Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) is pleased to announce the publication of the research article titled “Digital Eye Strain Among Indian University Students in the Post-COVID Era: A Cross-Sectional Study” in the internationally reputed journal Frontiers in Public Health, a Q1-indexed journal with an Impact Factor of 3.5, indexed in PubMed Central (PMC), Scopus, and Web of Science.
This collaborative research was carried out by the Departments of Microbiology and Ophthalmology, SRIHER, Chennai, and addresses the growing prevalence of digital eye strain among university students in the post-pandemic era. With the increasing reliance on digital devices for education, work, and communication, digital eye strain has emerged as a significant public health concern affecting the health and well-being of young adults.
The study provides valuable insights into the patterns, risk factors, and impact of prolonged digital device usage on eye health among university students. The findings contribute to the growing body of evidence supporting the need for awareness, preventive strategies, and healthy digital practices to reduce the burden of digital eye strain.
The publication of this research in a prestigious international journal reflects SRIHER’s continued commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to evidence-based public health research. This achievement further strengthens the institution’s reputation for excellence in research and innovation.
SRIHER congratulates the research team on this noteworthy accomplishment and wishes them continued success in their future academic and research endeavors.
