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Mar 2, 2012
Foundation Commits $2 Million to Development of a Cross-Cutting Drug Treatment
NewsMitoChem Therapeutics has identified three compounds that appear to boost mitochondrial function and, thus, show potential for slowing vision loss caused by a variety of retinal degenerations.
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Oct 4, 2011
Gene Therapy Revives Cones Long After They Stop Working
Research NewsA Foundation-funded research group is developing a gene therapy that revives degenerating cones, enabling them to regain their ability to respond to light and provide vision.
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Feb 11, 2026
SparingVision Completes Dosing in Gene-Agnostic Therapy Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Research NewsNovel neuroprotective approach could benefit RP patients regardless of genetic mutation
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Watch Mike’s powerful story and see how your donation drives research toward treatments and cures for retinitis pigmentosa and blinding diseases. Donate today.
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We are thrilled to announce Anastasia Pagonis will be the keynote speaker at United in Vision 2026!
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Mental Health Advisory Council
The Foundation Fighting Blindness mental health initiative is guided by a mental health advisory council (MHAC) which includes five expert therapists (four of whom are blind or have low vision), a retinal specialist who has treated patients facing severe depression and anxiety, and a Foundation Board Member affected by vision loss who organized a local mental health support group.
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Sep 26, 2024
Foundation NewsSocial media campaign to encourage personal story sharing to spread awareness about blinding diseases and empower involvement with the Foundation Fighting Blindness.
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Jun 24, 2024
Capturing Life Through A Deaf-Blind Lens
Beacon StoriesBrian Bossert has turned his passion for photography into a successful career. As a commercial photographer and videographer living with Usher syndrome, Brian has a unique perspective and is using his creativity to inspire others as he shares his vision through photos and videos.
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The First Coast Family Coalition provides a platform for professionals serving the blind and low vision community in Jacksonville and surrounding areas to showcase services and other resources.
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Jun 7, 2024
Eye on the Cure Podcast | Episode 67: Dr. Peter Campochiaro
Eye on the CureDr. Peter Campochiaro, a clinician-scientist and the Eccles Professor of Ophthalmology and Neuroscience at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, talks to host Ben Shaberman about N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a drug that shows promise for preserving cone vision (central vision and acuity) in people with retinitis pigmentosa. The powerful antioxidant has moved into a 30+ site, Phase 3 clinical trial called NAC Attack.