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The first defense against brain and eye disease is knowledge.

Learn more about which parts of the brain are affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

Learn some helpful tips provided by Deirdre Johnston, M.B.B.Ch., M.D. of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Learn some helpful tips provided by UCLA ophthalmologist, Michael Gorin, MD, PhD.

Can We Clear Toxic Proteins from the Brain? An Encouraging Breakthrough
Research by BrightFocus grantee Matthew Campbell, PhD, of Trinity College Dublin, suggests a unique way to help clear the brain of toxic amyloid beta protein, which contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s.
Scientists Uncover New Clues About How Macular Degeneration Forms
An international research team has uncovered some clues to how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) begins, and their findings could lead to new avenues of research and early diagnosis.
Treating Alzheimer’s Before It Becomes Alzheimer’s
Up until now, the best method scientists have had to fight Alzheimer’s has been using drugs to treat the symptoms of the disease after they start to show. But new research offers them new hopes for treatments to attack the disease sooner.

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The Latest Developments in Retinal Implants

Learn about the most recent medical advances in electronic retinal implants for vision restoration.

June 30, 2020
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Amir H. Kashani, MD, PhD

University of Southern California’s Dr. Amir Kashani discusses his new research to diagnose vascular dementia through retinal scans.

June 19, 2020
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Sarah Doyle, PhD

Dr. Sarah Doyle of Trinity College Dublin discusses her research to end age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness.

June 19, 2020
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Mac Ishii, MD, PhD

Dr. Mac Ishii of Weill Cornell Medical College gives an overview of his work toward a better understanding and earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer’s.

June 18, 2020
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Yvonne Ou, MD

Dr. Yvonne Ou of the University of California, San Francisco explains the importance of glaucoma research in helping save sight for millions around the world.

June 18, 2020
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Thank you to everyone who is working on Alzheimer's research! This is a terrible disease that not only affects the person, but their whole family and loved ones. God bless and guide you as you work to eradicate this horrible disease!
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