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Medical College of Wisconsin - Ocular Immunology and Angiogenesis Laboratory Awards, Events and News

Learn about the latest events, updates, and happenings in the lab for our students, fellows, associates, and more.

Awards & Recognitions

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2023
  • September 2023 - Dr. Chaurasia named Outstanding Educator Award, MCW School of Graduate Studies, Medical College of Wisconsin
  • February 2023 - OIAL ocular image used as part of MCW's Project Wonder, the Art of Science at the Medical College of Wisconsin partners basic and translational scientists with local artists and writers to elevate and amplify their innovative, life-changing research and its impact through bold, imaginative, one-of-a-kind artistic representations. Dr. Chaurasia's image was included in an exhibit at the Northwestern Mutual Art Gallery at Cardinal Stritch University.
2019
  • December 2019 - Dr. Chaurasia gives Distinguished Ophthalmology Lecture at Roski Eye Institute, University of Southern California
  • June 2019 - Dr. Chaurasia awarded Electron Microscopy Excellence Award, University of Missouri
2018
  • April 2018 - Dr. Chaurasia interviewed by local NBC News affiliate in the Prime-Time News, KOMU News, Columbia, MO
2017
  • June 2017 - Dr. Chaurasia awarded Electron Microscopy Excellence Award at the University of Missouri
2011
  • September 2011 - Dr. Chaurasia awarded Outstanding Young Research Award, Singapore Eye Research Institute, Singapore

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The OIAL hosted a team outing at the 2024 Wisconsin State Fair
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Yesenia Gomez joins the OIAL as Research Technologist I
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Medical Student and OIAL Lab Member Arth Patel Presents on The Role of Decorin in Vascular Remodeling in the Retina
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OIAL team celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, at Dr. Chaurasia's house
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Team lunch to celebrate Utkarsh Reddy's birthday
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Team lunch to celebrate Utkarsh Reddy's birthday
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Celebrating Dr. Chaurasia's birthday cake for the team
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OIAL team celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights, at Dr. Chaurasia's house
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