Asia Pacific Ocular Imaging Society (APOIS) is absolutely delighted to unveil the results of the highly anticipated APAO-APOIS Imaging Competition, which captivated participants and judges alike during its third session in 2024-2025. With the resonant theme of "Helping the world to see," this competition sparked creativity and innovation from November 2024 until its thrilling conclusion in early January 2025, amassing an impressive array of over 1000 submissions across ten dynamic categories.
Our gratitude extends wholeheartedly to our esteemed panel of ten judges, whose selfless commitment and expertise ensured the integrity and excellence of the competition. Their dedication to meticulously assessing each entry played a pivotal role in the success of this event.
As we eagerly unveil the top two overall winners and celebrate the victors and runners-up across the diverse spectrum of categories, it's abundantly clear that the talent showcased in these submissions is nothing short of extraordinary. From breathtaking visuals to innovative techniques, each entry exemplifies the passion and dedication of its creator.
In recognition of the outstanding achievement, the first-place overall winner will receive well-deserved cash prize, courtesy of APOIS. Additionally, winners in each category will be honored with cash prizes and certificates of merit, underscoring their exceptional contributions.
Moreover, these remarkable entries will take center stage at the prestigious APAO exhibition, offering a wider audience the opportunity to appreciate their brilliance. Furthermore, they will be prominently featured on the APOIS website, ensuring lasting recognition for their creators.
To all the winners, heartfelt congratulations! Your continuous commitment to the theme of "Imaging the Eye: Helping the World to See" has not only impressed but also inspired us all. Your dedication, creativity, and hard work have truly illuminated the competition, leaving an indelible mark on all who have had the privilege of witnessing your talents.
On behalf of APOIS, we extend our deepest appreciation to all participants for their enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication. Your contributions have been instrumental in making this competition a resounding success, and we are immensely grateful for your invaluable support.
Thank you for being an integral part of this remarkable journey, and here's to continued innovation and excellence in the field of imaging.
A/Prof Rupesh AgrawalName | Submission no. | Title | |
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OVERALL | |||
TOP OVERALL WINNER | DR KOMAL SALUJA | 10684 | Balsam Separation: The beautiful fern |
ANTERIOR SEGMENT PHOTOGRAPHY | |||
WINNER | SHISHIR VERGHESE | 10082 | Scleritis in the negative |
RUNNER | Vishal Raval | 10321 | Sunflower’s Enigma: Seeing through an Albino Eye |
ARTS AND CRAFTS | |||
WINNER | Sahiti Puttagunta | 10818 | Donate eyes - Light up lives !!! |
RUNNER | Hridya H | 10057 | A MELANOMA MOTH |
EXTERNAL PHOTOGRAPHY | |||
WINNER | Dan Ye | 10874 | The Scarlet Bloom |
RUNNER | Kasi Sandhanam | 10520 | Pigments (Naevus of Ota) |
FFA/ICG ANGIOGRAPHY | |||
WINNER | Sara Rizvi | 10781 | Mermaid Melodies: The Artistry of Mycoplasma pneumoniae Retinal Vasculitis |
GATEWAY TO HEALTH SYSTEM | |||
WINNER | Akash Rajkumar Khiyani | 10378 | Ocular Battlefield : The Great Squamous Siege ! |
RUNNER | Rolika Bansal | 10866 | The Face of Bravery: Triumph over Capillary Hemangioma |
I HAVEN'T SEEN THAT BEFORE | |||
WINNER | Bhajandeep Grewal | 10515 | Macula resilience in retinitis pigmentosa |
RUNNER | MOUSUMI BANERJEE | 10549 | The Menacing Horn: A Manifestation of Conjunctival Melanoma |
OCT, OCT-A | |||
WINNER | Vishal Jadhav | 10375 | Dew in the Descemet's!- acute corneal hydrops secondary to keratoconus |
RUNNER | PrasannaVenkatesh Ramesh | 10300 | Witnessing the spectacle/eyegoggles in the eye |
POSTERIOR SEGMENT PHOTOGRAPHY | |||
WINNER | ABHISHEK G NAIR | 10065 | LEFT EYE GRADE 4 HYPERTENSIVE RETINOPATHY + SECTORAL RETINITIS PIGMENTOSA |
RUNNER | Abhishek Das | 10366 | Fundus Albipunctatus through fundus auto-fluorescence |
SEEING IS BELIEVING | |||
WINNER | Florentina Priscilia | 10352 | Vision for All, Breaking theStigma of Leprosy |
RUNNER | Sameer Chaudhary | 10426 | The Lens on Life – Bending the rays of sight and hope |