Search
Displaying 591–600 of 692 for “retinal diseases”
-
Research News
Dr. Weleber became the 10th recipient of the Foundation’s highest honor, named after FFB co-founder Lulie Gund, during the opening lunch of the VISIONS 2016 conference.
-
ARVO 2016: High-School Sophomore Finds Gene Mutation in Family with Choroideremia
Research NewsAditya A. Guru, 16, used whole exome sequencing (WES), an innovative genetic-screening technology, to find the mutation.
-
ARVO 2016: Emerging Drug Targets Toxic Build-Up in Stargardt Disease
Research NewsIn August 2015, the biotech company Alkeus launched a multi-center TEASE Phase II clinical trial for the drug ALK-001.
-
- Jul 18, 2026
- 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (PDT)
- 100 Stein Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Community EventAdvancing Research and Community in Retinal Disease
-
- Jun 25, 2026
- 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (CST)
- 620 Lincoln Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093
Signature EventMake it a night that matters—gather your friends and join us in support of the Foundation Fighting Blindness and our mission to fund groundbreaking research for blinding diseases. Savor curated bites, wine, beer, and spirits while bidding on exclusive auction experiences you won’t find anywhere else.
-
Seeing the Whole Person: What Our Community Is Telling Us About Mental Health and Vision Loss
WellnessTwo new surveys, one from people living with blinding diseases and one from the therapists trained to support them, point to the same conclusion: specialized mental health care matters, and the Foundation Fighting Blindness community wants more of it.
-
- Jun 17, 2026
- 6:00 p.m. (EDT)
- Virtual
Community EventGrowing Together in Miami
-
- Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
- 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (CDT)
- 1201 Houston Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Foundation EventThe 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, this premier event brings together individuals and families impacted by blinding retinal conditions, alongside leading researchers, clinicians, patient advocates, and industry partners, to foster collaboration, innovation, and hope.
-
Taking the Stage for Stargardt
Beacon StoriesDiagnosed with Stargardt disease at age nine, Havah Fleisner spent years feeling isolated by her vision loss before discovering confidence through pageantry and advocacy. Now, as Miss Northern Lights Teen 2026, she’s using her platform to create community, raise awareness, and inspire others living with blinding diseases.
-
A Legacy of Strength, Adaptability, and Generosity: Richard and Elizabeth Kamis
Beacon StoriesRichard and Elizabeth built a life rooted in resilience, service, and generosity, with Richard’s experience living with retinitis pigmentosa shaping their shared purpose. From breaking barriers in education to helping others, their impact continues to help advance research for generations to come.
