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GAEBA stands for knowledge transfer and exchange
The Global Alliance of Eye Banking Associations brings together knowledge and experience in the field of cornea donation and eye banking. GAEBA's central goal is to promote these fields through knowledge transfer, networking and exchange. In doing so, GAEBA also promotes the worldwide establishment of ethical standards and guidelines. As a central contact, GAEBA also assists tissue donation institutions and eye banks in an advisory capacity.
Dr Heather Machin – GAEBA Chair
Who we are:
We are specialists in:
Sharing best practices & guidelines
Exchange & knowledge transfer
Promotion & preservation of eye banking in the non-profit sector
Coding & traceability of ocular tissue
A global eye bank registry
Public awareness for eye donation & banking
OUR EXECUTIVE
Meet Our Founding Partners and Active Representatives
ACTIVITIES
Commonwealth Tribute to Life Project
Recent Articles And News
Read more about the activities and projects of the Global Alliance, its member organizations and general developments in the field of cornea donation and eye banking.
Collin Ross receives GAEBA’s 2026 Dr Paul Dubord Award for International Eye Banking
Eric Frick2026-07-18T05:26:27+10:00The award was presented during the World Eye Bank Symposium (WEBS2026) in Prague, Czech Republic, on 25 June 2026, where Collin was honoured for his outstanding contributions to the international eye banking community. GAEBA is proud...
WEBS 2026 Showcases Innovation and Collaboration in Global Eye Banking
Eric Frick2026-07-18T04:01:47+10:00WEBS 2026 Showcases Innovation and Collaboration in Global Eye Banking Contributed by Vision Share The 2026 World Eye Bank Symposium (WEBS), held in Prague, Czech Republic, brought together eye banking professionals, ophthalmologists, researchers,...
Prof Namrata Sharma receives GAEBA’s inaugural Dr Paul Dubord Award for International Eye Banking
Admin-Gaeba2024-09-30T18:43:31+10:00The award was presented during the World Eye Bank Symposium (WEBS2024) in Jakarta, Indonesia, on 25 September 2024, where Prof Sharma was honoured for her outstanding contributions to the international eye banking community. Interview wit Prof...