The Francis I. Proctor Foundation: Pioneering Ophthalmology Research 

The Francis I. Proctor Foundation for Research in Ophthalmology is an internationally renowned, privately endowed organized research unit at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Dedicated to research and training in infectious and inflammatory ocular diseases, the Foundation applies its findings to the prevention of blindness worldwide. Recognized as a global leader in its field, the Foundation's contributions have shaped the landscape of ophthalmology research and practice.

The Proctor Foundation's activities encompass fellowship training, faculty research, medical group practice, clinical diagnostic laboratory services, and international research and training. Supported by endowments, research grants, private donations, and clinical practice income, the Foundation operates independently from the UCSF Department of Ophthalmology.