Visual snow presents as a perplexing neurological condition within ophthalmology, characterized by persistent visual disturbances. Those affected perceive their entire visual field as filled with tiny, flickering dots akin to static on a television screen. Symptoms may include floaters, afterimages, and heightened light sensitivity. Despite ongoing research, the precise cause remains elusive, though it is believed to involve hyperexcitability in the brain's visual processing centers.
This condition significantly impacts daily life, impairing visual quality and potentially causing distress. Diagnosis relies on reported symptoms and ruling out other possible causes. Treatment aims at symptom management through lifestyle adjustments, trials of medications, and supportive therapies. Continued research is crucial for uncovering the underlying mechanisms and developing more effective treatments.
Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) is a neurological disorder characterized by persistent visual disturbances, most notably a continuous “visual snow” or static across the visual field, which can profoundly…
Sessions are CPD-accredited by The CPD Group (UK) — one CPD credit for every hour of attendance.
Oral and poster slots for original Visual Snow work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet ophthalmologists, vision scientists, and eye-care clinicians from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts are compiled into the conference proceedings and indexed in Scopus and Web of Science.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Visual Snow research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Visual Snow track is a dedicated stream within IOC 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Visual Snow. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision scientists, educators, doctoral students, and trainees with an interest in Visual Snow are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. IOC 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Visual Snow track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
