The International Society for Geographical and Epidemiological Ophthalmology was founded in 1970 to promote the science of geographic and epidemiologic ophthalmology among all people and nations. To date, ISGEO has convened 26 Congresses, held in every region of the world in conjunction with a major eye meeting in the host country, the last one, 26^th ISGEO Congress #ISGEO2025 was held at Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology, Kathmandu on 27 & 28 April, 2025. The theme was ‘Countdown to 2030: Challenges and opportunities for research and data’.

Through its Congresses, ISGEO builds a community of early career and seasoned researchers who aim to strengthen their research and its impact on vision. #ISGEO2025 offered the opportunity to showcase individual’s work and learn and network from global colleagues. Thank you for all who joined us in Kathmandu and Online!
Jacqui Ramke, President