Dr Dave will assist Topcon with several projects ranging from product research and development to professional advice on the UK market. Topcon's technical sales support manager Tony Ellison commented that Dr Dave's reputation and experience both as a researcher and lecturer would benefit the company significantly. 'We have a number of new projects that will require Dr Dave's expertise,' he said. 'In addition, we want to make sure that what we are producing is what our customers really want from our products. This can only be achieved through high-quality professional input, and with Dr Dave's appointment, which is a long-term commitment, this goes to prove that it is necessary these days for both industry and the profession to work closely for continued success.' Dr Dave said: 'I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to offer my consultancy services to what is already a highly reputable company that is leading the way forward in the design and production of new products in both optometry and ophthalmology.'