Gene Therapy for Macular Degeneration
Gene therapy gives new hope for age-related blindness. Scientists were able to deliver the gene for a retinal opsin into the genome of ganglion cells using an adeno-associated viral vector. The blind ganglion cells were restored and became sensitive to light.
Gene therapy gives new hope for age-related blindness. Scientists were able to deliver the gene for a retinal opsin into the genome of ganglion cells using an adeno-associated viral vector. The blind ganglion cells were restored and became sensitive to light.
‘Blindness caused by macular edema is treated with available drugs.’
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Professor Justine Smith, Matthew Flinders Distinguished Professor, has been awarded a $300,000 research grant from Macular Disease Foundation Australia (MDFA), including co-investment from the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University, to investigate the possibility of treating macular edema by blocking the actions of molecules called ‘cytokines’.The researchers were investigating to explore the possibility of treating macular edema by using drugs involving molecules like cytokines for other disease rather than eyes.
This study is considered to be a milestone in 10 years of significant advances in the search for a cure to Australia’s leading cause of blindness to reduce the incidence and impact of macular disease.
Blindness in Babies Linked to Low Level of Omega-6 Fatty Acid
Blindness in babies, retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is associated with low levels of arachidonic acid (omega 6 fatty acid).
Blindness in babies, retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is associated with low levels of arachidonic acid (omega 6 fatty acid).
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Contact Lens May Correct Color Blindness
Modified contact lenses developed using gold nanoparticles overcome the challenges posed by dyed lenses and create a safer way to see colors.
Modified contact lenses developed using gold nanoparticles overcome the challenges posed by dyed lenses and create a safer way to see colors.
Diabetic Retinopathy - Risk Factors - Symptoms - Treatment - Diagnosis - FAQs
The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes.
The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes.
