13 mins
Sep 22, 2026
From 20 Years of Research to the Big Screen: Prof: John Nolan Discusses A Vision for Vision on RTÉ Radio 1
BBC – Trust Me, I’m a Doctor 2016
In this BBC feature, Prof. John Nolan and the Nutrition Research Centre Ireland are highlighted for their groundbreaking research into the role of nutrition and carotenoids in supporting visual and cognitive function. Filmed at the Waterford Institute of Technology, the segment explores how dietary intervention can increase macular pigment levels in the eye and potentially enhance vision. Prof. Nolan demonstrates the scientific methods used to assess eye health and explains the real-world impact of the Centre’s work in preventative health care.
