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National Glaucoma Research

Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, researchers have identified nearly 200 previously unknown DNA regions linked to a risk of developing glaucoma, findings that could lead to new ways of preventing the disease. 

Aug 3, 2023
National Glaucoma Research

Initial study results of an innovative glaucoma therapy involving eye implants have yielded positive results, and a Phase 2 clinical trial of this exciting potential treatment has begun.

Jun 29, 2023
National Glaucoma Research

BrightFocus-funded research offers the potential to restore vision loss due to glaucoma using cell replacement therapy.

Apr 3, 2023
National Glaucoma Research

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, and BrightFocus Foundation is offering a variety of free educational resources to help individuals with glaucoma and their loved ones navigate the disease. 

Jan 6, 2023
National Glaucoma Research

A team of BrightFocus-funded scientists has proposed a new explanation and possible new target for treatment in glaucoma that’s unrelated to the common culprit of eye pressure.

Dec 1, 2022
National Glaucoma Research

In this issue:

  • Glaucoma and Corneal Thickness
  • President’s Corner
  • Identifying New Risk Factors and Treatments for Glaucoma
  • And more!
Nov 3, 2022
National Glaucoma Research

The newly expanded accessible audio program will connect patients with vision experts and provide the latest glaucoma research news.

Oct 7, 2022
National Glaucoma Research

Jason Meyer, PhD, is a BrightFocus Foundation success story and a pioneer in the effort to regenerate eye tissue that is damaged by glaucoma. 

Sep 29, 2022
National Glaucoma Research

In this issue:

  • New Ways to Diagnose and Monitor Glaucoma
  • President's Corner
  • Gene for Repairing Retinal Cells Identified
  • And More!
Sep 16, 2022
National Glaucoma Research

In this Issue:

  • Scientists Discover Key Gene Associated with Glaucoma
  • President's Corner
  • The Importance of Your Eye's Drainage System
  • Spotlight On... Dr. Puya Gharahkhani, PhD
  • And More!
Jul 11, 2022