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Natural History Study Launches for LCA Caused by Specific Mutation in CEP290
Research NewsThe natural history study will be used to characterize the range of visual function in patients, to evaluate which visual tests may be the most useful for patients with this condition, and to determine the rate of change in visual function over a one-year period.
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ARVO 2015 Highlight: New Research Boosts Prospects for Saving Vision with RdCVF
Research NewsAfter years of refinement and testing in animal models, the emerging therapy is about a year and a half from moving into a clinical trial.
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Beacon Stories
When it comes to describing Eric Fulton, “gregarious” is a more-than-appropriate adjective for the husband and father of two who, fittingly, is also communications manager at the Bethesda-based Clark Construction Group. “It comes naturally to me,” he says of his ability to mix it up with people. “The cause makes it easier. But, otherwise, I’m pretty outgoing; I like to talk to people. It’s what I do.”
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Appreciating the Beauty of the Retina
Research NewsEven though the best retinal researchers still don’t understand the science completely, everyone can appreciate the basics, including how to keep their retinas as healthy as possible.
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Age-Related Macular Degeneration Research Advances
Research NewsRecent developments in research on age-related macular degeneration.
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Foundation Fighting Blindness Celebrates 20 Years of VisionWalk
Foundation NewsVisionWalk has been uniting communities across the country for 20 years, all while raising awareness and funding research driving treatments and cures for blinding diseases.
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VISIONS 2024, the global conference of the Foundation Fighting Blindness, provides an excellent opportunity to connect with others from the blind and low vision community and learn about the latest research advancements, products and services for members of our community.
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Bionic Sight Doses First Patient in Clinical Trial for Optogenetic Therapy
Research NewsTreatment combines gene therapy and a device that generates and delivers retinal code
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A diagnosis of an inherited retinal disease (IRD) can be challenging for both patients and their doctors. But the Foundation can help eye care professionals provide resources and information to enable patients to better understand and manage their conditions, and potentially qualify for clinical trials of emerging therapies.
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Very-Long-Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Improve Vision in Mice with a Form of Stargardt Disease
Research NewsResearchers believe the VLC-PUFAs may benefit people with autosomal dominant Stargardt disease, AMD, and possibly other retinal degenerations
