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Clinical Trial to Launch for System Combining Optogenetics and Eyewear
Research NewsThe French biotech GenSight Biologics has received regulatory authorization in the UK to launch the PIONEER Phase 1 \ 2 clinical trial for its GS030 system — a light-sensing gene therapy (optogenetics) coupled with eyewear, which enhances visual stimulation.
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The Foundation's Investments Are Filling the Pipeline for Vision-Saving Therapies
Research NewsIn addition to funding promising biotech start-ups, the Foundation Fighting Blindness has played a critical role in developing research talent.
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Foundation Investing in Drug to Slow Many Forms of RP
Research NewsThe Foundation Fighting Blindness Clinical Research Institute (FFB-CRI) has announced an investment of up to $7.5 million to advance the potential therapy into and through a Phase II clinical trial.
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Researcher Revolutionized Fight Against Blindness and Cancer
Research NewsA profile on Dr. Robert Langer, a medical researcher who has received dozens of awards, accolades and honorary degrees, including, recently, FFB’s Visionary Award.
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Reflections on Life with Usher Syndrome
Beacon StoriesFoundation Board Member Moira Shea describes her life with a retinal disease.
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First patient treated in Part B of ASTRA trial evaluating SB-007.
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Opus Genetics Launches Gene Therapy Clinical Trial for Best Disease
Research NewsThe Foundation funded preclinical studies for the approach and launched Opus.
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SparingVision Launches Clinical Trial for Therapy to Re-Activate Dormant Cones in Advanced RP
Research NewsThe approach may provide better visual acuity than current optogenetic therapies in clinical trials.
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Nanoscope Begins Rolling BLA Submission to FDA for Seeking Approval for its Optogenetic Therapy
Research NewsThe company plans to complete BLA submission in early 2026.
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VISIONS 2026: United in Vision Schedule
The United in Vision 2026 conference unites two prestigious events—the Foundation Fighting Blindness VISIONS conference and the Retina International World Congress—into one extraordinary global gathering. Scheduled from Wednesday, June 10 to Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas,
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