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ARVO 2021 Highlight: CRISPR/Cas9 Therapy Emerging for Dominant RP Caused by RP1 Mutations
Research NewsGene-editing approaches are often better suited for autosomal dominant retinal diseases than gene replacement therapies
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ARVO 2021 Highlight: Update on Clinical Trial of jCyte’s Cellular Therapy for RP
Research NewsCellular treatment provided significant improvements in visual acuity for subpopulation of patients with better vision
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SparingVision to Acquire Therapy for Resurrecting Dormant Cones for Vision Restoration
Research NewsThe gene-agnostic approach shows promise for people with late-stage RP and related diseases.
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Ambitious Swimmer Spreading Optimism
Beacon Stories26-year-old Becca is a two-time Paralympic swimmer for Team USA, diagnosed with Usher syndrome type 1 (USH1) at only four years old. But she has never let her diagnosis with Usher syndrome stop her from doing exactly what she puts her mind to.
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American Banker dubbed her as “the sharpest mind analyzing banking policy today – maybe ever.”
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Bionic Sight’s Optogenetic Therapy Enables Blind Patients to Detect Light and Motion in Early Trial
Research NewsThe approach holds potential for restoring vision to people with little or no vision
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ProQR’s RNA Therapy for USH2A Performs Well in Phase 1/2 Clinical Trial
Research NewsThe company is planning two Phase 2/3 clinical trials for the treatment
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Beacon Stories
18-year-old Marty Dubecky has a very unique decision to make. There are currently four gene therapy clinical trials for him to choose from to enroll in, which would have been unheard of 15 years ago when he was first diagnosed with XLRP.
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George Dolan: Cherished Friend and Community Advocate
Beacon StoriesGeorge was well-known in his community for his integrity and dedication to helping everyone around him.
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Managing Your Mindset, Embracing Your Voice
WellnessCharity’s recent rapid decline in vision due to RP and her daughter’s diagnosis with RP has caused her to open up about her vision loss journey. After getting involved with the Foundation, Charity now feels like she has a voice to help others in the visually impaired community.
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