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Oculogenex to Test Novel Gene Therapy for AMD in Space
Oculogenex to Test Novel Gene Therapy for AMD in Space Mar 18, 2024 In an innovative stride toward combating age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Oculogenex, Inc. has unveiled a groundbreaking gene therapy.
Novel AI Detects Retinopathy of Prematurity with 100% Accuracy
Novel AI Detects Retinopathy of Prematurity with 100% Accuracy Mar 08, 2024 Researchers have unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) technology capable of independently detecting all severe cases of retinopathy of prematurity.
AcuSurgical's Robot Luca™ Completes World’s First Retinal Surgery
AcuSurgical's Robot Luca™ Completes World’s First Retinal Surgery Mar 08, 2024 AcuSurgical announced the successful completion of the world’s first retinal surgery performed using their innovative bi-manual ophthalmology robot, Luca™.

 

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GRF Announces Record $2.5M Grant for Glaucoma Research
GRF Announces Record $2.5M Grant for Glaucoma Research Mar 18, 2024 The Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) announced an unprecedented $2.5 million allocation in annual research grants, marking the most significant investment in its 46-year history.
OcuTerra’s Nesvategrast Falls Short in Phase 2 Trial for Diabetic Retinopathy
OcuTerra’s Nesvategrast Falls Short in Phase 2 Trial for Diabetic Retinopathy Mar 18, 2024 OcuTerra Therapeutics' phase 2 trial for nesvategrast, an eye drop for diabetic retinopathy, failed to achieve primary and secondary efficacy goals.
Pandorum Technologies Secures $11 Million for Corneal Blindness Treatment
Pandorum Technologies Secures $11 Million for Corneal Blindness Treatment Mar 18, 2024 Pandorum Technologies, a pioneering startup in the field of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, has successfully closed a pre-Series B funding round, raising $11 million.

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New Insights into Diabetic Retinopathy May Pave the Way for Future Treatments
New Insights into Diabetic Retinopathy May Pave the Way for Future Treatments Mar 19, 2024 Researchers at the Institute of Inflammation and Aging have made strides in understanding the biological mechanisms behind diabetic retinopathy.
Novel Gene Editing Method Shows Promise in Treating Genetic Eye Disorders
Novel Gene Editing Method Shows Promise in Treating Genetic Eye Disorders Mar 11, 2024 Researchers at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard have made a breakthrough in gene editing technology, introducing a new method for delivering prime editing tools into cells of living animals.
New Study Links Childhood Amblyopia to Higher Risk of Adult Health Issues
New Study Links Childhood Amblyopia to Higher Risk of Adult Health Issues Mar 11, 2024 Researchers have found that children diagnosed with amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, are more likely to face significant health challenges as adults, including hypertension, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and myocardial infarction.

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Temporary and Sudden Vision Loss in One Eye: What You Need to Know
Temporary and Sudden Vision Loss in One Eye: What You Need to Know Mar 19, 2024 Experiencing sudden or temporary loss of vision in one eye can be a distressing event, signaling an underlying health issue that may require urgent medical intervention.
Workplace Eye Wellness Month: Essential Tips for Employers & Employees
Workplace Eye Wellness Month: Essential Tips for Employers & Employees Mar 19, 2024 In the modern workplace, maintaining eye health has become increasingly crucial, especially as many professions demand prolonged periods of screen time.
Navigating Health Care During Ramadan: The Case for Eye Drops
Navigating Health Care During Ramadan: The Case for Eye Drops Mar 12, 2024 During the period of Ramadan, questions often arise about how certain health practices, such as the use of eye drops, fit within the fasting rules.
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