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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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A Surprising Number of Carrier Females are Affected by X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa
Research News40 percent of genetically tested XLRP carriers showed a definitive abnormality in at least one of three visions tests.
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VISIONS 2015 — Dr. José Sahel Receives Foundation's Most Prestigious Research Honor
Research NewsFor those of us supporting the drive for vision-saving treatments and cures, he’s exactly the type of person we want on our team.
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Ready for the Spotlight: Rebecca Alexander Shares Her Story of Living with Usher Syndrome
Beacon Stories“…the best thing is to reach out and network, and access all the resources. The more invested you are in what’s out there, the more you get back.”
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The Power of Suggestion — Challenges of the Placebo Effect
Research NewsEven in a well-designed clinical trial, the placebo effect can rear its head.
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An FFB Board Member’s Perspective on Her Experience with Acupuncture
Beacon StoriesMoira Shea describes her experience with acupuncture.
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New Imaging Technique May Be Game-Changer for RP Clinical Trials
Research NewsKnown as EZ Width, it holds potential for reducing the time, cost and number of patients needed to determine if a therapy is working in a clinical trial.
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Turning Stem Cells Into "Super" Models
Research NewsScientists have found a way to take a small skin or blood sample from a patient, turn back the clock on those sample cells so they become stem cells, and then coax them forward to become photoreceptors, or any other cell type in the body.
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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.”
