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Retinal Researchers May Be Looking for You
Research NewsIf you have a heritable retinal disease, consider registering with My Retina Tracker, the Foundation’s free, secure and confidential registry for people with inherited retinal diseases.
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Past Sun Exposure Increases AMD Risk
Research NewsResearchers from the University of Cologne in Germany and Radboud University in the Netherlands found that increased sunlight exposure during working life significantly increases risk of AMD later in life.
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A Leap Forward: Spark Therapeutics Seeks FDA Approval for its Vision-Restoring Gene Therapy
Research NewsA Leap Forward: Spark Therapeutics Seeks FDA Approval for its Vision-Restoring Gene Therapy
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The Challenge Continues: FFB Chairman Gordon Gund is Interviewed on CNBC
In the PressIn a recent interview with CNBC’ s Brian Sullivan, during a tech-investor conference in Nantucket, Gordon explained why this is such a crucial time in retinal-research history.
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A Surprising Number of Carrier Females are Affected by X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa
Research News40 percent of genetically tested XLRP carriers showed a definitive abnormality in at least one of three visions tests.
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First AMD Patient Receives Argus II Bionic Retina
Research NewsA pioneering, 80-year-old named Ray Flynn is the first AMD patient to receive the Argus II, and he is already reporting that he can see things better in his garden.
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Gene Therapy Strengthens the Retina's Connection to the Brain
Research NewsWhat happens to the brain when the eye is enabled to see through gene therapy? Would the brain and eye restart their partnership? We now know the answer is yes.
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VISIONS 2015 — Dr. José Sahel Receives Foundation's Most Prestigious Research Honor
Research NewsFor those of us supporting the drive for vision-saving treatments and cures, he’s exactly the type of person we want on our team.
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VISIONS 2015 — Dr. Shannon Boye Receives FFB Award for Excellence in Gene-Therapy Research
Research NewsDr. Boye received the Foundation’s Board of Director’s Award, which was presented at VISIONS 2015, FFB’s annual conference, for achievements in retinal research.
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ARVO 2015 Highlight: The National Eye Institute Invests $4 Million in Audacious-Goals Research
Research NewsThe mission of the program—to regenerate the neurons and neural connections in the eye and visual system—is synonymous with the Foundation’s mission to eradicate retinal diseases.
