Research
News and features covering the latest research developments in optometry and optics
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New research has investigated the effect of eye drops containing manuka honey on meibomian gland dysfunction
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The researchers believe the technology, which uses nanoparticles to deliver an RUNX1 inhibitor, could have applications in treating diseases relating to sight loss
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King’s College London researchers are developing patches that mimic a functioning macula
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Sarah Campion, director of engagement at Fight for Sight, tells OT about the charity’s Time to Focus research report, which is calling for a doubling of investment in eye health research over the next decade
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“The larger the number of patients we observe and treat, the more we will learn and the faster we will reach a cure for this devastating condition”
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A new study will assess the affect of providing eye scanning training to stroke survivors
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The gene editing technology CRISPR has potential in the treatment of inherited eye conditions
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A gene therapy company reported results from a study involving patients with x-linked retinitis pigmentosa at the Euretina 2020 Virtual Congress
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A study that aims to understand the genetic basis for dry AMD is recruiting 6000 patients with geographic atrophy
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Dr Tugce Ipek talks to OT about her PhD research exploring the link between cataract surgery and dry eye