This webinar we will provide background for the analysis and understanding of the anterior human eye, cornea and lens, that not only provides refraction and high transparency that allow us to see the world around us but also is critical as a rigid yet transparent window to the inner eye of immeasurable value when diagnosing a number of eye and retinal conditions that may deteriorate vision if left untreated.

• The refractive properties of the cornea, the foremost element of the eye, will be covered and examples will be given of how the cornea can be imaged and analyzed. Improved imaging and analysis is crucial for eye diagnostics and for accurate refractive surgery.
• The mechanical properties of the eye and, in particular, the cornea will be discussed. The optical and mechanical properties of the cornea are determined by layered collagen fibrils. Only though detailed mechanical modeling can its structure and properties be understood.
• The crystalline eye lens has a graded refractive index profile and ensures vision and accommodation. Scattering may hinder clear vision and require implantation of an intraocular lens. A number of lenses are available that mimic the natural crystalline lens to provide accurate vision. The optics and opportunities of intraocular lenses will be discussed.