Dr. Michael Read

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Read is a Senior Research Fellow at Eurolens Research, University of Manchester, United Kingdom. He is responsible for liaising with the contact lens industry and managing clinical laboratory research projects. In 2010, he completed his PhD, which investigated the influence of surface characteristics on the clinical performance of silicone hydrogel contact materials. Prior to his PhD studies, Read worked for five years in primary care practice. He is a member of the College of Optometrists and has authored several peer-reviewed papers, lecturing internationally primarily on contact lens surfaces and their interaction with the ocular environment. His expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, contributing positively towards sustainable practices within his research projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

2010-01-01 — Present

Eurolens Research, University of Manchester • Manchester, United Kingdom

Managing clinical laboratory research projects and liaising with the contact lens industry.

Awards

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Irving Fatt Memorial Award

2015-01-01

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.