Professor Ke YAO, a distinguished leader in the field of ophthalmology, has devoted his career to advancing eye care through groundbreaking research, clinical excellence, and a strong commitment to education. With an academic background that spans from Zhejiang Medical University to Shanghai Second Medical University, Prof. Ke YAO holds a Doctorate in Ophthalmology and has been a professor at Zhejiang University for over two decades. His extensive international experience includes fellowships and scholarly work in the United States, Switzerland, and China. As a recognised pioneer in intraocular lenses, Prof. Ke YAO has held prominent leadership roles, including President of the Chinese Ophthalmological Society and Vice President of the Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. A prolific contributor to the ophthalmic community, he has received numerous accolades, including multiple Science and Technology Advance Prizes, the Alfred-Vogt Prize, and national recognition for his extraordinary contributions to medical science. In addition to his clinical and academic work, he serves as a senior specialist and influential consultant in developing innovative surgical techniques to enhance patient care worldwide.