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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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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.”
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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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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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The Eye on the Cure Podcast from the Foundation Fighting Blindness provides science information, news, and insights from the world of vision and retinal diseases. The podcasts include conversations with guests from the research and vision communities.
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2020 Llura Liggett Gund Award recipient honored for pioneering gene therapy that transformed vision research.
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Octant Bio Begins Clinical Testing Oral Treatment for Rhodopsin-Related Retinitis Pigmentosa
Research NewsFirst-of-its-kind small molecule therapy targets protein misfolding at the root of RHO-adRP
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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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