SightGlass Vision has appointed Natalia Trela-McDonald as senior director of R&D and Technology, bringing a wealth of experience in optical device design and commercialization to its leadership team. In her new role, Trela-McDonald is advancing the company’s work in contrast management and leading the development of next-generation lens designs and materials to further enhance its DOT myopia control spectacle lenses.

Trela-McDonald spent nearly 14 years at PowerPhotonic, spearheading product development and overseeing the company’s UK business in advanced optical components for laser systems in medical devices, defense technologies, and industrial applications.