Ray Avery (scientist)
Ray Avery (Scientist)
Ray Avery (pronunciation: /reɪ/ /ˈeɪvəri/) is a renowned scientist, inventor, and social entrepreneur hailing from New Zealand.
Etymology
The name 'Ray' is of English origin and means 'beam of light', while 'Avery' is an English surname derived from the Old French name 'Alberic', which means 'elf power'.
Biography
Ray Avery was born in the United Kingdom and moved to New Zealand in the 1970s. He is best known for his work in the field of ophthalmology, where he developed affordable intraocular lenses, which are used in cataract surgery. His inventions have significantly reduced the cost of eye care in developing countries.
Avery is also the founder of Medicine Mondiale, an organization that develops sustainable medical solutions for those living in poverty. He has received numerous awards for his work, including the New Zealand Order of Merit and the World Health Organization's Sasakawa Health Prize.
Related Terms
- Scientist
- Inventor
- Social entrepreneur
- Ophthalmology
- Intraocular lens
- Cataract surgery
- Medicine Mondiale
- New Zealand Order of Merit
- World Health Organization
- Sasakawa Health Prize
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ray Avery (scientist)
- Wikipedia's article - Ray Avery (scientist)
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