The mission of the Vision Research Foundation is to reduce retinal blindness worldwide by funding programs in research and education.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    Vision Research Foundation, New No. 41, Old No. 18, College Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India., Chennai, Tamil Nadu

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

    Chennai

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Trust

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management