Cvi-sim

26/03/2026

This is a great summary of our work over the last eight years, with links to all our videos - thanks for this CVI Scotland - a fantastic team to work with.

Our simulation project CVI-SIM, developed with the University of St Andrews, comes in at number 6 in our top searched terms. Not surprisingly, it has been extremely well received, especially the many videos from the project. In the link below is a short explanation of the background to the project, why we created it, and what we are learning. There are also links to further information and all the CVI-SIM videos in the order they were made, including explanations of many elements of vision with CVI, for mainstream school and profoundly disabled children, and factors for teachers. Cvi-sim
https://cviscotland.org/mem_portal.php?article=574
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07/10/2025

We enjoyed making it - glad you like it CVI Scotland

03/10/2025

04/09/2025

Have a safe journey Dr Nicola CVI, we are excited to see you!

04/06/2025

Description: Many children with visual difficulties pass standard sight tests because their challenges come from the brain, not the eyes. This video explains cerebral…

21/05/2025

Join Dr Andrew Blaikie and Helen St Clair Tracy from the University of St Andrews and CVI Scotland for a 90-minute session explaining the connection between cerebral palsy and cerebral visual impairment (CVI), how to identify it, and what can help. Research suggests that the majority of people with cerebral palsy are also likely to be affected by CVI, yet it often goes unrecognised. Learn what CVI is, why it matters, and how simple, cost-free support strategies can make a life-changing difference for people of all ages and abilities. If you have cerebral palsy, or support someone who does, understanding CVI is essential.

This webinar is free to attend and is suitable for parents and professionals.

To find out more and to register please visit - https://cerebralpalsyscotland.org.uk/event/understanding-identifying-and-supporting-cerebral-visual-impairment-cvi-in-children-and-adults-with-cerebral-palsy/

09/04/2025

Great to see our CVI-SIM resources in action at the Centre pour le Développement des Compétences Relatives à la Vue (CDV) in Luxembourg – delivered by one of the project leads, Dr Andrew Blaikie.

Proud to see the tools being used to support children with CVI in such a thoughtful, practical setting.

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Fantastic to see CVI expert ophthalmologist and CVI Scotland advisor Dr Andrew Blaikie delivering training – including our CVI-SIM work – at the Centre pour le Développement des Compétences Relatives à la Vue (CDV) in Luxembourg City.

The CDV is a dedicated hub supporting children and adolescents with both ocular and cerebral visual impairments. Their commitment to empowering young people with tailored tools, support, and training is truly commendable.

🔗 Learn more about their brilliant work: https://www.cc-cdv.lu/fr



Arclight Project Centre pour le développement des compétences relatives à la vue Cvi-sim

03/02/2025

🚀 New CVI-SIM / Arclight Project Video 👶🌍

We’re excited to share our latest video, created in collaboration with the Arclight Project. This powerful resource is part of our global training and is now available for you to use.

📽️ Experience the world through a baby’s eyes as we explore key visual, hearing, and developmental milestones from birth to 18 months. Using world leading Sight-SIM technology, we’ve simulated how a baby’s vision develops over time, offering invaluable insight for parents, professionals, and educators.

We’re so happy to offer this important tool as part of our training. As with all our resources, please feel free to use and share. 🌍💙

https://vimeo.com/1052764236


Arclight Project St Andrews Innovation University of St Andrews

This video explores key visual, hearing, and developmental milestones from birth to 18 months, using simulated images to illustrate how a baby's vision evolves…

04/12/2024

Cerebral visual impairment (CVI) is increasingly being recognized as a significant cause of visual difficulties in children, particularly those with typical visual acuity, who nonetheless struggle in educational settings. This narrative review aims to elucidate the nature and impact of visual percep...

24/09/2024

If you support someone with CVI or are an adult with CVI, please find a few minutes to answer some important questions about their health and wellbeing.

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12/09/2024

Delighted CVI-SIM was used to make this video for Arclight Project and Eye Health Africa CIC. A 2 minute simulation summary of global visual impairments, part of yesterday's Lates exhibition at London's Science Museum Science Museum

26/08/2024

Great team, all CVI-SIM contributors.

Great CVI 'working lunch' in Edinburgh on Sunday. Sharing ideas, looking ahead, discussing shared goals and shared passions. Working together. Brilliant! Left to right Lotfi Merabet, Helen St Clair Tracy, John Ravenscroft, Gordon Dutton. CVI Neuroplasticity Research Group Scottish Sensory Centre Moray House School of Education and Sport