For more than 50 years, the Jampolsky Fellows & Scientists Meeting has brought together the community of fellows trained by Arthur Jampolsky and the scientists of the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute. This annual gathering is a time to reconnect, explore current research, and celebrate the collaborative spirit that has defined Smith-Kettlewell since its founding.
We look forward to welcoming fellows back to San Francisco from March 26–28, 2026 for an opening evening reception followed by two full days of scientific exchange, lab tours, shared meals, and conversation – continuing a tradition of curiosity, mentorship, and discovery.
Program Overview
Thursday Reception
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Starts at 5 PM
- Evening Reception – 5 PM
- The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute
Join us for a reception to kick off this year’s meeting! A wonderful opportunity to connect with colleagues and get excited for the days ahead.
We hope to see you there!
Meeting Day 1
Friday, March 27th, 2026
8 AM – 5 PM
- Welcome Breakfast
- 8 AM
- Session I Talks
- 9 AM – 10:45 AM
- Poster Session
- 10:50 AM – 11:20 AM
- Keynote Lecture
- 11:25 AM – 12:20 PM
- Lunch
- 12:20 – 1:20 PM
- Session II Talks
- 1:25 – 3:35 PM
- Lab Tours
- 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
- JFSM Dinner
- 5:30 PM
Please join us for a special JFSM dinner at Chouquet’s after the first day of the meeting.
Meeting Day 2
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
8 AM – 5 PM
- Breakfast – 8 AM
- Session III Talks
- 9 AM – 10:35 AM
- Poster Session
- 10:40 AM – 11:10 AM
- Keynote Lecture
- 11:15 AM – 12:10 PM
- Lunch
- 12:15 – 1:15 PM
- Session IV Talks
- 1:20 PM – 3:05 PM
- Lab Tours
- 3:15 PM – 4:35 PM
The program will be updated with more details as the event approaches. All registrants and invited fellows will receive these updates by email.
Scientific Program
Each presentation listed includes the 10 minutes of discussion that follow the speaker’s talk. All talks are scheduled for 10 minutes, except for talks which are 20 minutes per speaker request.
Friday, March 27th
Breakfast – (8:00 – 8:40 AM)
Opening Remarks – (8:45 – 8:55 AM)
Session I: Central Vision Loss & Clinical Adaptation
- Stephen Kraft, M.D. – (9:00 – 9:30 AM)
- What They Knew About Strabismology: Contributions of Luminaries in Medical and Ophthalmic History
- Preeti Verghese, Ph.D. – (9:35 – 9:55 AM)
- Stereopsis in Amblyopia and Strabismus
- Georgia Kamboj Kaidonis, M.D. – (10:00 – 10:20 AM)
- Macular Causes of Central Scotomas
- Federico G. Vélez, M.D. – (10:25 – 10:45 AM)
- Novel Histopathology Findings in Brown Syndrome
Friday Poster Session – 10:50 – 11:20 AM
Keynote Lecture: Creig Hoyt, M.D.
Retool: Borges did; Thurber didn’t – (11:25 AM – 12:20 PM)
Lunch – (12:20 – 1:20 PM)
Session II: Neuroplasticity, Multisensory Compensation, and Functional Adaptation
- Santani Teng, Ph.D. – (1:25 – 1:45 PM)
- Using Touch and Hearing to Replace Visual Function: Research on Echolocation and Braille Reading in Blindness
- Lora Likova, Ph.D. – (1:50 – 2:10 PM)
- Shared Mechanisms of Drawing and Music: Harnessing Neuroplasticity for Vision Rehabilitation
- Catherine Agathos, Ph.D. – (2:15 – 2:35 PM)
- Mobility Concerns and Processing in Macular Degeneration: Insight for Fall Prevention and Management
- Mark Jacobson, M.D. – (2:35 – 2:55 PM)
- Marcaine in Strabismus
- Susan Day, M.D. and Bradley Black, M.D. – (3:00 – 3:30 PM)
- Vision in Music: How do Pediatric Ophthalmologists Help?
Lab Tours – (3:45 – 5:00 PM)
Saturday, March 28th
Breakfast – (8:00 – 8:50 AM)
Brief Remarks – (8:50 – 8:55 AM)
Session III: Pediatric & Developmental Vision Disorders
- Adrien Chopin, Ph.D. – (9:00 – 9:20 AM)
- Binocular Rivalry as a Diagnostic Tool for Amblyopia
- Scott Lambert, M.D. – (9:25 – 9:45 AM)
- When to Stop Patching for a Child with Deprivation Amblyopia?
- William Good, M.D. – (9:50 – 10:10 AM)
- New Evidence that CVI Could Evolve After an Early Injury
- Lucrecia Berganza-Albis, M.D. – (10:15- 10:35 AM)
- Grave’s Ophthalmopathy in Children
Saturday Poster Session – (10:40 – 11:10 AM)
Keynote Lecture: Tsutomu Ohashi, M.D., Ph.D.
Memories of Experiments on Dr. Jampolsky’s Hypothesis and My Recent Hypotheses – (11:15 AM – 12:10 PM)
Lunch – (12:10 – 1:10 PM)
Session IV: Eye Movements, Oculomotor Control, and Neural Constraints
- Stephen Heinen, Ph.D. – (1:20 – 1:40 PM)
- Turning a Blind Eye: Controlling Eye Movements Without Vision
- Jonathan Horton, M.D., Ph.D. – (1:45 – 2:15 PM)
- Ambulatory Eye Tracking to Assess Intermittent Exotropia
- Christoper Tyler, Ph.D., D.Sc. – (2:20 – 2:40 PM)
- The Curious Anomaly of Vertical Vergence Kinetics
- María Estella Arroyo Yllanes, M.D. –(2:45 – 3:05 PM)
- Posner’s Maneuver in Dissociated Vertical Deviation
Lab Tours – (3:15 – 4:35 PM)
Poster Sessions
Join us for informal poster sessions featuring 10 presentations from Smith-Kettlewell scientists and collaborators. Light refreshments will be provided as attendees circulate among posters, engage directly with presenters, and discuss current research in a relaxed, interactive setting.
Friday Poster Session: 10:50 AM – 11:20 AM
Saturday Poster Session: 10:40 AM – 11:10 AM
Lab Tours
At the conclusion of the scientific program each day (around 3:30 PM), attendees will be divided into four small touring groups for guided lab visits. Each group will rotate through four participating laboratories, spending approximately 15 minutes at each location. Groups will follow staggered routes so that all attendees have the opportunity to visit every lab while maintaining manageable group sizes and allowing for discussion with researchers. Different laboratories will be featured on each day, providing attendees with the opportunity to experience a broader range of research activities across the institute.
Friday Lab Tours (3:45 – 5:00 PM)
Teng Lab — EEG & braille / visual processing
Heinen Lab — Eye movement research
Shanidze Lab — Eye–head movement & gait
Likova Lab — Visual learning & perception
Saturday Lab Tours (3:15 – 4:35 PM)
Good Lab — sVEP techniques
Coughlan Lab — CamIO, Magic Map, assistive technology
Verghese Lab — Visual perception research
Hou Lab — Amblyopia research
Registration
Follow the links below to RSVP for the meeting, either by purchasing your ticket or selecting the “Not Attending (RSVP Only)” option.
Fellows
For JAMPOLSKY FELLOWS
Fellow registration includes scientific sessions, meals, evening events, and lab tours.
$500
Accompanying Partners
For Partners of fellows
Accompanying Partner registration includes meals and evening events.
$400
INTRODUCING…
The Peggy & Arthur Jampolsky Chair
The Peggy and Arthur Jampolsky Chair is an endowed position at the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute established to honor the scientific legacy of Arthur Jampolsky and the indispensable partnership of Peggy Jampolsky, and to sustain their shared commitment to innovative, clinically grounded vision science.
Plan Your Trip
Lodging
Smith-Kettlewell is located in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood, with a variety of nearby hotels and easy access to other areas of the city. Although no hotel block has been arranged, and there is no dedicated hotel for the conference, there are many convenient lodging options within walking distance or a short ride away. Booking ahead is recommended for the best selection.
For convenience, we’ve highlighted a few nearby hotels that may be helpful when planning your stay. These options are simply suggestions, and attendees are welcome to choose any lodging that works best for them.
Queen Anne Hotel
Hotel Kabuki
Kimpton Hotel Enso
Laurel Inn
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway
Queen Anne Hotel
1590 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
A Smith-Kettlewell favorite! Mention Smith-Kettlewell’s JFSM to receive the corporate rate of $160–$175 per night for Thursday through Saturday.
A historic boutique hotel located within walking distance of the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute. The Queen Anne offers a quieter, traditional setting in a residential neighborhood, with easy access to nearby transit and local dining options.
Phone: 415-441-2828
Hotel Kabuki
1625 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Hotel Kabuki is a modern hotel situated in Japantown, a short ride from the Institute. It offers contemporary accommodations and is close to restaurants, shops, and public transportation, making it a convenient option for exploring the city.
Phone: (415) 922 3200
Kimpton Hotel Enso
1800 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
Located near Fillmore Street and Japantown, Kimpton Hotel Enso is a boutique hotel offering a comfortable stay in a lively neighborhood. The hotel is well positioned for accessing the Institute as well as nearby dining and shopping areas.
Reservations: (800) 994-6103
The Laurel Inn
444 Presidio Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94115
A boutique hotel in San Francisco’s charming Pacific Heights neighborhood, The Laurel Inn, part of JdV by Hyatt, offers comfortable guest rooms with city views and amenities like free Wi-Fi, an on-site restaurant and lounge, and a fitness center. The hotel is located just minutes from the Presidio, Golden Gate Park, and easy transit options, making it a great base for exploring the city.
Phone: (415) 567-8467
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway
1500 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109
A comfortable, full-service hotel located in the Nob Hill neighborhood, offering convenient access to public transportation, nearby dining, and city attractions. With spacious rooms and on-site amenities, it’s a great option for attendees looking for a convenient and welcoming place to stay during the meeting.
Phone: (415) 441-4000
Transportation
The Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute is well connected by public transportation, rideshare services, and taxis. MUNI buses serve the area, and Uber and Lyft. are readily available throughout the city. The Institute is also located within the service area of Waymo, which offers fully autonomous rides for those who may be curious to try a newer mode of transportation during their visit.
We recommend downloading the Uber, Lyft, or Waymo apps on your smartphone before your trip.
Can’t Make It This Year?
If you’re unable to join us for the 2026 Jampolsky Fellows & Scientists Meeting, please let us know by selecting the “Not Attending (RSVP Only)” option on the registration form. Your response helps us with planning, and you may also make an optional gift in support of Smith-Kettlewell and the research community Art Jampolsky helped build.