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Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 62: Dr. Peter Quinn
Eye on the CurePeter Quinn, PhD, a principal investigator and associate research scientist at Columbia University, talks to host Ben Shaberman about the promise of emerging CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing therapies, including base and prime editing approaches, for inherited retinal diseases. Dr. Quinn also reviews gene editing projects ongoing in his lab for patients with mutations in CRB1 and PRPH2.
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“The Future Holds Promise” on International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Beacon StoriesInternational Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated globally to recognize the critical role women play in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. To honor this vital day, the Foundation is sharing the story of Dr. Esther Biswas-Fiss.
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Foundation Fighting Blindness Launches GYROS, a Natural History Study for People with Gyrate Atrophy
Foundation NewsGyrate atrophy is an inherited retinal disease—causing progressive vision loss. GYROS results will help researchers design clinical trials for an emerging gyrate atrophy gene therapy.
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Foundation’s Reach Inspires Partnership for Nixon Family
Beacon StoriesAfter Janine’s diagnosis of an IRD caused by a mutation of the PRPH2 gene, she and her husband set out to learn and help all they could. So they started working with the Foundation Fighting Blindness and have launched the ‘PRPH2 and Associated Retinal Degenerations Program.’
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Blind Advocate Triumphs as a Hockey Pioneer
Beacon StoriesJosh Schneider is a former teacher and student-athlete whose life took an unexpected turn due to an optic nerve condition. Years after receiving his diagnosis, Josh transformed his passion for sports into a platform for advocacy. Today, he thrives as a blind hockey player, defying expectations and leading two foundations committed to raising awareness and providing support to blind hockey players.
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The Inspiring Journey of an Endurance Athlete with Cone-Rod Dystrophy
Beacon StoriesDiagnosed with cone-rod dystrophy in his youth, Dan Berlin has defied all odds by becoming a global force in endurance sports and entrepreneurship. As an accomplished athlete, he has not only dominated marathons across the globe but also co-founded the Team See Possibilities organization, offering support to youth with blinding diseases.
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NY Researcher’s App Transforms Commuting for the Visually Impaired
Beacon StoriesJohn-Ross Rizzo, a dedicated New York-based researcher, was confronted with life-altering news at a young age when he was diagnosed with choroideremia. Driven by the obstacles he faced due to his condition, he now stands as a key figure leading the development of advanced assistive technology, with the goal of reshaping the daily commutes of those with low vision and blindness.
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Finding the “Keys to the Kingdom”
Beacon StoriesTricia Waechter, who has retinitis pigmentosa (RP), refers to her white canes as the “keys to the kingdom.” Using a white cane has opened a whole new world for Tricia, and that is why her company, Blind Girl Designs, includes white canes on many of their apparel designs.
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How an Assistive App Developer is Revolutionizing Accessibility
Beacon StoriesMeet Rebecca Rosenberg, the founder of ReBokeh Vision Technologies, whose journey from engineer to entrepreneur may have been guided by fate. Diagnosed with oculocutaneous albinism (OCA1) at a young age, Rebecca faced numerous obstacles due to the lack of assistive technology tailored to her unique needs. This inspired her to create an app that would revolutionize the world of assistive technology for those with moderate low vision.
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Foundation Funds 25 New Grants Totaling $15.1 Million in FY23
Research NewsThe global leader in retinal degenerative disease research supports a total of 93 research grants in its portfolio.
