EssilorLuxottica Establishes a Scientific Advisory Committee
EssilorLuxottica has announced the creation of a Scientific Advisory Committee to boost its innovation, according to a company press release.
Formation of the Committee
According to the press release, EssilorLuxottica has formed a Scientific Advisory Committee consisting of scientists and thought leaders in the fields of science, technology, and health. The purpose of this committee is to provide strategic advice and insights on future opportunities, thereby aiding the company in advancing its research priorities, including ophthalmology, oculomics, physics, optics, audiology, artificial intelligence, and ethics.
Distinguished Experts on the Committee
The committee includes five renowned experts. Among them are Prof. Alain Aspect, winner of the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics, and Prof. Alessio Figalli, recipient of the 2018 Fields Medal. The committee also includes Prof. Sharon Kujawa, awarded the 2017 Callier Prize, Prof. José-Alain Sahel, winner of the 2024 Wolf Prize, and Prof. Effy Vayena, an expert in bioethics. These professionals are recognized for their significant contributions to their respective fields.
Leadership's Vision for Innovation
Francesco Milleri, Chairman and CEO, and Paul du Saillant, Deputy CEO of EssilorLuxottica, expressed in the press release their ambition to advance fields such as ophthalmology, audiology, and other life sciences through this new collaboration. They emphasize that the committee is a significant step in the company’s innovation strategy, aiming to transform scientific discoveries into tangible benefits for patients.
