Pablo De Gracia

Degrees

• Business for Scientists and Engineers Program, Northwestern University
• Postdoctoral Training (Bisgrove Scholar) in Optical Design and Fixational Eye Movements, Barrow Neurological Institute
• Doctor of Philosophy in Optics, Optometry and Vision, Spanish National Research Council and Complutense University of Madrid
• Master of Science in Optics and Optometry, Complutense University of Madrid
• Bachelor of Science in Fundamental Physics, Complutense University of Madrid
• Bachelor of Science in Optics and Optometry, Complutense University of Madrid

Biography

Pablo De Gracia joined Detroit Mercy in 2023 as the director of research and associate professor in the School of Optometry. He previously worked at Midwestern University in Chicago, where he served as an associate professor.

De Gracia's academic journey includes studies in Spain and the United States, where he earned a Ph.D. in Optics, Optometry and Vision from the Spanish National Research Council and Complutense University of Madrid. He subsequently completed postdoctoral training at the Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix. De Gracia is currently completing a Master of Business Administration at UDM and by mid-2025 will be honored to call himself a Detroit Mercy alumnus.

Detroit Mercy's strong commitment to providing quality education, with a personal, community-oriented approach and a focus on ethics, social responsibility and student support, aligns well with De Gracia's personal values as an educator and researcher. He believes Detroit Mercy’s best-kept secret is the level of personalized attention and support that students receive as well as the close-knit campus community that allows students to build meaningful relationships with faculty and staff, which greatly enhances their academic and personal growth.

Motivated by the opportunity to contribute to advancements in vision science and to support the next generation of optometrists, De Gracia believes every day brings a chance to mentor students, drive research that has real-world impact and collaborate with colleagues who are equally passionate about improving eye care and education.

In his free time, De Gracia enjoys staying active, spending time with family and exploring various aspects of science and technology. He also values engaging with the community and occasionally participates in local events related to vision science and optometry.

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