title: Basic science research in optometry: are we adequately prepared?
abstract: Optometry has not traditionally emphasized basic science research. With the increasing responsibilities taken on for the health care of our patients, it is essential that optometry develop its own scientific base of knowledge on which to rely. The need for good scientific investigators, the need for support for basic science research, as well as the importance of long-range planning for basic science research in optometry are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Southern College of Optometry, Memphis, TN 38104.
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Jennings
mesh_terms: D006285:Health Planning; D006801:Humans; D009907:Optometry; D012106:Research; D012108:Research Personnel; D012109:Research Support as Topic; D014481:United States