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Transitions ® lenses have been changing the way people see the world for more than 20 years . The first time a patient slips on a pair of photochromic lenses , their perception of the world changes .
Suddenly colours are more true and clear and for many , it is the first time in many years they have been able to see the beauty and colour of the world .
Behind these adaptive lenses is a team of scientists and innovators who are constantly working to improve photochromic technology to make the experience of seeing clearer in all lighting conditions even more profound .
Leading the team at the Transitions Optical , Inc . head office is Director of Research and Development John Ligas .
During his time with Transitions Optical he has proudly watched his team improve sight for people around the world through new advancements and designs .
Hear John Ligas , Director of Research and Development , speak about the technological advances of Transitions lenses .
More than 100 scientists , chemists and engineers are involved in developing and crafting Transitions lenses .
“ We have gone through multiple generations ,” he said reflecting on the many years of progress and research that has gone into making Transitions Optical the leading provider of photochromics to optical manufacturers .
He noted that Transitions
Optical was the first company to successfully create plastic photochromic lenses for the marketplace , and in doing so , set forth a new direction of research .
“ We have made leaps and bounds in advancements . Our goal has always been to improve on all critical photochromic performance factors including clarity , darkness , speed , colour , temperature stability
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