Paolo Lanzetta is Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Udine, Italy, where his main interests include laser applications in ophthalmology; diagnosis and treatment of vitreous, retinal and macular diseases; and cataract surgery. Professor Lanzetta is also actively involved in retinal clinical research focusing on photodynamic therapy, anti-angiogenic treatments, and new drugs and delivery systems. Professor Lanzetta is a member of numerous professional societies, including ARVO and the Macula Society, and has given over 350 presentations at national and international meetings. As well as publishing over 170 original articles, Professor Lanzetta is a scientific reviewer for many journals, and serves on the Editorial Board of the European Journal of Ophthalmology.