EnChroma

EnChroma is a company that designs and manufactures eyewear intended to help people with certain types of color vision deficiency, commonly known as color blindness. The company's core technology is based on specialized lens filters that selectively block specific wavelengths of light. By reducing the overlap of red and green cones in the retina, the EnChroma lenses aim to enhance the ability to distinguish between colors, particularly reds and greens.

The development of EnChroma's technology originated from research conducted by Dr. Don McPherson, a professor of optics and physicist. He was inspired by the potential of optical filtering to improve color perception. The company was founded to bring these innovations to a wider audience. EnChroma glasses are not a cure for color blindness but are designed to offer a significant improvement in color differentiation for many individuals.

EnChroma offers a range of sunglass and indoor lens options. Their products are available through their website and a network of authorized retailers. While many users report a dramatic and emotional experience of seeing colors more vividly, the effectiveness can vary depending on the specific type and severity of an individual's color vision deficiency. The company provides a self-assessment tool on its website to help potential customers gauge their suitability for the glasses.