The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine was the first in the world to use optogenetics to restore vision. The Eye & Ear Foundation’s August […]
Using Optogenetics to Restore Vision
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Immunology and Viral Eye Diseases
When thinking of eye diseases, most people will immediately think of things such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. However, many other viral diseases of the eye affect millions […]
Astellas and University of Pittsburgh Announce Research Collaboration for Treatment of Dry Age-related Macular Degeneration
Astellas Pharma Inc. and University of Pittsburgh have entered into a research collaboration agreement focused on the discovery and optimization of clinical candidates for the treatment of dry age-related macular […]
A New Look at Treating Eye Disease
Exciting breakthroughs in ocular drug delivery and release may provide relief for vision patients who rely on eye drops, thanks to the work of Morgan Fedorchak, PhD, Assistant Professor of […]
Getting a Bird’s Eye View
Scientists in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine continue to advance their research on a variety of areas that could eventually help solve the […]
First in the U.S. to Implant Wireless Retinal Device
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center has implanted the first patient in the United States with a new wireless retinal device as part of a clinical trial aimed at restoring […]
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Turning Back the Clock on Macular Degeneration
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in the United States, affecting nearly two million people, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. With the […]
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