Use of Retinal Stem Cells in Eye Disease Treatment
Welcome to our exploration of the fascinating world of stem cell therapies, particularly focusing on their potential in treating eye diseases. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of these tiny cells, you’re in the right place. Imagine stem cells as the all-stars of the cellular world. They’re like the Swiss Army knives of cells, […]
See the Future: How Stem Cells Could Turn the Tide on Vision Loss
Welcome to an exciting exploration of the fascinating world of stem cells and their potential to restore eyesight. The prospect is truly remarkable – harnessing the power of these tiny, yet incredibly potent cells to help individuals see the world anew. Vision is undoubtedly one of the most precious senses. It opens up the world […]
Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
A recent study has demonstrated the potential of stem cell therapy as a treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Researchers from the RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research have developed a new method of transforming stem cells into retinal cells, which has shown promising results in […]
Prominent ophthalmologist will guide Turn Bio’s search for therapies to cure eye diseases
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Turn Biotechnologies, a cell rejuvenation company developing novel mRNA medicines to cure untreatable, age-related conditions, today announced that Albert Wu, MD, PhD, will oversee its development of ophthalmic therapeutic products as an advisor to the company. A board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained specialist in oculoplastic and orbital surgery, […]
Why Are Stem Cells The Future Of Medicine
Why do stem cells matter for the future of medicine? NYSCF’s Senior Vice President of Research Scott Noggle, PhD dives into the basics of stem cell research and what it means for diseases like Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration, and ALS. Watch Dr. Noggle’s full presentation here.
“New Treatments for Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Drug, Genes & Stem Cells”-Dr. Marco Zarbin
The invited speaker at the July 5, 2022 meeting of the Old Guard of Summit NJ was Dr. Marco Zarbin who discussed how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness among persons over 55, and the range of new treatments that are available and coming in the near future. Thirty percent of […]
Foundation Fighting Blindness to Host VISIONS 2022 Conference
COLUMBIA, Md., May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Foundation Fighting Blindness, the world’s leading organization committed to finding treatments and cures for blinding retinal diseases, will host its VISIONS 2022 national conference at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort on June 17–18, 2022. This one-of-a-kind biennial event will provide attendees the opportunity to hear about exciting advancements […]