The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute Email Format
Research ServicesCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute is a nonprofit, independent research organization dedicated to advancing the understanding of human vision. Located in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, California, it was founded to foster collaboration between clinical practice and scientific investigation in eye care. Its work encompasses clinical studies aimed at diagnosing and treating eye diseases, and the development of devices and vocational programs to assist the partially sighted, blind, and hearing impaired through the Rehabilitation Engineering and Research Center. The institute also pursues basic research to explain how the eye and brain work, providing a foundational context for its clinical and rehabilitation programs. In March 2025, it participated in the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference, illustrating ongoing engagement with digital accessibility developments.